Seasoned Writer
Resume:
Sasha Christensen
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EDUCATION
Liberty University – Lynchburg, VA Liberty University – Lynchburg, VA
Master of Arts in Human Services Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Graduated: 2010 Graduated: 2008
WORK HISTORY
Habitat for Humanity Corpus Christi, Inc. – Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director
07/2020 to Present
Provide executive leadership and manage all daily operational needs
Develop strategic plans using SMART framework to support organizational goals with board and committee chairs
Employ, supervise, and mentor staff; Carry out all Human Resources and training activities for the organization
Implement and oversee all organizational fundraising and events; Seek funding as needed in order to increase organizational growth and service capabilities to meet community needs
Manage and expand all marketing, community outreach, and social media needs for the organization
Serve as the grant writer and administrator for the organization overall (state, federal, & local funding sources)
Preserve and enhance organization infra-structure; maintain good rapport with community partners
Ensure policies and procedures are faithfully maintained by the board, committees, and staff
Serve as the public face and spokesperson for the organization
Provide effective leadership while carrying out the organizations mission, vision, goals and objectives
Develop and manage annual budget and specific project budgets in coordination with board treasurer
Ensure proper management of all financial activities of accounts payables, receivables, internal financial controls, financial reporting, and annual audits
Responsible for proper management of QuickBooks Pro desktop and online versions
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and SOP’s
Create and manage project timelines and budgetary goals
Ensure proper documentation retention; completion of state, federal, and local grant reporting; Ensure legal accountability is maintained
Develop volunteer, client, and donor management database systems (Salesforce, Charity Tracker)
Implement and carry out grant funded disaster response and recovery activities to address community needs (state, federal, & local funding)
Successfully grow infrastructure and the geographical service area (GSA)
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc. – Director of Disaster Response Services
05/2018 to 07/2020
Responsible for the day-to-day management and implementation of federal & non-federally funded disaster management programs including tracking, reporting, outreach, and staff supervision
Manage operating budgets for grants (5 million); Develop capital & fiscal year budgets (8+ million)
Provide effective leadership to teams engaged in assessing clients’ needs for social services, counseling, and community resources with an emphasis on ethics code
Implement and oversee all fundraising needs
Create ad-hoc data summary and statistical reporting
Serve as the grant writer and administrator for the organization (state, federal, & local funding sources)
Prepare and participate in the development of program services; interpret policies and procedures to determine impact on operations
Employ, supervise, and mentor staff; Carryout human resources and training activities for the organization
Serve as the grant administrator; Prepare narratives and statistical reports to communicate service trends
Develop special reference and training materials in order to meet staff training needs; trains staff in areas such as human behavior, group dynamics, crisis intervention referrals, family dynamics, problem associated with aging, and alcohol & drug abuse
Maintains situational awareness of emergency or potential emergency disaster situations and operational plans
Develop SOP’s, program specific policies, and operating procedures to meet compliance standards
Develop internal processes for efficient data retention and security (DART & Charity Tracker)
Serve as the public face and spokesperson for the organization
Implement program operating procedures for Housing Development (HUD) & Emergency Aid services
Develop & Implement CHOICE food pantry services
Benchmark Family Services – Regional Director
10/2015 to 05/2018
Implement and develop all programming and operational activities for the regional office startup
Responsible for staffing and leadership, including the administration of policies and procedures
Responsible for HR/personnel matters such as hiring, assigning duties, in-service training, supervision, evaluation of staff and terminations
Prepare annual budget and ensure control of expenditures
Establish a formal process for case reviews and information transfer between agencies and referral sources
Provide support services including but not limited to, advocacy on behalf of the client and family with social service agencies, courts, law enforcement, medical, educational, and other mental health professionals
Provide crisis intervention guidance and services as needed
Responsible for professional leadership and technical consultation to the Board and for periodic evaluations of the Agency’s performance in terms of licensing conditions
Conduct statistical analysis of current market trends, funding source data, clinical trends, length of stay, outcome monitoring, and key referral admission patterns
