Rebecca Thomas

REBECCA THOMAS MAPC, LPCC, NCC, PHR Kentucky, USA--● linkedin.com/in/rebeccabeckithomas EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A passionate and results-driven HR Professional with experience gained in developing and executing policies and procedures to align objectives of the organization to the People agenda. Fostering a positive work environment while improving employees’ performance to reach their furthest potential, collaboration and trust. Proactive business partner to senior leadership, highly skilled in communication, utilizing authenticity and relationships, trust and respect with a proven ability to drive workforce transformation. Possesses a thorough understanding of attracting, developing and retaining employees for the benefit of both the employees as individuals and the organization as a whole. Demonstrable track record of handling confidential and emotional issues, applying exceptional judgement and critical thinking as a coach and counsellor. Resourceful and adaptable with the ability to generate optimal results, a positive work ethic, discipline, energy and desire to continually build on success. CORE COMPETENCIES Possesses excellent strategy development to achieve objectives Exceptionally focused on balancing demands and resources aspirations Confident to take initiatives to plan and implement policies and procedures Excellent organizational, multitasking and time management skills Proven compilation of analytical data and report writing Strong budgetary control and forecasting Highly skilled in empowering, training and optimizing staff for succession Proven expertise in ensuring adherence to all statutory regulations CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS Hope Hill Youth Services Successfully undertook and implemented two major fundraisers, overseeing the marketing for these events, resulting in a 20% rise in funds than the previous year, increasing social media presence by showcasing creative activities and storytelling as well as being active within the community Successfully recruited experienced therapists and case managers Developed and implemented procedures to provide compliance with regulations which reduced citations from 25 to 2 at last inspection By addressing the high cost of phones, IT through exposing inefficiencies and double billing by the provider saved $3k per month as well as a credit of $4k on the account Developed a training program for all new staff/positions which resulted in an increase in staff retention from 60% to 80% EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Hope Hill Youth Service, Mt. Sterling, KY Oct 2016 to Feb 2020 Chief Operating Officer (May 2019 to Feb 2020) Key Responsibilities: Successfully oversaw a 40-person operation team for Therapeutic Foster Care, Independent Living, and Intensive in Home Programs Effectively controlled financial budgeting, variance analysis and reporting for three major programs in four offices Proficiently developed and utilized program performance metrics to achieve outcomes Assisted in event planning and fundraising activities that raised over 100K which enabled the organization to provide extra services to families Sought approval for HR plans/activities which included the selection of directors or other high-level staff, establishment or organization of major departments Monitored compliance to ensure all Federal and State Regulations were met and received only two citations at last audit Consistently recruited and hired suitable applicants for available positions Implemented corrective action plans to solve organizational or departmental problems Acted as liaison between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations in order to build community engagement and positive relationships Developed successful promotional campaigns which increased the number of new foster homes for the agency Wrote and implemented a grant to establish an Intensive in Home Program Director of Community Based Programs (Oct 2016 to May 2019) Key Responsibilities: Successfully oversaw 5-person operation team for TFC and Independent Living Program Effectively monitored, licensed, and conducted home studies for new foster parents and recertification for all foster homes Recruited new foster families ensuring safe and caring homes for foster children Developed and monitored program budgets to maximize resources Successfully grew TFC program by 160%, opening three new offices Monitored for compliance and risk management Pathways Inc., Mt. Sterling, KY Feb 2010 to Oct 2016 Therapist (Apr 2014 to Oct 2016) Key Responsibilities: Completed and maintained accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information Counselled clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making life changes Developed client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories Counselled family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients Case Manager (Feb 2010 to Apr 2014) Key Responsibilities: Intervened as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations Coordinated activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies Counselled family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients Successfully linked families to resources as needed EDUCATION 2021: University of The Cumberlands, Williamsburg, KY MBA Business Health Care Candidate 2014: University of The Cumberlands, Williamsburg, KY Master Clinical Counselling 2014: Morehead State University, Morehead, KY B.A. Social Work CERTIFICATIONS 2020: Professional Human Resources Certificate (HCR) TRAINING Motivational Interviewing; CBT; Reality Therapy; Child Development; Various leadership and marketing courses