Sarah A. Smith
Director of Grants Management @Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Grants Management @Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare
Directs the full grant life cycle process, including solicitation, implementation, monitoring, compliance, evaluation, reporting and supporting special project initiatives. This position requires strong writing, data analysis, program budgeting, project management skills, with an emphasis on outcome measurement.Awards totaling over $10.4 million from SAMHSA, HRSA, Florida Blue Foundation, Community Foundation of Northeast Florida, Baptist Foundation, Kinschner Family Foundation, and The United Way of Northeast Florida.
EDUCATION
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sociology and Human Services
Florida State University
Master of Social Work - MSW, Social Work
University of Oklahoma
Master of Human Relations, Cultural Diversity, Program Development and Evaluation
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
Associate of Science (A.S.), Drug and Alcohol Counseling
ABOUT SARAH A. SMITH
Experienced leader with a high level of integrity, along with the ability to adapt to change, think critically and creatively, identify and mitigate risk, and serve the public with compassion, dignity, and humility. Skilled in behavioral health counseling including group, individual, and family therapy, crisis intervention, substance use disorders, SPMI adults and SED youth, trauma-informed resilience-oriented care, case management, grant writing, and evaluation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information to employees and community partners. Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, navigate challenges, and identify solutions to support employees in providing high-quality services to the community. Strong aptitude for working with diverse groups and a commitment to furthering equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging both internally and in the delivery of services to the community. Working knowledge of state and federal regulations, requirements, along with the ability to interpret and implement federal, state, and local legislation and policies related to the delivery of services. A high level of professionalism and a proven ability to successfully work both independently and as part of a collaborative team to achieve common goals that align with the strategic plan. Knowledge of contracting, budgeting, and grants finance management. A commitment to professional growth, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and the capacity to learn and evolve as a leader
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