SARAH DAUGETTE
Guntersville,AL
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with over 5 years of experience working with high-risk youth impacted by trauma, behavioral/mental health disorders, and substance use. Proven leader in coordinating individualized services, crisis intervention, and staff training within community-based care settings. Skilled in engaging hard-to-reach populations, implementing trauma-informed practices, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support recovery, resilience, and long-term stability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
09.2021 - 02.2025
- Coordinate and oversee mental health services for high-risk youth and families, many impacted by trauma, substance use, and systemic involvement.
- Supervise and train direct care staff to deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented support.
- Design and implement individualized service plans focused on stabilization, relapse prevention, and engagement in positive community activities.
- Facilitate crisis intervention and de-escalation using MANDT and harm-reduction strategies.
- Partner with juvenile justice, DHR, mental health providers, and schools to ensure continuity of care.
- Track outcomes and prepare program evaluations for quality improvement and compliance.
- Increased program retention by incorporating motivational interviewing techniques and strength-based approaches.
- Coordinated program activities and schedules for effective service delivery.
- Preparation and processing weekly payroll.
- Generation of accurate monthly invoices for Referring Authorities.
- Compilation of comprehensive annual reports in compliance with Department of Youth Services standards.
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive financial data with precision, ensure timely submissions, and maintain clear documentation for audits and reporting.
Advocate
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided 1:1 mentorship and behavioral support to high-risk youth with co-occurring mental health and substance use issues.
- Supported youth in identifying personal goals, managing triggers, and accessing treatment and resources.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to align services with client needs and court requirements.
- Maintained accurate documentation, progress notes, and service logs in compliance with HIPAA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05-2016
Skills
- High-Risk Youth Support & Substance Use Intervention
- Case Management & Individualized Service Planning
- Trauma-Informed Care & Motivational Interviewing
- Crisis De-escalation & MANDT Safety Strategies
- Family Engagement & Wraparound Services
- Staff Training & Supervision
- Interagency Collaboration (Juvenile Justice, Child Welfare, Schools)
- Safety Planning & Risk Assessment
- HIPAA Compliance & Confidential Documentation
- Microsoft Office Data Entry Time Management
Accomplishments
- Successfully coordinated services for over 10 youth annually, ensuring individualized service plans (ISPs) were implemented in alignment with YAP’s mission to keep youth safely in their homes and communities.
- Streamlined staff scheduling and case assignments, improving response time to referrals and increasing service delivery efficiency.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of advocates and support staff, fostering a collaborative environment that resulted in improvement in client engagement and retention.
- Developed and monitored program budgets and billing, ensuring accurate invoicing and compliance with Department of Youth Services (DYS) and other funding agency requirements.
- Increased annual grant income each grant cycle by effectively aligning program outcomes with funder priorities and submitting compelling, data-driven reports.
- Enhanced community partnerships by initiating collaborations with schools, juvenile justice representatives, and mental health providers, expanding support networks for at-risk youth.
- Maintained program compliance during audits through diligent documentation, training, and quality assurance oversight.
- Played a key role in staff recruitment, onboarding, and training.
- Launched a staff development initiative that improved adherence to trauma-informed practices and increased overall program satisfaction scores among youth and families.
Certification
- Motivational Interviewing
- Influence of Trauma on Substance Use
- MANDT Training - Behavioral De-escalation & Safety
- HIPAA Basics & HIPAA Security Rule
- Ethics and Corporate Compliance
- Harassment in the Workplace
- Integrity Compliance
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
09.2021 - 02.2025
Advocate
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
05.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Alabama
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