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Strategy Vision and OversightThe CEO leads ongoing strategic planning and implementation processes that advance the organization into the future. The CEO creates a clear and bold vision; this includes attention to key metrics that evaluate the performance of each program.People and Culture LeadershipThe CEO provides strong people and culture leadership that embeds equity and inclusion throughout all parts of the organization. The CEO ensures that Family Eldercare attracts and retains top talent, continues to grow and strengthen values-based culture, and operationalize equity, diversity, and inclusion strategies. The CEO directly supervises a skilled Executive Leadership team.Financial and Operational ManagementThe CEO ensures effective financial, legal, and operational management of Family Eldercare, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews and aligning budgets with strategic plans. The CEO engages program leaders on the process of setting and meeting budgets and financial forecasting. The CEO makes sure that Family Eldercare’s internal systems and processes support the work and continue to evolve as the organization grows and that all contracts and agreements are appropriately reviewed and managed. In addition to managing finances, the CEO is responsible for ensuring ongoing revenue generation through business development and fundraising.Board Engagement and ManagementThe CEO provides ongoing management, communications, and updates to the Board of Directors, including supporting committees; planning and executing agendas and materials for board meetings and retreats; and, in collaboration with Board members, developing and implementing strategies for succession planning, equity and inclusion training, recruiting and other board development initiatives.They will collaborate with board members on overarching strategic direction and to develop and pursue new fundraising opportunities.

With a budget of $110 million dollars and with a staff of almost 400 individuals, the Community Services Bureau (CSB) is Contra Costa county's anti-poverty arm. CSB is the largest Head Start and Early Head Start provider in the county. It also serves as the Community Action agency for Contra Costa. The Director is responsible for the day to day management of the Bureau, providing financial, programmatic and systematic oversight. Duties include but are not limited to contract management, budget administration, staff acquisition and development, program enhancement, community relations, etc.

Accountable for the overall management of an independent, government agency that provides in-home care for vulnerable populations and supports their caregivers. Responsibilities fell under four components: leadership, programs and advocacy, finance/operations/human resources, and board governance. Accomplishments included rebranding of the organization, amp up the recruitment of caregivers and Board members, enhancing internal policies and procedures, increasing the agency’s community presence and visibility, expending and improving the services to consumers.

Oversaw the Program Integrity for the In-Home Supportive Services for the County of Marin, with the goal of assuring that the assistance provided to older adults and individuals with developmental disabilities was utilized properly and according to regulations. Duties included: fraud prevention and investigation, conducting visits to consumers, data analysis, functional assessments, preparing state reports, representing the County of Marin during Fair Hearings, among others. Accomplishments included the designing and implementation of policies and procedures, joining the California Welfare Fraud Investigators Association as a Board Member, among others.

Responsible of the recruitment process of potential foster parents. This process included: outreach, screening, certification and training of potential foster parents. During tenure, outreach and recruitment goals were surpassed as well as the expected number of foster parents certified on a monthly basis.

Managed the Family Services Program, which provided financial and material assistance to low-income individuals, as well as case management to consumers and community referrals. Oversaw a staff of 15 workers. Grant writing, public speaking and other fundraising and community relations duties were also performed. Accomplishments included the creation and development of the Financial Education Program for the entire agency, the implementation of a self-sufficiency service plan for struggling families that included follow up and measurable outcomes, among others.

Guardianship Case Manager handling a caseload of up to 80 legally incapacitated clients; tasks included monthly visits to supervise their medical and mental status and making important life decisions such as placement, living arrangements and financial matters. Due to documented successful results, challenging cases were assigned and handled successfully.

Court appointed legal guardian for mentally incapacitated adults. Duties included weekly visits monitoring Wards; making key decisions on behalf of Wards; performing assessments on new referrals; attending court hearings, often testifying before the Court. Promoted to Guardianship Program Director.

Functioned as an advocate for individuals with disabilities. Handled grievances involving discrimination, primarily regarding housing and employment. Lobbying and community organizing duties were also performed.

Assisting the Development Director with the fundraising activities of the company. Responsibilities included special events planning, such as golf tournaments, dinner galas and summer camps for unprivileged children. Achievements included the creation of the “Amigos de la Opera” society, the first Spanish-speaking membership group of the organization.

Fundraiser for one of the most acclaimed and recognized non-profit organizations in the country. Duties included conducting presentations both in English and Spanish to companies and organizations in the manufacturing sector, as well as maintaining corporate relations with these businesses and their management team. Fundraising goal was one million dollars, which was surpassed.