Courtney Brenner, Ms, Pmp, Cpps, Prosci®️ Email & Phone Number

-Apply analytic methodologies and principles to address client needs-Apply analytic techniques in the evaluation of project objectives and contribute to the implementation of strategic planning-Identify areas for improvement and create solutions to complex problems-Improve efficiency within an organization, reduce costs, and increase revenue-Monitor results and change processes to improve outcomes-Perform basic consulting functions including data collection, interviewing… Show more -Apply analytic methodologies and principles to address client needs-Apply analytic techniques in the evaluation of project objectives and contribute to the implementation of strategic planning-Identify areas for improvement and create solutions to complex problems-Improve efficiency within an organization, reduce costs, and increase revenue-Monitor results and change processes to improve outcomes-Perform basic consulting functions including data collection, interviewing, data modeling, project testing, and performance measurements to support project objectives-Conduct activities in support of project objectives-Collaborate closely with colleagues, stakeholders, and with our partners within the VA Show less

-Apply analytic methodologies and principles to address client needs-Apply analytic techniques in the evaluation of project objectives and contribute to the implementation of strategic planning-Identify areas for improvement and create solutions to complex problems-Improve efficiency within an organization, reduce costs, and increase revenue-Monitor results and change processes to improve outcomes-Perform basic consulting functions including data collection, interviewing… Show more -Apply analytic methodologies and principles to address client needs-Apply analytic techniques in the evaluation of project objectives and contribute to the implementation of strategic planning-Identify areas for improvement and create solutions to complex problems-Improve efficiency within an organization, reduce costs, and increase revenue-Monitor results and change processes to improve outcomes-Perform basic consulting functions including data collection, interviewing, data modeling, project testing, and performance measurements to support project objectives-Conduct activities in support of project objectives-Collaborate closely with colleagues, stakeholders, and with our partners within the VA Show less

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

• Identify and analyze clinical ethical problems and model reasonable judgement and decision-making to facilitate optimal outcomes.• Communicate and coordinate with the clinical treatment team, patient, family members, and other involved parties to develop the best action plan.• Negotiate and facilitate negotiations between the clinical treatment team, patient, family members, and other involved parties.• Assist in problem resolution and advocate for the patient’s best-interest and… Show more • Identify and analyze clinical ethical problems and model reasonable judgement and decision-making to facilitate optimal outcomes.• Communicate and coordinate with the clinical treatment team, patient, family members, and other involved parties to develop the best action plan.• Negotiate and facilitate negotiations between the clinical treatment team, patient, family members, and other involved parties.• Assist in problem resolution and advocate for the patient’s best-interest and well-being. Show less

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Contract: ORD FERSS: September 2022-Present-Support Houston VA Research by providing enterprise-level support/consultation to investigators to enhance care delivery.-Conduct training for investigators to enhance efficiency and standardization of IRB submission.-Identify potential barriers to implementation and develop action plans to address and mitigate delays.-Manage deliverable and client requests independently to drive project success. -Conduct site-specific data… Show more Contract: ORD FERSS: September 2022-Present-Support Houston VA Research by providing enterprise-level support/consultation to investigators to enhance care delivery.-Conduct training for investigators to enhance efficiency and standardization of IRB submission.-Identify potential barriers to implementation and develop action plans to address and mitigate delays.-Manage deliverable and client requests independently to drive project success. -Conduct site-specific data analysis and develop weekly, client-specific data report summaries to measure and evaluate project implementation success.Contract: CCPI Pilot: July 2022-Present -Develop, deploy, and evaluate a per member/per month payment model for breast cancer related services purchased in the community to facilitate more consistent, coordinated, and equitable care delivery.-Build the preliminary design for critical features of the program (i.e., care delivery pathway, episode characteristics, etc.).-Analyze breast cancer related data through CBT codes to determine project environment/drive project implementation-Implement the pilot program to measure efficacy and develop solutions for perceived barriers.-Support the ongoing implementation and performance management through program evaluation of identified milestones. Contract: VA HRO: August 2021-July 2022 (Lead)-Conduct VAMC site-specific assessments through 15-week evaluations.-Provide project management, implementation, and evaluation support to the HRO Assessment team and VAMC Facility to sustain HRO practices.-Plan, implement, facilitate, and monitor all project activities.-Collaborate with VAMC to develop and implement next steps to focus on HRO sustainment of HRO practices-Provide team with clinical insight to enhance relationship building and data interpretation-Manage the central repository for best practices across all VAMC’s and VISN’s to support implementation of HRO practices across all three pillars. Show less

