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Robert K. Gibson, Jr.

Iowa City,IA

Summary

Dynamic Program Director with a proven track record at Johnson County Neighborhood Center, excelling in project management and employee training. Successfully developed enriching educational programs and ensured state accreditation, showcasing strong leadership and data analysis skills. Committed to fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful outcomes for diverse populations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Director

Johnson County Neighborhood Center
Iowa City, IA
12.2022 - Current
  • Developed educational enrichment activities for K-6 students and supervised direct care staff for effective implementation.
  • Ensured State licensing accreditation for Alexander Elementary afterschool program in Iowa.
  • Recruited, trained, and managed personnel through evaluation and disciplinary processes.
  • Managed budgeting processes, including forecasting and expense tracking.

Draft Technician

Johnson Brothers of Iowa, Inc.
Johnston, IA
06.2016 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated maintenance activities with outside contractors when needed for repair services.
  • Trained other technicians in operating procedures for manual milling equipment.
  • Kept to tight deadlines and forged strong team bonds to accomplish challenging objectives.
  • Managed assignments and teams working at different stages of diverse projects.

SCL Counselor

Community Mental Health Center
Iowa City, IA
10.2014 - 05.2016
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists and social workers, to enhance client care.
  • Applied evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
  • Supported clients in cultivating healthy coping mechanisms for stress management.
  • Employed creative techniques, including art and music therapy, to aid client expression.

Residential Facilitator

Reach for Your Potential
Iowa City, IA
01.2014 - 10.2014
  • Supervised daily operations of residential facility for adults with intellectual disabilities.
  • Prepared quarterly reports and represented clients in case management team meetings.
  • Collected and analyzed data on individual clients to support strategic planning efforts.

Special Olympics Coach

Iowa City Parks and Recreation
Iowa City, IA
06.2009 - 09.2013
  • Coordinated skill-building exercises for competitive athletes and recreational participants.
  • Assessed and established specific learning outcomes for each participant.
  • Organized team drills while teaching rules and regulations for various sports.
  • Assisted in managing special event planning for Special Populations participants.

Teacher of STEP Classroom

Four Oaks Social Services
Iowa City, IA
08.2008 - 08.2012
  • Developed and implemented curriculum for core classes tailored to secondary students with unique learning needs.
  • Collaborated with parents to address feedback and created strategies for student success.
  • Evaluated and graded student work, providing regular updates to school district on academic and behavioral progress.
  • Coordinated with Iowa City school district to support student transition back to traditional education.

Education

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation -

American Heart Association
01.2025

Master of Arts - Parks and Recreation, Tourism and Sports Management

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
06.2015

Bachelors of Arts - Secondary Education

Marshall University
05.2008

Skills

  • Project management
  • Employee training and development
  • Curriculum design
  • Event coordination
  • Team collaboration
  • Data analysis

Certification

  • Universal Precaution
  • Blood Borne Pathogens
  • Automated External Defibrilator

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Program Director

Johnson County Neighborhood Center
12.2022 - Current

Draft Technician

Johnson Brothers of Iowa, Inc.
06.2016 - 01.2023

SCL Counselor

Community Mental Health Center
10.2014 - 05.2016

Residential Facilitator

Reach for Your Potential
01.2014 - 10.2014

Special Olympics Coach

Iowa City Parks and Recreation
06.2009 - 09.2013

Teacher of STEP Classroom

Four Oaks Social Services
08.2008 - 08.2012

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation -

American Heart Association

Master of Arts - Parks and Recreation, Tourism and Sports Management

North Carolina State University

Bachelors of Arts - Secondary Education

Marshall University

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