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PROFILE
Working in support of a nonprofit organization with a passion to provide services to men and women who struggle with addiction. The primary purpose is to collaborate with coworkers and the community to deliver the resources necessary to equip individuals and families with sustainable pathways to stability, productivity and general well-being. Using solution-focused, best practice efforts to connect people in need with people who are willing and able to provide tangible support, mentoring and encouragement.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive experience working with adults, teenagers and families on their journey through the various stages of life, including employment, school and family development. Counseling, coaching, teaching, coordinating community outreach events and establishing the foundations for cognitive and emotional growth using existing assets and available resources. Coordinated with appropriate community resources, including DHS, mental health providers, primary care physicians, juvenile/adult justice personnel, public and private organizations. Motivated by results and sense of urgency to advocate for individuals and families as they navigate social expectations.
Professional in the commercial/investment real estate industry for 25 years, with extensive experience facilitating complex negotiations and bringing numerous other professionals together to reach a mutual goal. 2009 and 2010 top-performer. Strong leadership and organizational skills with ability to effectively interact with diverse people groups and individuals using a detailed understanding of human relations, economics, business development and government agencies.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AfterCare Director, Union Gospel Mission, Portland, Oregon 2015-present
Developed a clear and consistent AfterCare process for connecting residents with appropriate housing, living wage employment, educational opportunities and a supportive faith community. Implemented an on-site professional mental health counseling program, a Passage House for graduates and a more sustainable pathway for residents to follow as they navigate new ways of living. Emphasis on strengthening and creating community partnerships with churches and other stakeholders in support of the greater purposes of Union Gospel Mission, Portland.
Senior Broker, Doug Bean & Associates, Inc. Portland, Oregon 1992 - 2015
Facilitator of transactions with primary focus on bringing together people with various objectives and backgrounds to accomplish a mutually beneficial conclusion. Strong leadership skills and ability to effectively communicate with attorneys, consultants, accountants, governmental agencies, financial institutions and the business community.
Youth and Family Pastor, Sunset Church, Portland, Oregon 1996 - 2014
Worked with diverse group of children, youth and adults to help them develop solid spiritual and emotional foundations for being healthy family members in their respective communities. Facilitated numerous mission trips to Mexico and other populations to help support people in need of resources and compassion.
Regional
Director, Home for Good Program, Oregon
Department of Corrections 2004
- 2007
Coordinated re-entry efforts for releasing inmates. Worked closely with correction officials and the faith community to establish a network of reliable resources for inmates being released into their communities.
Counseling Intern 2010-2012
Tom McCall Upper Elementary School, Forest Grove, Oregon
Hillsboro High School, Hillsboro, Oregon
Cedar Park Middle School, Beaverton, Oregon
Forest Grove High School, Forest Grove, Oregon
Provided support to the counseling and administrative staff in delivering comprehensive
systems-based services to students and families. Programs included peer mediation, teacher
collaboration, facilitating skills groups and implementing a variety of PBIS interventions.
Helped students complete academic forecasting, graduation requirements for International
Baccalaureate program, scholarship application and credit recovery efforts, including PLATO
and Miller Education
Counselor/Therapist, Western Psychological & Counseling Services, P.C. 2007 - 2009
Worked with children, adolescents and families on a variety of issues, including educational, social and familial conflicts. Coordinated efforts with primary care physicians, educators and other support systems.
Student Intern, Washington County Juvenile Department 2004 - 2005
Harkins House and Miller Education Center
Worked with adolescents and families on a variety of personal issues including academic
requirements, family conflict, addictions, anger management, spiritual concerns, community
re-entry and social development.
Director, Lakota Dreams, Inc. 2006-2015
Lakota Dreams is a small, non-profit organization established as an outreach to the Native
American people of the White Swan Indian Reservation, Yakima, Washington. In partnership
with local churches and Pacific NW Outreach, Inc. to bring essentials to the children and
families and provide food and gifts during seasonal events and holidays.
EDUCATION
M.B.A., University of Portland, Portland, Oregon
School Counselor Licensure Program, Lewis & Clark College
M.A., Counseling, Western Seminary, Portland, Oregon; meets educational requirements for licensure by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors
B.F.A., Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, Washington.
Certified Prepare and Enrich, Pre-Marriage Counselor
C.P.M., (Certified Property Manager; designation held by less than 5% of all licensees)
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AfterCare Director, Union Gospel Mission, Portland
Foster Parent, Oregon Department of Human Services
Volunteer with Oregon Department of Corrections
On-going support of Northwest Outreaches, Inc., serving the people of Tijuana, Mexico