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Requested by leadership to serve as a consultant during management transition, supporting continuity and stability of the nonprofit, residential treatment program for adjudicated youth aged 17-22. Train and mentor the new Program Director, advising on client admissions and screening processes, budget administration, compliance, and staffing. Play an integral role in maintaining the reputation and patronization of the program, facilitating new relationships with community partners and state agency contacts.

Directed daily operations, including administering a $1M budget to cover overhead, payroll, and maintenance expenses. Partnered with DHS Licensing, Oregon Youth Authority, Portland Public Schools, employers, families, and other stakeholders to ensure program alignment with rehabilitative goals, as well as compliance with court ordered treatment and governmental licensing requirements. Coordinated resources for clients, including education, job skills, and rehabilitative therapy with a focus on independent living and recidivism prevention.Vetted, recruited, trained, and supervised a cross-functional team of 30 house staff, therapists, case managers, and volunteers.Stewarded the progression of clients through the program, including admissions and intake, independent living curriculum, crisis management, and community engagement.Benchmarked and developed quality assurance indicators to evaluate program performance, as well as supported audits and investigations mediated through DHS.Focused on individual needs of clients, leading clinical meetings, developing educational goals, achieving stable employment, and providing cultural enrichment activities, recreational opportunities, and healthy/prosocial community connections.Achieved an 80% program completion rate, with hundreds of youths successfully reentering normal life.

Worked with the Program Director to execute daily operations, coordinate resources with other agencies, and champion the program's mission and goals. Managed administrative functions such as budgeting, reporting, program evaluation, and quality assurance.Trained and supervised staff, verified licensing, and monitored clinical services to ensure a safe environment for adolescents. Spearheaded the continued development and improvement of the residential program model and admission processes. Maintained clinical records in accordance with SOPs, funding, and licensing standards, including client needs assessments, treatment plans, and progress reviews. Participated in crisis response, emergency first aid, and house management activities, ensuring compliance with protocols.