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Tara Ryan, M.Ed., LADC I

South Easton,MA

Summary

A multi-faceted professional capable of managing high-volume workloads within fast-paced environments. I offer a proven record of optimizing workflows and increasing revenue by utlilizing creative solutions. Decades of experience in the fields of Mental Health, Justice, Substance Abuse/Addiction Education and Medicine make me an ideal candidate for work with diverse marginalized, underserved and unique populations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Outpatient Services

High Point Treatment Center
2024.04 - Current
  • Responsible for overisght of two Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs), one Outpatient Behavioral Health Center which provides Urgent Access and three Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs).


  • Monitor fidelity to program and grant contracts.


  • Continuous re-evaluation of program performance and streamline workflows and improve patient experience and satisfaction.


  • Monitor program budgets.


  • Interface with multiple state, regional and local agencies, licensing boards, collateral agencies and programs, local stakeholders and internal colleagues.

Site Director

High Point Treatment Center
2022.12 - 2024.04
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
  • Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to staff through ongoing training initiatives, boosting employee retention rates.
  • Developed strategic plans for site growth, resulting in increased revenue and profitability.

Behavioral Health Supervisor

Compass Medical (Steward Medical Group)
2016.02 - 2022.12
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Identified and enforced best practices to bolster operational efficiency.
  • Created, developed and implemented trainings, psychol-educational groups and project research within assigned deadlines.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.

Director

Old Colony YMCA
1998.03 - 2016.03
  • Authored proposals for new and renewing grants and program contracts.
  • Oversight of day-to-day operations of MA Trial Court (Office of Community Corrections) and Department of Youth Services contracts.
  • Fostered and expanded community relations activities by participation in conferences, panels and working groups.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.


Education

Master of Education - School Counseling

Salem State University
Salem, MA

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

College of Our Lady of The Elms
Chicopee, MA

Associate of Science - Nursing W/ Nursing Certificate

Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Brockton, MA

Skills

  • Program Administration
  • Budget Development
  • Non-profit management
  • Crisis Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Training Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Project Management

Certification

LADC I, MA License #14001


MA Educators Certificate, Guidance K-12, # 369837


Administrator of: GAIN-Q Full, LS-RNR, LS-CMI, MAYSI, SASSI, PHQ, GAD, ASSIST, Beck's Depression Scale, Columbia


Trainer: Professionalism in the Workplace, The Art of the Behavioral Health Referral, Difficult Conversations in Opioid Prescribing




Timeline

Director of Outpatient Services

High Point Treatment Center
2024.04 - Current

Site Director

High Point Treatment Center
2022.12 - 2024.04

Behavioral Health Supervisor

Compass Medical (Steward Medical Group)
2016.02 - 2022.12

Director

Old Colony YMCA
1998.03 - 2016.03

Master of Education - School Counseling

Salem State University

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

College of Our Lady of The Elms

Associate of Science - Nursing W/ Nursing Certificate

Brockton Hospital School of Nursing

LADC I, MA License #14001


MA Educators Certificate, Guidance K-12, # 369837


Administrator of: GAIN-Q Full, LS-RNR, LS-CMI, MAYSI, SASSI, PHQ, GAD, ASSIST, Beck's Depression Scale, Columbia


Trainer: Professionalism in the Workplace, The Art of the Behavioral Health Referral, Difficult Conversations in Opioid Prescribing




Tara Ryan, M.Ed., LADC I