Reana Gilchrist
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner with 10 years in non-profit program leadership focused on behavioral health and education. Successful in designing trauma-informed strategies that promote community participation and optimize operational results. Competent in supervising clinical staff and managing budgets within intricate care frameworks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager – SMI & Career Development
IMPACT Services / CareerLink PHL
01.2022 - Current
- Lead workforce development initiatives
- Create and facilitate Re-entry inclusive programming
- Intake and Level of care assessments
- Conduct trauma-informed supervision and team meetings
- Planning and execution of community engagement events
- Collaborate with Managed Care Coordinators
- Facilitate GED, ESL, testing
- Outreach and service provision for low-income and veteran populations
- Review documentation via EHR
- Analyze center data and create reports
Mental Health Program Coordinator
COMHAR Special Services Division
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Directed complex programming within budget constraints
- Conducted level-of-care reviews and assessed treatment outcomes
- Provided therapy to individuals with SMI, LGBTQIA identities, and HIV/AIDS
Mental Health Program Director
Community Council
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed program operations and annual budgets
- Supervised staff and conducted performance evaluations
- Reviewed documentation using SMART goals
- Developed treatment plans per CBH/DBH standards
- Led marketing and outreach strategies
Recovery Facilitator
Consortium
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Delivered outpatient case management and supportive services
- Facilitated treatment planning and community inclusion events
- Supported clients with co-occurring disorders and reintegration efforts
Education
Project Management Certificate - undefined
Pennsylvania State University
01.2024
Master of Science - Administration of Human Services
Wilmington University
Newark, DE05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Cheyney University
Thornton, PA05.2008
Skills
- Management of programs
- Counseling in behavioral health
- Expertise in co-occurring disorders
- Supervisory leadership skills
- Assessment of risks and care coordination
- Resource allocation and budgeting strategies
- Reporting on grants and funding development
- Engagement with community outreach efforts
Certification
- Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) – PRA
- Tau Epsilon Alpha Honor Society – Human Services
- Board Member – Leadership Counsel, Impact NW Site
- Secretary – Wellness counsel
Accomplishments
Member of Tau Epsilon Alpha Honor Society
Timeline
Program Manager – SMI & Career Development
IMPACT Services / CareerLink PHL
01.2022 - Current
Mental Health Program Coordinator
COMHAR Special Services Division
01.2019 - 02.2022
Mental Health Program Director
Community Council
01.2017 - 01.2019
Recovery Facilitator
Consortium
01.2015 - 01.2017
Project Management Certificate - undefined
Pennsylvania State University
Master of Science - Administration of Human Services
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Cheyney University