Kery Cerne
About Kery Cerne
Kery Cerne serves as the Program Director at the YMCA of South Florida, where he has worked since 2012. He manages multiple programs, oversees staff training, and develops evaluation frameworks to enhance program effectiveness.
Work at YMCA of South Florida
Kery Cerne has served as Program Director at the YMCA of South Florida since 2012. In this role, Kery oversees and manages multiple afterschool, spring, and summer programs, ensuring they align with the organization's mission and goals. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, and managing childcare staff. Kery also develops a program evaluation framework to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement. This position involves maintaining community partnerships to enhance program delivery and effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Mental Health and Behavioral Services
Before joining the YMCA, Kery Cerne worked as a Mental Health Case Manager at Fellowship House from 2010 to 2012 in South Miami, Florida. This role involved providing support and management for individuals facing mental health challenges. Additionally, Kery served as a Behavior Specialist at Tampa Crossroads Inc for one year, from 2009 to 2010 in Tampa, Florida. These positions contributed to Kery's expertise in program management and social services.
Education and Expertise
Kery Cerne holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Florida International University. Kery furthered education by studying Counseling at Nova Southeastern University, where a Master's degree was achieved from 2011 to 2016. This educational background supports Kery's expertise in program management, behavioral psychology, social services, and case management, which are essential for the role at the YMCA.
Program Management and Development Skills
Kery Cerne has extensive experience in program management, demonstrated through the planning and delivery of various programs and activities. Kery is responsible for implementing long-term goals and objectives to ensure successful program outcomes. The development of new initiatives is a key focus, supporting the strategic direction of the organization. Kery's skills in program evaluation further enhance the effectiveness of the programs managed.