Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Crestwood Behavioral Health, excelling in facility management and regulatory compliance. Adept at team leadership and fostering professional growth, ensuring a safe and efficient environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Plant Operations
Crestwood Behavorial Health
08.2024 - Current
Lead daily operations and maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, ensuring a safe and compliant environment for staff and visitors.
Supervise, train, and schedule a team of maintenance and custodial staff; promote accountability, efficiency, and professional growth.
Manage departmental budget, vendor contracts, and capital projects; consistently deliver cost savings while maintaining operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire marshal, and licensing requirements; oversee regular safety inspections and implement corrective actions.
Direct emergency preparedness and response plans, including disaster recovery, fire safety, and utility outage protocols.
Coordinate and lead facility upgrades, construction, and preventative maintenance programs to extend equipment life cycles and minimize downtime.
Partner with executive leadership to align operational strategies with organizational goals, supporting long-term infrastructure and growth planning.
Reduced energy costs by 15% through HVAC optimization and preventative maintenance scheduling
Maintenance Assistant
Crestwood Behavior Health
07.2022 - 08.2024
Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
Conducted basic repairs to plumbing systems such as leaky faucets and clogged drains.
Used and operated various types of tools such as power saws, sanders, grinders, forklifts, and basic hand tools.
Performed regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems to support continuous operation.
Delivered comprehensive support to maintenance supervisor performing skilled repairs and kept continuous focus on safety and efficiency.
Lead Recovery Coach
Crestwdoo Behaviroal Health
01.2011 - 07.2022
Provide one-on-one and group support to clients using lived experience of recovery.
Model recovery principles, hope, and self-empowerment.
Assist with developing skills for independent living, coping, and socialization.
Encourage self-advocacy, goal setting, and participation in community life.
Serve as a role model and mentor for other recovery coaches and team members.
Provide guidance and coaching to staff in applying recovery-oriented approaches.
Participate in staff meetings, treatment team planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Support a culture of trauma-informed care, person-centered treatment, and peer support values.
Help resolve conflicts among staff or between staff and clients when needed.
Help with orientation and training of new recovery coaches or peer staff.
Monitor documentation, progress notes, and compliance with Crestwood policies.
Track and report on recovery outcomes, group participation, and engagement.
Advocate for clients’ needs and rights within the program and community.
Encourage inclusion of clients’ voices in decision-making at both individual and program level
Maintain current knowledge of recovery principles, peer support best practices, and Crestwood’s recovery model.