- Lead all programs and initiatives for a mission-driven disability services and advocacy organization- Write and manage federal, state, and local grants- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, billing, and reporting requirements- Oversee program services, documentation, and billing submission- Supervise diverse team of staff with 80% disabilities, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to program objectives and standards- Stay up-to-date on HR employment laws and regulations, including developing organizations policy and procedural handbooks- Train staff on documentation program and perform continuous reviews- Contribute to policy and procedure implementation and in-service training- Develop monitoring tools for service evaluation and consumer satisfaction surveys- Maintain Data Collection System (DCS) and oversee data entry- Develop contracts with Health Care entities- Develop and implement new programs

- Represented the organization on boards, committees, commissions, and at events- Oversaw program services, documentation, and billing submission- Stayed informed about legislation affecting the independent living field- Supervised program staff, conducted evaluations, and assisted with goal setting- Made recommendations on employee retention, severance, and compensation- Managed staff reporting and conducted program reviews- Contributed to grant proposals, policies, and procedures- Coordinated in-service trainings and updated manuals

- Provided support and coordination to the Community Living Team- Acted as a liaison between ILRC and community partners, stakeholders, and consumers- Represented ILRC in partnership with the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging- Ensured streamlined service provision and handled reporting per state requirements-Provided direct services to individuals with disabilities to support increased or maintained levels of independence- Promoted independent living and advocated for individuals with disabilities-Managed a caseload of at least 35 individuals with disabilities at all times- Provided skills training and support for housing, transportation, and self-advocacy goals- Maintained housing resources and assisted with Personal Assistant (PA) referrals- Served on committees focused on ending homelessness and systems advocacy- Developed and implemented a pilot program providing individualized services for youth with disabilities- Provided education on disability culture and promoted diversity and inclusion- Built community partnerships on state and local level-Promoted diversity and inclusion for people with disabilities in public spaces

Built relationships and supported families staying at PHFS shelters. Provided direct support to the Volunteer Manager with events, volunteer management, and Volgistics software documentation and maintenance. Created training materials that focus on Assertive Engagement and Trauma Informed Care for all volunteers. Have applied skills in Development Management through outreach and procurement of donations and conducted donation tracking using Greater Giving software. Acted as facilitator or mediator when conflict arose between families in this communal dwelling environment. Assisted with execution of annual fundraiser and planning and execution of Solution Salon events.