Iona is a very dedicated and committed Christian who places much emphases on godly living. A dependable Mother, Teacher and Counselor who possesses a strong background in effective problem solving and always provides a safe nurturing environment for the people she works with. She is gifted in maintaining proper balance between the secular and spiritual involvement. She leads and Supervises teams by providing regular individual coaching and supervision, as well as team meeting facilitation and leadership. Developing and implementing plans to meet program staffing needs including, but not limited to ensuring recruitment, hiring, orientation and professional development of qualified staff. Developing and implementing plans to meet the program’s provider contracting needs including recruitment, contracting, and monitoring of licensed providers. Ensure adequate orientation of program staff, volunteers and family child care.
EDUCATION:
Iona attended Lehman College, Bronx, New York: where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
M.A. Cornerstone University Lake Charles LA. Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor. National Christian Counseling Association. Sarasota Fl.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Iona has been involved in the work force for many years Court assistant Yonkers City Court Certified medical Assistant New York State Social Service Technician Program Director Atlanta GA Director/Human Service Provider Atlanta GA