HR strategist focused on strengthening team cohesion, cultivating a sense of belonging, and ensuring transparent operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Comprehensive Autism Partnership (CAP)
Alexandria
05.2024 - 09.2025
Led HR strategy across multiple behavioral health sites to align talent practices with CAP’s mission.
Oversaw full-cycle onboarding and orientation, crafting messaging that fosters inclusion and early engagement.
Managed HR operations, including policy development, compliance communications, and attendance tracking.
Championed culture-building initiatives through staff recognition and mentorship programs promoting growth.
Collaborated with leadership to optimize scheduling, reporting, and HRIS platforms for operational excellence.
Supported managers in performance conversations and team leadership, reinforcing CAP’s core values.
Drove continuous improvement in staff development and retention through strategic communication practices.
Human Resources Manager
RUI
Alexandria
01.2023 - 04.2024
Directed full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for leadership and associate roles across two senior living communities.
Delivered orientation and coordinated shadowing schedules for new hires.
Fostered positive workplace for 125+ associates through policy enforcement and retention initiatives.
Led internal investigations, managed disciplinary actions, and resolved inquiries regarding compensation, benefits, and leave.
Promoted engagement in benefits programs including health, EAP, tuition, retirement, and incentives.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA, EEOC, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and state regulations while collaborating on resident rights.
Tracked HR metrics such as training completion rates and staffing projections.
Presented quarterly KPIs to reduce turnover while managing performance reviews and workers’ compensation claims.
HR & Operations Manager
Comfort Kare
Woodbridge
01.2017 - 01.2019
Company Overview: ABA Behavioral Health
Led full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for clinical and administrative roles; coordinated job fairs and community outreach to strengthen talent pipelines.
Managed client intake and service scheduling; maintained credentialing profiles aligned with payer requirements for Medicaid, commercial insurance, and Tricare.
Negotiated employment offers and drafted contracts for W-2 and 1099 staff.
Supported Medicaid waiver enrollment and family needs screening for behavioral health services.
Promoted a collaborative, inclusive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment laws and internal policies.