Mental Health General Manager
Resume:
David A Rodgers
Elizabeth City, NC
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Professional Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with 7 years of hands-on experience mentoring autistic clients. Skilled in advocacy, daily living guidance, and family communication support. Seeking a remote position in the mental health field to continue empowering and representing individuals on the autism spectrum. Passionate about providing personalized mentorship that fosters independence, confidence, and personal growth.
Skills
Mentoring autistic clients (teens and adults)
Daily living guidance and social interaction coaching
Family communication support and advocacy
Phone-based client mentoring and crisis support
Remote collaboration and case management
Crisis management and problem-solving
Patience, empathy, and active listening
Team collaboration with families and care teams
Professional Experience
Caregiver / Mentor
ResCare HomeCare / AllWays Caring, Elizabeth City, NC
2017 – 2024
Provided one-on-one mentorship and support for autistic clients, primarily teenagers, with a focus on daily living skills, communication, and social interaction.
Guided clients through expected and unexpected daily challenges, fostering personal development and independence.
Maintained open communication with families to ensure consistent, individualized support.
Delivered high-quality phone-based guidance to assist clients remotely when necessary.
Adapted to company transition while maintaining excellent client relationships.
Additional Professional Experience
General Manager
Hall Honda Automotive Group
2004 – 2017
Supervised all operations across sales, service, and parts departments, managing department heads and overseeing staffing, budgeting, and dealership performance.
Successfully led multiple multi-million-dollar Honda dealerships to exceed revenue and customer service goals.
Administered all administrative functions, ensuring profitability and operational excellence.
Owner / Operator
Independent Used Car Dealership
Prior to 2004
Founded, managed, and grew a profitable used car dealership.
Oversaw all aspects of operations including sales, marketing, customer relations, and finance.
Sold the business for profit following an offer to join Hall Honda as General Manager.
Education
University of South Carolina — Columbia, SC
Major: Business Administration/Management, Minor: Accounting
Attended 1980–1984; Dean’s List Honors
Southside High School — Greenville, SC
High School Diploma, 1975
Military Service
United States Marine Corps
1975–1980
Honorably served for four years.
Developed leadership, teamwork, and discipline.
References
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