Christina L. Richardson

Christina L. Richardson

Gift Processing Administrator

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Executive Director | Combining strategy, management and data integration to increase mission impact.

  • Education

    • University of North Texas

      2011 - 2012
      Human Services Management and Leadership
    • University of North Texas at Dallas

      2013 - 2016
      Master of Science - MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling

      Activities and Societies: Texas Counseling Association

    • University of Houston

      1998 - 2001
      Human Development and Family Studies, General
    • The University of Texas at Arlington

      2002 - 2004
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Psychology
    • Walden University

      2020 - 2025
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD (in progress) Counselor Education and Supervision
  • Experience

    • Susan G. Komen

      Jul 2004 - Aug 2008
      Gift Processing Administrator
    • Avon Foundation for WOMEN

      Aug 2008 - Nov 2009
      Participant Representative
    • Boy Scouts of America

      Feb 2010 - Dec 2011
      Database/Executive Administrator
    • Heroes for Children

      Jan 2012 - Sept 2017
      Director of Program Services

      Prior Role: Program Manager (2013-2014)I created and implemented a plan to evaluate programming effectiveness, objectives, and declines regularly. I managed a program budget of approximately $1 million and ensured financial excellence in program operations across the state. I developed a strategy to engage corporations and increase program funding by $250K within two years. I established relationships with 16 pediatric hospitals in Texas, supporting over 300 pediatric cancer patients and their families. I partnered with social workers at these hospitals to meet the organization's mission and programmatic goals of serving families with a child battling cancer in Texas. Additionally, I was responsible for recruiting and managing 200+ auxiliary volunteers, 400+ event volunteers, and all corporate and community volunteers. Show less

    • Children's Health

      Sept 2017 - May 2018
      Project Coordinator

      I collaborated with the continuing medical education team to organize training sessions for various groups in the community and at Children's Health. I streamlined IT and audiovisual support for all continuing education sessions at Children's Health locations to enhance participant access to educational opportunities. Additionally, I closely collaborated with medical and nursing teams to identify crucial training needs and create new continuing education courses.

    • Trauma Support Services

      May 2018 - now

      Prior Roles: Victim Advocate (2018-2019), Program Coordinator (2019-2020), Director of Direct Services (2020-2022)As the director of the Direct Services and Trauma Care Institute departments, I oversee a team of 5 staff members and 20 contract volunteers. I am responsible for managing two federal grants, ensuring accurate reporting and information dissemination to the grant manager. My program is dedicated to providing ethical and comprehensive services to victims of crime, as well as educating consumers on their rights and the criminal justice system. I have developed efficient training systems resulting in a 30% increase in new training attendees. Additionally, I successfully executed the first Female Victims of Crime conference, attracting 200 attendees and $15k in sponsorships. I work to improve city-and-state-wide relationships and identify opportunities to collaborate and meet programmatic and fundraising goals. Recently, I deployed and managed a new CRM implementation for direct services. Show less

      • Executive Director

        Feb 2024 - now
      • Director Of Program Operations (TCI and Direct Services)

        May 2018 - Feb 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Alternative Dispute Resolution

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

      Maryland Board of Professional Counselors
      Dec 2023
    • Licensed Professional Counselor

      Texas Behavioral Health Executive Committee
      Jan 2021
    • LPC Intern

      Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
      Jul 2017
    • Trauma Therapy Certificate

      Trauma Support Services of North Texas
      Nov 2019
    • Coaching Your Team to Think and Act Strategically

      LinkedIn
      Jun 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Grow Yourself, Grow Your Leaders with Whitney Johnson

      LinkedIn
      May 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • National Certified Counselor (NCC)

      The National Board for Certified Counselors
      Jul 2017
    • Clincal Mental Health Counselor

      The National Board for Certified Counselors
      Aug 2025
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Community Volunteer

      Issued by American Red Cross
      American Red CrossAssociated with Christina L. Richardson
    • Board Member

      Issued by Texas Victim Services Association on Jun 2023
      Texas Victim Services AssociationAssociated with Christina L. Richardson
    • Licensed Professional Counselor – Intern (TX #77923)

      Issued by Door of Hope Counseling on Aug 2018
      Door of Hope CounselingAssociated with Christina L. Richardson
    • Masters Counseling Intern

      Issued by La Academia de Estrellas School on Jan 2016
      La Academia de Estrellas SchoolAssociated with Christina L. Richardson
    • Masters Counseling Intern

      Issued by SafeHaven of Tarrant County on Aug 2015
      SafeHaven of Tarrant CountyAssociated with Christina L. Richardson
    • Suicide Crisis Line Intern

      Issued by CONTACT Crisis Line on Sept 2012
      CONTACT Crisis LineAssociated with Christina L. Richardson