Human Resources

ROBERT SOMERS

Atlanta, GA ***** 757-***-**** ******.*******@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/robert-somers-lifesolutions HUMAN RESOURCE

PARTNER TALENT ACQUISITION/RECRUITER TRAINER HR NINJA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic professional and experienced consultant specializing in Human Capital Management (HCM). I work closely with administrations, focusing on daily tasks as well as long-term analytics and organizational goals. My main responsibilities have included providing oversight services to employees and clients to achieve their individual in concert with the organization’s workforce goals.

I consider my time earning my master's degree in I/O Psychology from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences as a full-time job. I am basically an HR ninja at this point! I have a strong background in organizational leadership, HR management, workplace productivity dynamics, talent acquisition/ recruitment, and business strategy partnerships.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

- HR Best Practices

- Performance Analytics

- DEI Management

- Professional Relationship Building

- Goal Setting

- Assessment Science of Human Behavior

- Strategic Management

- Policy Development

- Training Program Design and Implementation.

RELEVANT COURSEWORK AND EXPERIENCE

PURDUE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences – Remote Mar. 2021 - Dec. 2023

• I am a seasoned professional with a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Purdue University.

• Through my coursework, I have gained deep expertise in advanced research methods, Organizational Leadership, HR Management, Workplace testing/surveys/evaluations, measurement, assessment, Change Management, Staffing Goals, and Legal and Ethical Standards.

• Expert in the science of human behavior, including motivation, productivity, communication, and team building.

Case Manager: 5 STAR THERAPEUTIC SERVICES - Norfolk, VA. Aug. 2017 - Mar. 2021

• Spearheaded Employee Capital Management (ECM) by fostering professional relationships and facilitating group consensus and collaboration.

• Developed comprehensive training programs tailored to individual, group, and family needs.

• Ensured accurate and detailed documentation of group sessions in compliance with agency policies, utilizing the EMR software and BIRP format.

• Recognized during my tenure as the most effective and requested therapist by the CEO, showcasing exceptional performance and client satisfaction.

Director of Residential Life: THE CARLBROOK SCHOOL - Halifax, VA. Dec. 2014 – Aug. 2017

• Led strategic management initiatives, focusing on performance improvement and policy development to ensure compliance with Virginia State regulations.

• Played a key role in the recruitment process, ensuring the successful hiring of qualified staff.

• Collaborated with HR administrative support to facilitate communication and alignment across organizational units.

• Developed and implemented HR policies, set employee goals, conducted performance assessments, and provided feedback and compensation recommendations.

• Achieved a significant improvement in positive conduct and engagement scores by over 200%, reflecting effective leadership and management strategies.

Employee Relations/Admissions Director, SENTARA MEDICAL CENTER, Portsmouth, VA, Jan 2012 – Dec 2014

• Orchestrated plans with cross-functional teams to surpass program objectives.

• Collaborated with the legal team on internal employee investigations, ensuring using legal standards.

• Spearheaded the implementation of a comprehensive employee engagement program that led to a significant improvement in employee satisfaction and productivity.

• Developed policies addressing patient and employee grievances, enhancing operational efficiency.

• Managed admissions process during an interim period, ensuring compliance with personal and medical data collection.

Executive Director, CHANCO CAMP and CONFERENCE CENTER, Spring Grove, VA, Jan 2009 – Dec 2013

• Led strategic planning and change management initiatives, highlighting the impact on an enlarged client base which increased revenue by $400k in the first year.

• Designed assessment tools to optimize operational and financial decision-making.

• Managed HR functions including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.

• Spearheaded successful change initiatives, strategic growth projects, and efficiency improvements, achieving significant profit increases and top-ranking recognition in prestigious publications.

EDUCATION / CREDENTIALS

-Purdue University Global: MS Industrial-Organizational Psychology (3.7 GPA)

- Radford University: Bachelor of Science in Psychology

- Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Counseling: Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

- Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and

Success: Recognized for exceptional academic achievement

MEMBERSHIPS & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM): https://shrm.org/

- National Human Resources Association (NHRA): https://www.humanresources.org/

- Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP): https://www.siop.org/

- American Psychological Association (APA): https://www.apa.org/

- The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (NCCHR): https://www.civilandhumanrights.org/

- American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia (ACLU): https://www.acluga.org/

- Lambda Legal: https://lambdalegal.org/

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