Provide financial and organizational management including; rebuilding organizational foundation and infrastructure, development and implementation of the strategic plan, communications/PR plan, and fundraising/fund development plan, revised and developed agency policies and procedures, provide staff development and supervision, human resources, direct fundraising, board support, organizational analysis, sustainability planning, facilities management and program development and implementation.Major Accomplishments:Fundraised over $886,000 within 11 monthsSecured over $180,000 in in-kind community supportRestored funder relationshipsIncreased mental health clinic revenue by 40%Increased rental revenue by 30% Paid off all State and Federal payroll taxes owed ($100,000)Building Lien released

Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in social work administration, race and culture, leadership and advocacy, groups and organizations, and health care administration.

Provided leadership, technical assistance, consultation and staff support to volunteers and the Board of Directors. Developed and cultivated relationships with organizations, public officials, and key stakeholders. Programmatic strategies as well as public relations and public awareness campaigns were developed and implemented. Pursued all appropriate grant sources and opportunities for funding.

Managed all fiscal and programmatic functions for a large human services agency. Directed agency activities in providing safety net and supportive services to at risk families, youth, and adults. Developed annual goals/objectives and agency business plans; provided leadership in developing strategic goals and priorities to successfully accomplish the mission of the organization; served on local and statewide boards and workgroups; advocated for vulnerable children and adults on local, state and national agendas; implemented, monitored and evaluated countywide pilot projects. Major AccomplishmentsReceived national award from USDA for exemplary service in outreach and services to low income senior clients (1 of 10 awards in the Nation) 2008Lead KCDHS to distinction by USDA - (5 States) to receive the Food Stamp Regional award. Administered safety net services to over 48,000 county residents (0% errors for 18 months). 2007Developed and implemented a family resource center site at Spring Valley elementary school to provide direct service, I&R, and funding for prevention services to at risk families and students. 2006Partnered with various community partners to implement innovative pilots and programs throughout the county.

Administered all activities of a private non-profit statewide agency: developed and monitored agency budget, raised funds, and conducted marketing activities; provided statewide information and referral services, public education, and advocacy; established statewide partnerships and advocacy projects and conducted lobbying activities to influence a policy agenda.Major AccomplishmentImplemented a statewide project aimed at community education and advocacy activities to promote health care parity for substance abuse and to reduce stigma.

($3MM+ program) directed the activities of eight component managers and 80+ program employees of Head Start and School Readiness service delivery system. Established program goals and objectives; developed budgets, secured funding, implemented, monitored and evaluated programs; established personnel and volunteer policies and procedures; maintained close relationships with community agencies, education districts, and Board of Directors; negotiated collective bargaining agreements with drivers, teachers, and teachers' aides.Major AccomplishmentsReceived federal exception to program standards to implement and expand Head Start program design to pilot several five day a week/full day classrooms to accommodate working parents that had to comply with “Work First” requirements.Developed and implemented “train the trainer” cultural diversity training for Human Services Department staff. State and National Head Start /School Readiness trainer on race and culture, leadership, advocacy and diversity. Elected as State Head Start Association president.

Prevention and Community Based Treatment Program. Responsible for serving “at risk” teenagers from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Monitored private contractual services and supervised four program areas in adult and children services; served on several community work groups.