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

• Responsible for managing and providing operational leadership for all aspects of projects housed under the IMPACT Core and Implementation Lab, including developing and ensuring adherence to timelines, strategic and implementation plans, budgets, and coordinating connections to necessary resources.• Oversee cross-disciplinary projects engaged with the IMPACT Core and Implementation lab and work with the cross-functional team within CTSI to support investigators' research efforts.•… Show more • Responsible for managing and providing operational leadership for all aspects of projects housed under the IMPACT Core and Implementation Lab, including developing and ensuring adherence to timelines, strategic and implementation plans, budgets, and coordinating connections to necessary resources.• Oversee cross-disciplinary projects engaged with the IMPACT Core and Implementation lab and work with the cross-functional team within CTSI to support investigators' research efforts.• Primary point of contact for investigators, projects, stakeholders, and other related vendors.• Lead and coordinate all project-related meetings including initial, ongoing, and needs-based as issues arise.• Responsible for developing all project-related materials throughout the duration of the project, including implementation/project design plans, data use agreements (DUA), letters of support (LOS), strategic plans, and developing SOP’s as necessary.• Facilitate stakeholder engagement activities and support proposal development• Assist investigators with data analysis and interpretation as needed to support project implementation• Monitor and track projects to ensure adherence to timelines and assist with barriers to facilitate project success Show less

• Provide project coordination and lead two of our Drug Chemistry projects funded through NIJ and PCCD working with 6 counties across the Commonwealth• Responsible for coordinating and delegating work among project members to ensure successful program implementation and frequent communication with external stakeholders.• Directly accountable to grant funders for successful and timely program implementation through monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly updates. • Lead point of contact… Show more • Provide project coordination and lead two of our Drug Chemistry projects funded through NIJ and PCCD working with 6 counties across the Commonwealth• Responsible for coordinating and delegating work among project members to ensure successful program implementation and frequent communication with external stakeholders.• Directly accountable to grant funders for successful and timely program implementation through monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly updates. • Lead point of contact for external leadership stakeholders in public health and public safety sectors• Develop implementation plans and oversee execution, planning, and adherence to performance measures• Provide program evaluation and implementation support across non-profit, private, government, and coalition sectors across the Commonwealth• Develop tools and procedures to increase capacity and adherence for successful project implementation• Site monitoring on a frequent basis upon project implementation to provide coordination and ensure compliance, adherence, and success. • Lead responsibility in assessing the needs and sourcing for stakeholders and transforming qualitative and quantitative data into curriculum and materials for program and grant initiatives• Lead and facilitate teams and meetings with external stakeholders to drive program initiatives• Responsible for directing the collection, management, and analyses of complex qualitative and quantitative data for program development and improvement• Provide trainings to external stakeholders as needed to increase knowledge and success with program implementation Show less

Greater Pittsburgh Area

• Act as the lead point of contact for external stakeholders in public health and public safety sectors• Develop implementation plans and oversee execution, planning, and adherence to performance measures• Provide program evaluation and implementation support across non-profit, private, government, and coalition sectors across the Commonwealth• Conducting research and applying evidence-based theories to promote public health initiatives.• Site monitoring on a frequent basis upon… Show more • Act as the lead point of contact for external stakeholders in public health and public safety sectors• Develop implementation plans and oversee execution, planning, and adherence to performance measures• Provide program evaluation and implementation support across non-profit, private, government, and coalition sectors across the Commonwealth• Conducting research and applying evidence-based theories to promote public health initiatives.• Site monitoring on a frequent basis upon project implementation to provide coordination and ensure compliance, adherence, and success. • Work with complex systems and organizations and identify areas for process improvement.• Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and coordinating with PERU's OPRP Program Director, PERU Director, and Associate Director.• Lead responsibility in assessing the needs and sourcing for stakeholders and transforming qualitative and quantitative data into curriculum and materials for program and grant initiatives• Lead and facilitate teams and meetings with external stakeholders to drive program initiatives• Responsible for directing the collection, management, and analyses of complex qualitative and quantitative data for program development and improvement• Creating and implementing training programs, curriculum, and materials. Show less

•Risk management to provide participants with quality professional coordination of older adult services.•Provide quality control interventions and transition participants into the Aging Waiver program. •Carry a caseload of NFCE participants; responsibilities including triages, 6-month reassessments, 3-month evaluations, initial assessments, etc.•Resource counseling and strength-based assessments to assure participants receive comprehensive care to meet strengths.•Adhere to… Show more •Risk management to provide participants with quality professional coordination of older adult services.•Provide quality control interventions and transition participants into the Aging Waiver program. •Carry a caseload of NFCE participants; responsibilities including triages, 6-month reassessments, 3-month evaluations, initial assessments, etc.•Resource counseling and strength-based assessments to assure participants receive comprehensive care to meet strengths.•Adhere to documentation and compliance standards set by the state guidelines. Show less

•Plan and lead individual and family therapy sessions.•Develop and implement treatment plans as well as home and school safety plans.•Complete and track documentation according to deadlines.

•Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic activity groups effectively, i.e. DBT and CBT group therapy.•Provide one-on-one therapy session with patients and maintain records and progress notes.•Demonstrate effective management skills, which promote positive patient experiences. •Manage crisis situations using positive approaches and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

•Direct supervisor to personal care attendants.•Manage staffing operations involving 100+ personal care attendants covering 200 clients over a variety of shifts and secure coverage for vacancy shifts; also maintaining client’s care, safety, and medical needs.•Assist with billing and audits by PA Department of Health, Department Of Human Health Services by the Quality Management Efficiency Team (QMET), and Allegheny County.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Bioethics/Medical Ethics

Master Of Science - Ms, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Psychology