Christen C. Johnston

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Standards & Business Continuity Manager at Oklahoma State Department of Health

  • Education

    • Putnam city north high school

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    • University of central oklahoma

      2003 - 2008
      Bachelor of arts (b.a.) criminal justice and corrections

      Activities and Societies: Delta Zeta Epsilon Upsilon Chapter,Criminal Justice Club, University of Central Oklahoma Competitive Cheer Squad, University of Central Oklahoma Game Squad

  • Experience

    • Avalon correctional services

      May 2008 - Jan 2015

      Responsible for coordinating all department functions for a team of 5. Oversaw company employee training program. Developed interesting course plans to meet contract, accreditation and intellectual needs for all Company employees. Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase staff member understanding of course materials. Created databases and spreadsheets to improve training course management and reporting accuracy. Standardized department filing system to increase efficiency. Served as the single point of contact for offender management software development. Developed training courses and other forms of media to present software development progress to the executive team. Drafted action plans and led meetings with department executives to review project status and proposed changes. Show less Coordinated all department functions for team of 26 employees. Responsible for supervision and oversight of activities involving the Federal Bureau of Prison's contracts, Veterans Affair contract, Oklahoma Department of Corrections and Private Pay Programs to ensure operational, business and program goals or objectives of company/contracting agencies are accomplished within prescribed time frame. Responsible for the accountability of up to 300 adult offenders. Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency. Reduced and controlled expenses by improving resource allocation. Offered feedback to executive-level management on the effectiveness of strategies, selling programs and initiatives. Verified and logged in deadlines for responding to daily inquiries. Coordinated meetings with department managers and served as main supervisor between programs and operations. Referred offenders to appropriate community agencies to complete services in compliance with court orders. Coached and mentored staff members by offering constructive feedback and taking interest in their long-term career growth. Show less Successfully monitor and track training for 10 facilities in 3 states to include Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming. Developed and implemented company wide training program including curriculum. Responsible for evaluating facilities and programs to ensure they are administered and operated in compliance with applicable corporate policies, codes, contract terms, and accreditation standards, including standards set forth by the American Correctional Association. Designed and implemented company Intranet, by working directly with technology departments, executives and staff. Show less Supervised the provision of comprehensive case management and counseling services to clients. Responsible for supervision and oversight of activities involving the Federal Bureau of Prison's contracts, Veterans Affair contract, Oklahoma Access to Recovery contract, Community Sentencing contract and Private Pay Programs to ensure operational, business and program goals or objectives of company/contracting agencies are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Supervised program team operations. Increased meeting efficiency by developing meeting agendas. Responsible for maintaining compliance with standards as set forth by the American Correctional Association and all other licensing, certifying, or accrediting agencies. Increased daily revenue by rebuilding repore with contracting agencies. Show less

      • Director of Training and SecurManage Development

        Sept 2014 - Jan 2015
      • Assistant Administrator

        Oct 2013 - Sept 2014
      • Training and Compliance Administrator

        Apr 2009 - Oct 2013
      • Interim Program Coordinator

        Oct 2008 - Jul 2009
      • Special Projects Administrator

        May 2008 - Nov 2008
    • Oklahoma state department of health

      Sept 2015 - now
      • Standards and Business Continuity Manager

        May 2022 - now
      • Field Services Supervisor

        Apr 2019 - now
      • Health Facilities Consultant

        Sept 2015 - now
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • American red cross first aid cpr instructor

      American red cross
    • Certified corrections manager

      American correctional association
      Jan 2010