Program Director/Administrative Coordinator with company oversight, committed to cost effective management of resources and quality performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
National Alliance on Mental Illness
11.2020 - Current
Responsible for the planning, organization, coordinating and overseeing of the office operations, procedures, and resources to facilitate organizational effectiveness and efficiency
Ensure implementation of policies and practices
Build positive relations within the team and external parties
Schedule and organize support groups and education classes
Set up satellite office in both Delaware and Morrow Counties
Ensure technology is used correctly for all operations (Zoom, video conferencing, presentations etc.)
Support growth and program development
Perform administrative support functions such as data management, creating reports, drafting correspondence and preparing basic financial accounts
Develop effective working relationships with staff, evaluate work of staff, coach, mentor and discipline
Provide necessary training, guidance and motivation to staff
Approve and monitor staff vacation and sick leave
Supervise the efficient use of office supplies and maintenance of office equipment
Maintain a pleasant and secure working environment
Act as a liaison with other hospital, facilities and doctor’s offices
Implements procedural and policy changes to improve operational efficiency
Handle customer inquiries and complaints.
Office Manager
Ankle and Foot Specialists of Marion
01.2018 - 11.2020
Schedule and prioritize office activities to meet operation requirements
Determine, plan and direct workflow
Organize orientation and training of new staff
Analyze workflow issues and implement workable solutions
Ensure adherence to quality standards
Manage, create reports, draft correspondence and prepare basic financial accounts
Develop effective working relationships with staff, evaluate work of staff, coach, mentor and discipline
Provide necessary training, guidance and motivation to staff
Approve and monitor staff vacation and sick leave
Supervise the efficient use of office supplies and maintenance of office equipment
Maintain a pleasant and secure working environment
Act as a liaison with other hospital, facilities and doctor’s offices
Implements procedural and policy changes to improve operational efficiency
Handle customer inquiries and complaints.
Regional Administrative Coordinator
Maryhaven, Inc.
02.2006 - 12.2017
Coordinate the daily operations of the regional offices, including clients and employees
Supervise staff, hire staff, conduct annual performance evaluations, implement disciplinary measures as needed
Ensure required training is conducted
Motivate and coach staff to ensure continued professional development and achievements are met
Conduct staff meetings at regular and frequent intervals
Handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality
Review policies and procedures annually to ensure ongoing compliance
Responsible for purchasing and preparing budgets
Work directly with Regional Supervisor to plan program and site expansions and funding requests
Liaison for Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, MACSIS, MITTS, and directing front line staff for collection payments, co-payments, and obtaining pre-approvals
Extensive travel between offices weekly.
Prevention, Retention and Contingency Coordinator
Delaware County Job and Family Services
10.1999 - 11.2005
Meet with clients, staff and outside entities to ensure needs were being met within the community
Work with outside agencies to gain access for client benefits
Support the office staff with daily function responsibilities and communicate any questions, changes or updates needed
Schedule and registration of clients
Handle customer service skills.
Adjudicator
State of Ohio – Bureau of Disability
02.1993 - 10.1999
Process disability claims, gather supporting documentation from doctor’s offices, hospitals and employers
Decide if claim needed additional medical, employment, or education documentation to confirm the presence and extent of a disability that prevents the applicant from working
Make appointments for examination, diagnostic tests and consultations with healthcare professionals to gather information, interview claimants and analyze employment potential
Draft detailed, personalized correspondence to inform claimants of their benefits
Knowledge of medical terminology and conditions, as well as interpreting procedures and regulations.
Education
Diploma -
Cardington-Lincoln High School
01.1989
2 years -
Muskingum College
2 quarters -
Ohio State University
01.1992
Skills
Client account management
Staff Development/Motivation
Leadership/communication skills
Facility management
Project management
Administrative Skills
Business operations organization
Department Operations Management
Human Resources
Performance Evaluations
Employee relations
Problem Resolution
Self-motivated
Workflow Planning
Customer-oriented
Accomplishments
Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures
Applied safety procedures and policies as outlined in Department Safety manual
Manage high volume office with three full time physicians
Managed four reginal offices/four counties
Handle functions related to all outpatient services
Formally recognized for playing an instrumental role in the implementation of cost saving measures
Oversaw two new offices and two expansion offices within 12 months
Manage a team of 52 personnel
Managed a major office relocation with only one day of down time
Demonstrated proficiencies tin telephone, email, fax and front desk reception within a high-volume environment
Handled customers effectively by identifying needs, quickly gaining trust, approaching complex situations and problems to maximize efficiency
References
Rich Steele, former supervisor, Bellville, Ohio, 419-295-7494
Rhonda Milner, former co-worker, Delaware, Ohio, 740-513-8309
Marti Keller, former co-worker, Galion, Ohio, 419-921-5334