Supporting organizations in talent optimization through hiring, designing and inspiring individuals and teams for impact.

Offer Technical Assistance for the National Mentoring Resource Center through MENTOR Colorado including program design, HR and operations capacity building, organizational design, and fund development using best practices.

Provide comprehensive guidance and support to organizations in culture, human resources, organizational design, operations, sustainability, and strategic planning. Specialize in capacity building for new, emerging and restructuring organizations, focusing on cultural and change management for efficiency, impact, inclusivity and belonging. Coach leaders and teams for enhanced performance.

Directed all organizational operations, including HR, Technology, Program Evaluation, and Financials, optimizing integration post-merger with Denver Urban Scholars. Administered an annual budget of $4.3M with efficient controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and overseeing yearly audits. Spearheaded HR initiatives, including performance management, hiring, benefits administration, and establishing an Inclusivity Committee to operationalize DEI. Led program evaluation efforts and oversaw database management for compliance and continuous improvement. Served as liaison to the Board of Directors on finance, program, and governance matters.

Optimized integration of two well-established non-profits due to merger. Served as key advocate for various personnel and operational issues with leadership team. Directed HR including performance management, hiring, onboarding and offboarding, and benefits administration. Launched inclusivity committee to improve diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within organization. Oversight of all program evaluation and databases.

Oversaw all operations within the organization to ensure the day-to-day objectives were met including planning, resourcing, managing and monitoring. Developed and maintained budgets, tracked restricted funds, and ensured accurate documentation. Directed all HR operations including performance management, staffing, and benefits administration. Implemented culture of program evaluation; directed all data collection and analysis for program improvement. Served as key leader in implementing 3-year strategic plan, communicating organization vision and objectives. Implemented new database (Salesforce). Oversight of consultants merging databases. Optimized integration of two well-established nonprofits due to an acquisition. Launched Culture Club to build morale, enhance inclusivity, and have fun as a team. Designed and implemented modern employee recognition program to boost productivity and improve morale. Assisted CEO and Grant Writer with researching grants and grant writing tasks. Developed and deepened relationships with vendors and stakeholders to meet or exceed operational standards.

Directed all aspects of programming from 6th grade to postsecondary using a positive youth development lens. Enhanced and redefined organizational structure to improve organizational efficiency and efficacy.Developed and implemented innovative programming via collaborative funding with other youth-serving organizations. Recruited, hired, trained, coached, and retained personnel. Directed all program data collection and analysis. Supervised social work interns.

Developed and implemented resident programs and services for 8 affordable housing properties totaling 1100 units and 2500 residents across the state of Colorado. Assessed resident needs through various outreach methods in order to provide meaningful programs and services. Coordinated volunteer program including recruiting, screening, training, and supporting. Developed community partnerships to expand programs and services. Developed and implemented resident programs and services across multiple affordable housing properties. Established program policies and procedures, tracked outcomes, and leveraged community partnerships for program expansion. Launched AmeriCorps VISTA and social work intern programs to enhance community engagement and resident support.

Assisted in developing a new nonprofit day treatment center offering gender-specific, trauma-informed treatment for girls exposed to or at risk of being exposed to the juvenile justice system. Researched and contacted potential referral sources, funding sources, and other key stakeholders. Worked with the Executive Director in developing a brand and fundraising campaign. Assessed needs of at-risk girls and developed programming to address their needs from a psychological, physiological, biological and neurological perspective.

Charged with general non-profit bookkeeping duties including handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, check runs, bank reconciliation, and monthly journal entries. Prepare budgets and financial reports for funders. Create processes to effectively track spending and to ensure internal controls. Transitioned the organization’s books from CYMA to QuickBooks accounting software. Responsible for payroll, benefits, updating employee handbook.

Provided clinical case management in English and Spanish for 20 high school students at risk of dropping out of high school, their families, and their mentors. Served as liaison between involved parties. Developed and maintained communication with school staff and provided intervention where needed. Through marketing and networking, recruited 35-40 new volunteer adult mentors each year. Served as first point of contact with potential volunteers and cultivated relationships to ensure the right fit in the program in combination with a formal screening and training process. Provided Spanish translation in family meetings and group meetings. Co-facilitated student and mentor trainings. Supervised MSW interns around Spanish-speaking clients.

Provided therapy for youth in residential, day-treatment and community-based services, addressing diverse mental health needs. Created and implemented individualized treatment plans for youth and their families, leading to positive outcomes and client engagement. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to support youth in treatment, ensuring continuity of services.

Conducted interviews and assessments of children ages 9-11 and their caregivers in English and Spanish for a longitudinal study on foster care and mentoring. Administered and scored standardized measures.

Worked with teenagers and family members to address teen pregnancy and parenting issues and increase support. Staffed the Teen Clinic. Facilitated high school support groups for pregnant and parenting teens. Provided healthy relationship classes in middle schools and high schools.

Provided case management and therapy for Latino/a adolescents and adults, some monolingual Spanish-speakers. Completed intakes and developed treatment plans with clients. Collaborated on cases with a clinical team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse, case manager, and other clinicians.

Completed intakes. Provided advocacy, case management, and life skills to shelter clients from diverse backgrounds. Responded to crisis calls on Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Hotline. Developed new shelter policies and procedures as well as the Shelter Handbook.