Latrice Sampson Richards
Director of Health Initiatives @United Way Broward
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Health Initiatives @United Way Broward
Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
Compliance & Performance Monitoring: Oversee provider compliance with all federal, state, and organizational guidelines, conducting on-site assessments, compliance verification, and risk assessments. Develop comprehensive monitoring reports and maintain detailed documentation to support transparent oversight of behavioral health contracts.Strategic Initiative Management: Lead the execution of the Broward Suicide Prevention Coalition’s strategic plan, driving community-based suicide prevention and wellness programs, and fostering partnership with local organizations, schools, clinics, and veteran services to address community behavioral health needs.Financial Oversight & Reporting: Manage budgets, contract development, and performance-based prevention billing for behavioral health providers. Regularly review funding utilization, provider invoices, and complete monthly reports on grant-funded programs to ensure alignment with fiscal and service delivery standards.Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the coalition at behavioral health forums and public events, creating connections with local, state, and federal stakeholders to amplify outreach efforts. Coordinate public awareness campaigns, present at community meetings, and foster collaboration between community leaders to strengthen support for mental health.Leadership in Data & Impact Reporting: Act as the coalition\'s lead resource on suicide prevention, synthesizing data to inform strategy, track outcomes, and develop the annual impact report. Ensure that all initiatives are aligned with UWBC\'s community impact goals.
EDUCATION
Nova Southeastern University- College of Psychology
Non-Degree Seeking
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Louisiana State University in Shreveport
Master of Science (MS)
ABOUT LATRICE SAMPSON RICHARDS
Latrice Sampson Richards, LMHC, LPC, is the Director of Health Initiatives at United Way of Broward County, where she oversees health and primary prevention services for the community and leads the implementation of the Broward Suicide Prevention Coalition’s Strategic Plan. With 14 years of experience as a dual-licensed mental health counselor, Latrice is also an award-winning podcast producer, host, and speaker. Her clinical expertise and creative work are deeply rooted in uplifting marginalized communities, with a particular focus on amplifying the voices of women. As the founder of Pod Melanin, she partners with nonprofits and community leaders to drive meaningful change and foster resilience. Latrice’s innovative approach blends storytelling with mental health advocacy, creating spaces where healing, empowerment, and authenticity thrive. She remains committed to breaking barriers, challenging stigma, and inspiring transformative growth in the lives of others.
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