Robert Robbins
Chino Valley
Summary
Dynamic Site Director at Nations Finest with proven expertise in project management and community outreach. Successfully expanded housing opportunities for veterans while ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Skilled in grant writing and budgeting, I lead teams to achieve impactful outcomes, advocating for veterans' needs and fostering collaborative partnerships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Director
Nations Finest
Prescott
10.2022 - Current
- Oversee the management of site services, the design & implementation of special projects, and Nation’s Finest relationships with community partners.
- Develop and submit proposals and applications for funding as required.
- Research & identify new funding sources to supplement or expand Nation’s Finest services.
- In coordination with the Compliance department, ensure compliance with all current grant and contract requirements and goals.
- See that all required reports are accurate and in the appropriate format.
- Expand on Nation’s Finest's current housing continuum to include permanent, agency-owned, housing opportunities for clients.
- Assist the leadership team in developing a site budget.
- Track all expenditures and maintain a balanced budget for all programs.
- Account for spending activities at the site level.
- Hire, supervise, evaluate, and discipline supervisory program staff.
- Facilitate regularly scheduled staff meetings and training as needed.
- Collect, review, and evaluate client statistics.
- Develop statistical narrative reports as required by funders or as requested by corporate office.
- Work diligently to educate and inform local government officials, legislators and others on Nation’s Finest programs and the needs of military veterans.
- Advocate for the needs of veterans and assist the Executive Director with policy development that is in the best interest of Nation’s Finest clients.
- Participate in local networking and community collaborative activities that serve to enhance services provided by Nation’s Finest.
- Act as the spokesperson of the site with all media engagements and requested tours/local engagement activities.
- Work collaboratively with the state and local mental health, alcohol & drug, and housing government agencies.
- Maintain a seat on the local CoC board and/or various committees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
TIP Coordinator
U.S.VETS
Prescott
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Provide guidance, direction and supervision to case management (CM) staff.
- Reviews client files for quality assurance, including discharged charts.
- Acts as a conduit between U.S.VETS-Las Vegas and the Veterans Administration and other community partners and programs to collaborate for service-delivery for veterans.
- Assists with new client intakes, evaluations, and placements of veterans who are in need of services.
- Acts as a liaison between CM staff and operations staff in making requests for supportive services.
- Responsible for reporting client information to Clinical Director on various aspects of the program.
- Audits all files a minimum of quarterly according to U.S.VETS standards.
- Monitors program fee (rent) collection.
- Participates in client’s transition meetings.
- Responsible for training new Case Managers in all aspects of CM responsibilities.
- Collaborates with the Clinical Director and VA for entry/re-entry of clients.
- Performs outreach to veterans and provides case management services as needed.
- Performs crisis intervention, staffings, and home visits to address client needs and issues.
- Develops and maintains collaborative partnerships with community agencies.
- Responsible for data entry and management of program databases to compile demographics, track services, and generate reports.
- Establishes scattered-site housing units in the community.
- Responsible for fiscal management of supportive service funds.
- Facilitates weekly program classes, as needed.
- Facilitates a monthly town hall/community meeting with all veterans in the program.
- Maintain overall organizational integrity within the program and compliance with all federal and other regulations.
- Supervises data entry and updating of the Homeless Management Information Systems and responsible for accuracy of data.
- Available for on-call emergencies.
- Performs other duties as required.
Utilization Review
SOBA Recovery, LLC
Malibu
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Obtained authorizations from private insurance companies to provide inpatient treatment for substance use.
- Responsible for admissions at 7 facilities of new clients and assigning to designated utilization reviewers daily.
- Ensured that all facilities were up to date on licensures for all levels of care.
- Helped develop new clinical screening tools for admissions and current residents that required additional time in treatment.
Lead Counselor
Action Family Counseling
Santa Clarita
11.2012 - 08.2015
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions, utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities to support clients in recovery and mental health management.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary team members.
- Perform intake assessments, crisis intervention, and continuous client progress evaluations to ensure clients receive appropriate and effective care.
- Supervise a team of counselors, providing guidance, support, and regular performance evaluations.
- Lead team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision sessions to maintain high standards of care.
- Coordinate and facilitate staff training and professional development opportunities to enhance clinical competencies and ensure adherence to best practices.
- Collaborate with the Clinical Director to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment programs and policies to meet regulatory standards and improve client outcomes.
- Monitor compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations related to substance abuse and mental health treatment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA guidelines.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local organizations, healthcare providers, and community resources to support client referrals and aftercare planning.
- Educate clients and families on available community resources and work closely with support systems to reinforce recovery efforts.
- Collect, review, and analyze client data to inform treatment approaches and track program success metrics.
- Prepare and submit regular reports on client progress, program outcomes, and operational goals to the Clinical Director.
- Stay updated on developments in substance abuse and mental health treatment through continuing education, workshops, and professional networks.
- Identify areas for improvement in service delivery and contribute to program enhancements based on feedback from clients, families, and staff.
Education
Master’s Degree - Organizational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Purdue Global University
Des Moines, Iowa03.2018
Associates of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona02.2015
Skills
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Grant writing
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Community outreach
- Data analysis
Certification
I certify that the information in this resume is accurate.
Other Information
- Able to read, analyze and interpret subject data.
- Able to perform well under deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Word Perfect, Access, and Excel.
Personal Information
Citizenship: US
Timeline
Site Director
Nations Finest
10.2022 - Current
TIP Coordinator
U.S.VETS
11.2019 - 10.2022
Utilization Review
SOBA Recovery, LLC
08.2015 - 07.2019
Lead Counselor
Action Family Counseling
11.2012 - 08.2015
Master’s Degree - Organizational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Purdue Global University
Associates of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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