Yasmeen Butler
Orlando,Florida
Summary
Strategic Nonprofit Leader with over a decade of cross-sector experience in public health, education, and social justice. Proven success in securing $1M+ in funding, managing multi-year programs, and driving systems change. Skilled in stakeholder collaboration, training development, grant strategy, and inclusive program delivery. Committed to advancing health equity, environmental justice, and lifelong learning through people-centered systems and policy-informed strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Yakuatat Community Health Center
Yakutat, AK
01.2023 - Current
- Managed clinic operations with a $500,000 annual budget and oversaw $200,000+ in grant administration.
- Led 50+ staff and community training workshops to promote wellness literacy.
- Secured five new local partnerships and launched targeted outreach initiatives.
- Directed onboarding and mentorship for five new hires in Behavioral Health and Wellness.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings and CARF accreditation readiness.
- Streamlined workflows, reducing provider admin time by 25%.
- Coordinated contractor scheduling to maintain 95% patient coverage.
Co-Assistant Director
PAVE – Partnership for Action, Voices for Empowerment
Tacoma, WA
01.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations and aligned projects with strategic priorities.
- Designed new training programs, improving satisfaction by 50%.
- Secured $300,000+ through partnerships with 10+ community stakeholders.
- Supervised 10+ team members and improved internal development planning.
- Improved delivery efficiency by 20% via data-driven performance review.
Program Director
PAVE – Partnership for Action, Voices for Empowerment
Tacoma, WA
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Directed strategy for inclusive programs, expanding impact by 30%.
- Secured $750,000+ in funding; launched 3 major programs and supported 3 cohorts.
- Delivered curriculum to 300+ learners focused on Special Education Rights.
- Built and retained a team of 20+ instructors (95% retention rate).
- Conducted post-training evaluations to enhance curriculum outcomes.
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Columbus, GA
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Operated screening technologies to detect prohibited items.
- Conducted full-spectrum passenger and baggage screenings with 100% compliance.
- Authored incident reports and proposed checkpoint design enhancements.
Program Coordinator
University of Washington
Tacoma, WA
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Served as liaison for Title IV-E Child Welfare Training Program.
- Coordinated student practicum logistics for 50+ participants.
- Increased applicant volume by 25% through recruitment strategies.
- Managed $20K+ in monthly transactions and $20K+ in equipment inventory.
- Represented the program at 20+ events and managed travel logistics.
Social Worker
Department of Social and Human Services (DSHS)
Tacoma, WA
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Managed caseload of 40+ children and developed tailored support plans.
- Delivered family counseling and coordinated treatment referrals.
- Authored judicial review reports and provided holiday stability support.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Strayer University
03.2020
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Washington, Tacoma
08.2003
Skills
- Program management
- Cross-functional leadership
- Grant acquisition and funding
- Curriculum development
- Adult learning principles
- Special education advocacy
- Facilitation skills
- Health equity initiatives
- CARF accreditation knowledge
- EHR system proficiency
- Partnership development
- Tribal outreach strategies
- Public speaking proficiency
- Budget management
- Data analysis and evaluation
- Policy compliance oversight
- Workflow optimization
Training
- CAST UDL Symposium (2022)
- UCS Online Learning Foundations
- Military Child Education Coalition National Seminar
- National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in Higher Ed
- Trauma, Foster Care & Grief Training
- Foundations of Fiscal Reporting
- Evidence-Based Practice
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Manager
Yakuatat Community Health Center
01.2023 - Current
Co-Assistant Director
PAVE – Partnership for Action, Voices for Empowerment
01.2023 - Current
Program Director
PAVE – Partnership for Action, Voices for Empowerment
01.2015 - 01.2023
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
01.2011 - 01.2014
Program Coordinator
University of Washington
01.2005 - 01.2010
Social Worker
Department of Social and Human Services (DSHS)
01.2004 - 01.2005
Master of Public Administration -
Strayer University
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Washington, Tacoma
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