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Reginald Carter

Reginald Carter

Katy,Texas

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Licensed Childcare Administrator

Wholeness Haven Residential Treatment Center
Rosenberg
02.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for providing oversight of direct care staff supervisor, Case management, Administrative and clinical staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed adequately
  • Supervised staff and insured that the facility operated efficiently in compliance with and per TDFPS GRO minimum standards.

Licensed Child Care Administrator

Divine Integrity Emergency Shelter
Liberty
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Responsible for providing oversight of direct care staff supervisor, Case management, Administrative and clinical staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed adequately
  • Supervised up to 10 staff and insured that the facility operated efficiently in compliance with and per TDFPS GRO minimum standards.

Licensed Child Care Administrator

Have Haven Residential Treatment Center
Houston
07.2021 - 04.2022
  • Responsible for providing oversight of direct care staff supervisor, Case management, Administrative and clinical staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed adequately
  • Supervised up to 25 staff and insured that the facility operated efficiently in compliance with and per TDFPS GRO minimum standards.

Program Specialist III / Shift Supervisor

Harris County Protective Services Kinder Emergency Shelter
Houston
04.2016 - 07.2021
  • Responsible for providing oversight of direct care staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed adequately
  • Supervised up to 20 staff and insured that the shift operated efficiently in compliance with and per TDFPS GRO minimum standards.

Shift Supervisor

Five Oaks Achievement Center
New Ulm
01.2015 - 03.2016
  • Responsible for providing oversight of direct care staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed adequately
  • Help coordinate staff in-service and training
  • Supervise the implementation of assigned portions of treatment plans.

Service Provider Supervisor

Texana Behavioral Healthcare & Developmental Disabilities Services
Rosenberg
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Responsible for the complete operation of 5 group homes as well as the comprehensive welfare of 15 consumers
  • Supervised up to 20 staff and provided training, planning of work operations within assigned programs; monitoring operation of programs; established and maintained effective systems of communication.

Certified Juvenile Supervision Officer/Certified Juvenile Probation Officer

H.C.J.P.D. Harris County Leadership Academy (formerly HCJPD Delta Boot Camp)
Katy
05.1998 - 01.2013
  • Responsible for the complete care and welfare of 96 to 156 juvenile residents
  • Responsible for facility security operations
  • Supervised up to 60 staff and insured that the shift operated efficiently in compliance with and per TJJD regulations, policy and procedure.

Security Officer

American Protection Services
Houston
01.1997 - 05.1998
  • Secured locations for high-level organizations
  • Oversaw daily security operations.

Coordinator

Houston School of Accelerated Learning
Houston
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Developed effective strategies, polices, and procedures conducive to the success of school suspension and I.S.C programs
  • Used organizational skills to develop a disciplined and structured atmosphere conducive to learning.

Certified Adult Correctional Officer

Harris County Adult Probation Department
Houston
01.1993 - 10.1995
  • Corrections Officer in charge of supervising and organizing community service work crews consisting of 50 Harris County inmates.

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps
08.1988 - 08.1992

Summary

Diligent Childcare Director with 26 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Texas licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development. Capable Licensed Child Care Administrato bringing demonstrated success in motivating staff and optimizing program operations across 26-year history of accomplishment in education. Experienced in organizing facilities, supplies and educators to handle wide-ranging needs. Highly organized, resourceful and forward-thinking leader. Goal-oriented professional well-versed in operational practices and regulatory requirements of child care environments. Skilled leader and analytical problem-solver well-versed in budget planning, staff oversight and program management. Skillfully use relationship-building talents and diplomatic communication style to forge long-lasting connections. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX
07.1999 - 05.2003

Skills

  • Child development expertise
  • Parent Communication
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Administrative Functions
  • Staff hiring
  • Staff Management
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Team Collaboration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Staff Supervision
  • Child Development
  • Activity Planning
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decision-Making
  • Professionalism
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Team building
  • Problem-Solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Public Speaking
  • Child Advocacy
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Crisis Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Quality Control
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Excellent Communication
  • Policy Implementation
  • Staff Training
  • Written Communication
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Progress Monitoring

Certification

  • Licensed Child Care Administrator - 2015-Present
  • Notary Public

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 27 staff members.
  • Documented and resolved critical issues which led to positive outcomes for the youth in my care.
  • Provided direction and oversight to quality control teams that ultimately led to %100 standard compliance several years in a row.
  • Guided several new Residential Treatment Centers through the application and certification process that ultimately awarded them their provisional license.

Work Availability

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Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Power Point

Quote

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire

Affiliations

  • Cambridge Whose Who

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Hybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company Retreats

Interests

Physical Fitness

Timeline

Licensed Childcare Administrator

Wholeness Haven Residential Treatment Center
02.2023 - Current

Licensed Child Care Administrator

Divine Integrity Emergency Shelter
05.2022 - 02.2023

Licensed Child Care Administrator

Have Haven Residential Treatment Center
07.2021 - 04.2022

Program Specialist III / Shift Supervisor

Harris County Protective Services Kinder Emergency Shelter
04.2016 - 07.2021

Shift Supervisor

Five Oaks Achievement Center
01.2015 - 03.2016

Service Provider Supervisor

Texana Behavioral Healthcare & Developmental Disabilities Services
12.2013 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Houston - Downtown
07.1999 - 05.2003

Certified Juvenile Supervision Officer/Certified Juvenile Probation Officer

H.C.J.P.D. Harris County Leadership Academy (formerly HCJPD Delta Boot Camp)
05.1998 - 01.2013

Security Officer

American Protection Services
01.1997 - 05.1998

Coordinator

Houston School of Accelerated Learning
01.1996 - 01.1997

Certified Adult Correctional Officer

Harris County Adult Probation Department
01.1993 - 10.1995

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps
08.1988 - 08.1992
Reginald Carter