Ensure thorough and accurate home studies
Possess working knowledge of placement management system to provide oversight, training, and supervision
Recruit, train, and license prospective foster parents; Assist with all pre-certification and post-certification services; coordinate all child placements
Process referral packets, home studies, annual reviews/recertification, training logs, letter of concerns, and corrective action plans; Provide on-going assessments to ensure viability
Ensure the provision of therapeutic and support services to children with mental, emotional, behavioral, and/or physical needs
Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County - Competency Restoration Director
04/2014 to 10/2015
Provide legal and mental health assessments and competency restoration treatment services
Implement customized curriculums and manage program parameters
Provide assertive and complex rehabilitative treatment services to clients pending trial
Complete routine assessments to track progress trends; Develop and monitor treatment plans and goals
Provide individual and family counseling support
Coordinate and oversee all clinical services
Provide Crisis intervention and prevention services; facilitate psychiatric hospitalizations
Communicate regularly with probation officers, public defenders, prosecutors, Judges, law enforcement in regards to client’s progress with treatment
Complete ad-hoc reporting
Attend court hearings for competency restoration, discharge planning, and legal conflict resolution
Transition clients back into the community to help reduce recidivism
Coastal Plains MHMR – Program Supervisor II – Youth and Family Program
10/2011 to 04/2014
Provide professional leadership and program supervision of the youth services team
Communicate mental illness symptoms; provide medication guidance
Complete ad-hoc reporting to track progress trends
Develop and monitor Treatment plans
Schedule & faciliate psychiatric appointments; link clients to community resources
Provide Crisis intervention and prevention services; facilitate psychiatric hospitalizations
Provide ARD and Section 504 advocacy services to maximize treatment results
Provide youth mentoring, socialization skills, anger management skills, life skills, transitional skills, communication development skills, academic success skills (i.e. organization, tutoring, study skills)
Promote community youth programs
Complete intake & crisis screening assessments for mental health treatment services
Communicate with family members, probation/parole officers, and educators for progress updates
Attend court reviews pertaining to progress and participation with treatment plans
Behavioral Health Associates of Texas - Placement & Adoption Contractor
9/2009 to 02/2014
Interview potential caregivers for kinship placement as requested by TDFPS
Make ethical and professional recommendations for child placement
Evaluate behaviors and the home environment for possible safety issues/concerns
Verify references, relationship history, and necessary background checks
Research and compile Adoption Readiness reports and Home Study Assessments for TDFPS
Examine case files for relevant information
Work closely with TDFPS officials in order to assess case specific solutions
Evaluate foster care applicants & their home to provide a recommendation for the approval or denial of licensing
Liberty University – Graduate Program Student
08/2008 to 09/2009
Driscoll Children’s Hospital – Special Projects Manager (Engineering Dept.)
06/2004 to 08/2008
Facilitate professional correspondence with clients, vendors, and contractors; Delegate daily tasks
Prepare complex reports for managed care and non-profit organizations
Conduct departmental and management meetings; Contract Management
Write/design safety committee plans and reports for Joint Commission and HIPPA Regulations
Develop and implement strategic capital and operating budget plans
Maintain all documentation for the main Hospital and satellite clinics
Manage all aspects of day-to-day operations
Manage Facility and Building maintenance work order systems
Conduct educational training for new policies, procedures, and implemented programs
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING/SKILLS
• Executive Leadership • Program and Project development and management • HR Management • Proficient in Nonprofit QuickBooks Pro Desktop and Online versions • Proficient in AR/AP; Reconciliations; Budget forecasts and management; Trial Balances; P&L reporting; Quarterly and annual auditing; Statement of Activities; Financial Portfolio development • Level III CPR/First Aid Instructor • Trained in addiction(s) counseling • Rehabilitative Treatment Services • First Aid • CPR Certified • Crisis Prevention and Intervention certified • Situational Leadership skills • Member of the Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) and board member of the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) –Corpus Christi Chapter • Certified Qualified Mental Health Professional – Community Services (QMHP-CS) • Difficult Workplace Situations • Applied Institute for Disaster Excellence (AIDE) • Foundations of Disaster Case Management • Foundations of Disaster Case Management Supervision • National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD) • FEMA Disaster Assistance Program Management • Community Disaster Preparation
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