Russell Johnson
Fairview Park,OH
Summary
Dedicated Social Services Professional with a proven track record of empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Skilled in counseling, advocacy, and community resources. Passionate about making a positive impact through leadership and advocation for improving the outcomes of services to families and individuals.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Cleveland Mental Health Services
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Developed employment opportunities for formerly homeless clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Supported clients with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Educated clients on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as financial aid, healthcare providers and transportation
Assistant Professor of Business Management
Malone University
09.1995 - 03.2012
- Designed and taught courses on organizational behavior, leadership, and change management strategies.
- Facilitated workshops on conflict resolution, team building, and performance management for professionals.
- Provided support and assessment of student's needs to enhance their academic and professional experiences,
Northeast District Director
Ohio Job and Family Services
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Provided support and leadership for the nine County Departments of Job and Family Services in Northeast Ohio.
- Assisted counties in developing and providing a range of services including Child Protective and Adult Protective Services, Public Assistance Grants, Medicaid and Food Stamps
- Assisted counties to enhance budgetary spending and development to better provide necessary services to families and individuals.
- Assured that counties met and followed Local, State and Federal program and funding guidelines
Director
Medina County Department of Human Services
05.1986 - 01.1997
- Provided leadership and support to assure excellent service delivery to families and individuals in Medina County.
- Services included Child and Adult Protective Services, Child Support, Public Assistance Grants, Medicaid and Food Stamps.
- Partnered with other community agencies such as Mental Health, Health, Nursing Homes and the Department of Education to provide a seemless approach to meet the needs of individuals and famlies.
- Assured that all mandated services and fiscal guidelines were implemented and followed.
Assistant Director
Portage County Department of Human Services
03.1978 - 04.1986
- Managed teams to deliver social services to clients, ensuring effectiveness and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented programs to address community needs and promote social welfare.
- Collaborated with external partners and stakeholders to expand services and resources.
- Maintained and developed fiscal programs to enhance the outcomes of service delivery
Director, Staff Educator, Social Worker
Cuyahoga County Welfare Department
06.1968 - 03.1978
- June 1968-July 1972- - Social Worker responsible for providing support and a range of social services to individuals and families in my caseload.
- 1972- June 1974 - Staff Development Specialist providing education and training to social workers to enhance their ability to provide excellent services to their clients.
- July 1974-March 1978 - Director of the Westside District, providing support and leadership to provide excellent services to individuals and families living in the Westside of Cleveland.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH06-1971
Master of Arts - Sociology/Psychology
Thiel College
Greenville. Pennsylvania06-1968
Skills
- Leadership
- Decision Making
- Empathy
- Planning
- Communication
Accomplishments
- 1980-1981- Chairperson of the Ohio Children Protective Services Board
- 1983-1984 - Chairperson of the Medina County Social Services Coalition
- 1984-1985 - Served on the Ohio Governors Committee on Child Sexual Abuse
- 1987 - Received a Commendation from the Ohio House of Representatives for my achievements as Director of the Medina County Deparment of Human Services
Timeline
Social Worker
Cleveland Mental Health Services
03.2017 - 05.2018
Northeast District Director
Ohio Job and Family Services
01.1997 - 01.2000
Assistant Professor of Business Management
Malone University
09.1995 - 03.2012
Director
Medina County Department of Human Services
05.1986 - 01.1997
Assistant Director
Portage County Department of Human Services
03.1978 - 04.1986
Master of Arts - Social Work
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Arts - Sociology/Psychology
Thiel College
Director, Staff Educator, Social Worker
Cuyahoga County Welfare Department
06.1968 - 03.1978
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