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Willie Smith Jr.

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Compassionate and goal-oriented individual with a master's in social work dedicated to applying my knowledge in Rehabilitative Care, Therapeutic Intervention, and the human service field, with a vast knowledge of individuals diagnosed with autism.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Youth Autism Services

The League For People With Disabilities
09.2021 - Current

-Provide direct supervision to the Autism Services Managers.

-Coordinate and monitor training for departmental staff, ensuring completion of required training within 60 days of hire and annually thereafter.

-Screen referrals for Youth Autism and follow intake procedures.

-Secure funding for individuals served, including Autism Waiver Plan of Care's and Private Pay agreements.

-Plan, coordinate, and implement quarterly staff meetings for ongoing professional development.

- Network, attend training courses and meetings with relevant entities.

- File required reports with OHCQ, MSDE, DHMH, and Service Coordinators.

- Ensure compliance with MSDE, DHMH, policies.

- Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.

- Identify and pursue expansion opportunities and new programs.

Clinical, Family Consultation Manager

The League For People With Disabilities
05.2018 - 06.2021

- Supervised Family Consultants and completed required supervision documentation.

- Conducted intake meetings, participant team meetings, and Individual Treatment Plan meetings.

- Tracked and completed timely evaluations of all Family Consultants.

- Reviewed Treatment Plans and IISS/TI logs for quality content.

- Conducted quarterly clinical observations/supervision for assigned staff.

- Communicated with participants, families, professional staff, and community members.

- Helped clients and families define goals, plan action, and gain insight.

- Provided clients with basic coping skills.

- Maintained records of clients' progression towards goals.

Site Director

The Y In Central Maryland
12.2015 - 07.2017

- Managed a high-quality Out of School Time program.

- Developed positive relationships with school leadership and monitored staff and program spending.

- Provided organized data and narrative reports to stakeholders.

- Conducted professional development and staff training.

- Utilized curriculum materials for developmentally appropriate activities.

Education

Master's in Social Work - Social Work

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
05.2010

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Business Planning
  • Staff Development
  • Business Administration
  • Budget management
  • Certified Mandt Trainer
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Quality assurance
  • Excellent written and verbal communicator
  • Program Development
  • Medicaid Billing

Timeline

Director, Youth Autism Services

The League For People With Disabilities
09.2021 - Current

Clinical, Family Consultation Manager

The League For People With Disabilities
05.2018 - 06.2021

Site Director

The Y In Central Maryland
12.2015 - 07.2017

Master's in Social Work - Social Work

Morgan State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Morgan State University
Willie Smith Jr.