As the Administrator of the licensed STRTP at Restoring Hope 4 Youth Foundation, I lead a trauma-informed program supporting youth with severe emotional and behavioral challenges. I ensure we provide a structured, compassionate environment where each resident can heal, build resilience, and work toward self-sufficiency. My responsibilities include:- Program Development: Design therapeutic plans addressing trauma-related symptoms, using evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to equip youth with essential coping skills. - Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, and guide a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff, fostering a collaborative culture focused on empathy, accountability, and high-quality care. - Regulatory Compliance: Oversee adherence to CDSS, MHSA, AFDC, and licensing standards, maintaining full regulatory compliance for safe, ethical operation. - Fiscal Management: Manage budgets and secure funding through grants and partnerships to ensure program sustainability. - Community Engagement: Build connections with families, schools, and community partners, creating networks that support youth recovery and reintegration.My competencies include strategic planning, conflict resolution, cultural sensitivity, risk management, and data-driven decision-making. Dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive environment, I align my work with our mission to empower youth toward a stable future. Open to connecting with professionals who share a commitment to positive change in youth services.

Ensure a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment for children.Manage and coordinate curricula with staff that complies with state and federal requirements.Ensure that center facilities are safe for children and comply with laws and regulations.Evaluate and purchase materials, equipment, and supplies.Manage and support teaching staff and promote their professional development.Interview, hire, and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements.Complete ongoing training and courses to remain up to date on daycare standards and procedures.Communicate and meet with parents regarding their children and the center’s policies.Manage and oversee the budget and accounts and ensure that the center remains profitable.Develop and facilitate a marketing and communications plan.Employee and children file and record keepingPayroll and Operation of Finances- payroll, checks, accounts, balances, petty cash, program and policy operator

Management of an in-house residential or treatment center, supervision of staffOperation of Finances- payroll, checks, accounts, balances, petty cash, program and policy operatorPublic Relation Operator of public image through publications and outreach.PR to drug treatment centers, long-term care facilities, youth and young adult centers, and homeless transitional centers. Scheduling of Youth Counselors, support staff, and coordinating external contractors Delegate tasks, daily operations, patient-related appointments and emergencies; externally, vendor and contract agreementsMeal and menu planningShopping and taking inventory of supplies and groceriesKeeping track of any repairs necessary at the facilityTrack school attendance of the residents,and school follow upsYouth representative that follow-up and resolve all complaintsFacility maintenance checklist, Van Log, and organization with employee files up to dateCompleted and attended Residents IEP’s meetings, and files for necessary paperworkMedical Record keeping, confidential record security

Created daily lesson plans to support student development and growth in areas such as college readiness and life skillsUsed clear, effective communication and professionalism skills to develop constructive relationships with familiesMonitored participant safety with various measures including attendance taking and frequent head counts. Ensured the safety of all participants and program staff at the siteSupervised and assists children in age-appropriate activities of all subjects, games, songs, field trips, learning activities, arts and crafts projects, and gym timeAssisted with homework, tutoring, and various academic projects to enhance student’s comprehension and promote educational success Worked with a variety of ages, grades K-8th in groups, supervising the playground, special events, etc.Assisted in playground and cafeteria supervision of students at school site

Monitored patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Assisted patients by providing personal services. Recorded patient information by making entries in the patient journal; notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions. Filing, sorting, and recording health-related vitals and important legal and confidential medical documents. Handled sensitive client financial documents, paid monthly utilities, answered phone calls, faxed health related documents, and composed correspondence emails with healthcare medical staff and administrators. Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures; maintaining security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards; Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. Protected the home care agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Enhanced service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explored opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Trainings obtained: CPR/First Aid Certification, National Caregiver Training Program (NCTP), Individual Caregiver/healthcare trainings, and timesheet trainings.