Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Choices Counseling Services, excelling in trauma counseling and strategic planning. Spearheaded initiatives that empowered clients and enhanced community outreach, while effectively managing budgets and compliance. Renowned for fostering team motivation and driving program development, resulting in significant improvements in service delivery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President, Founder
Choices Counseling Services
Spokane
06.2011 - Current
Provided Trauma Counseling for victims of human trafficking in Malaysia working with UNHCR - United Nations High Commission for Refugees.
Worked with homeless community providing counseling, food, clothing, blankets and services in Eastern Washington.
Developed & facilitated programs aimed at empowering clients individualy and in groups.
Conducted individual and group counseling
Completed intake, treatment planning and referrals
Developed courseware for all aspects of mental health and substance use disorder treatment
Held weekly Zoom sessions with clients' support groups
Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
Determined performance goals and offered tactics for achieving milestones.
Built talent pipeline to support business growth and enduring success.
Created a marketing plan to increase awareness of the organization's activities in the community.
Maintained effective communication channels with all stakeholders involved in the organization's activities.
Initiated projects aimed at improving customer service standards across departments.
Implemented new technologies to streamline organizational processes when needed.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to nonprofit organizations.
Monitored legislative changes that could affect the organization's operations or funding sources.
Diminished regulatory risks by strict adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
Led strategic planning and execution to drive company growth and profitability.
Ensured operational excellence across all departments to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Oversaw development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
Spearheaded crisis management efforts to protect company reputation and stability.
Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.
Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
Optimized supply chain to reduce materials costs and improve distribution.
Managed day-to-day activities across multiple departments within the organization.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
Program Coordinator
Community Colleges of Spokane
Spokane
09.2017 - 06.2024
In charge of all aspects of development, maintenance and facilitation of the Addiction Studies Program
Developed courses
Created/Converted all in class courses to completely onlne platform during Covid 19
Iterface on daily basis with both faculty and students
Coordinated program schedules and events for diverse community needs.
Managed student enrollment processes and ensured accurate record-keeping.
Developed and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
Served as a liaison between external organizations and partners involved in delivering programming services.
Maintained up-to-date records related to program activities.
Facilitated communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and conference calls.
Assisted in the creation and revision of program policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events annually, ensuring seamless execution.
Organized remote broadcasting operations with appropriate facilities, equipment and personnel.
Developed chat groups to work remotely with students
facilitated grants to program students which provided over $500,000.00 in grant money.
Education
EMDR Master Practitioner - Health Care Management
Pesi
San Francisco, CA
01-2018
Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist - Mental Health Counseling
Arizona Trauma Institute
Phoenix, AZ
02-2017
Reiki Master Teacher Practitioner - Mental Health Counseling
Pesi
San Francisco, CA
01-2017
TFT/EFT Master Practitioner - Mental Health Counseling
Priority Academy
London, UK
08-2017
Six Sigma Black Belt - Consulting
Big Bend Community College
Ellensburg, WA
08-2007
MBA - Human Resources Management
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
05-1981
Skills
Trauma counseling
Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Mental Health Counseling
Treatment Planning
Program development
Crisis management
Policy development
Budget management
Strategic planning
Compliance management
Community outreach
Project management
Process improvement
Change management
Team motivation
Financial leadership
Regulatory compliance
Organizational leadership
Executive performance management
Program management
Operations management
Resource allocation
Consulting
Coaching and mentoring
Decision-making
Accomplishments
2022 Named International Volunteer of the Year for my humanitarian work with trafficking victims in Malaysia
2023 Recognized by the Malaysian Royalty for my humanitarian work
1981, 2016, 2017 & 2018 National Honor Society
Member of American Counseling Association since 2016
Languages
English
Professional
Malay
Limited
Affiliations
Continued work with the homeless in Spokane County
Independent Contractor – Member Services at AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania - Medicaid & Keystone First – AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania Community Health Choices – Keystone First Community Health ChoicesIndependent Contractor – Member Services at AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania - Medicaid & Keystone First – AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania Community Health Choices – Keystone First Community Health Choices