Stephen Seward
Pittsfield
Summary
Skilled Healthcare Administrator with expertise in budget management, staff supervision, and strategic planning to drive operational success. Seasoned Department Head possessing comprehensive experience in strategic planning, team management, and operational oversight. Strengths include adeptness in process optimization, budget administration, and policy implementation to drive business efficiency. In previous roles, significant improvement in departmental productivity and cost reduction was achieved through innovative leadership strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Department Head
Athena Healthcare Systems
Pittsfield
10.2024 - Current
- Set and managed departmental budgets, controlling expenses to meet financial goals.
- Developed treatment plans based on evidence-based practices and current research findings.
- Developed aftercare plans for clients transitioning out of treatment programs.
Director
Bayada Home Health Care
Pittsfield
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Exceeded budget revenue expectations by over 30% quarterly, and over 110% year over year
- Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
- Identified potential new customers through research of industry trends and competitive analysis.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as finance, operations, legal, and marketing to identify new opportunities for growth.
Lead Counselor
Vertava Health
Pittsfield
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Led a dynamic team of substance abuse counselors provided recovery services to clients in a residential setting
- Created evidence based curriculum used by counselors while maintaining group coverage daily
Deputy Sheriff
Berkshire Sheriff's Office
Pittsfield
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Corrections officer in medium security Jail and House of Correction
- Wore numerous hats including: CERT team member, central control officer, front lobby and visit officer, POD officer
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Westfield State University
Westfield, MASkills
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Financial management
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Effective communication
- Budget management
- Financial analysis
- Negotiation skills
Timeline
Substance Abuse Department Head
Athena Healthcare Systems
10.2024 - Current
Director
Bayada Home Health Care
04.2021 - 06.2024
Lead Counselor
Vertava Health
10.2018 - 10.2020
Deputy Sheriff
Berkshire Sheriff's Office
01.2000 - 01.2008
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Westfield State University
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