Shrm John E. Howard

John E. Howard, M.S. SHRM-SCP has a diverse work experience spanning from 2002 to the present. Starting in 2002 at Port Resources, they worked as a Behavioral Change Specialist, assisting teens with behavioral and emotional disorders. John E. then moved on to Shalom House Inc in 2004, where they served as an Independent Living Skills Specialist, supporting adults with major mental illness. In 2008, they became an English Teacher at the International Cambridge Training Center, designing curriculum for various classes. In 2015, John started their own coaching business, Key Elements Coaching, providing consultation and tailored coaching to social sector and corporate leaders. In 2010, they joined Youth Villages and held multiple roles, including Bilingual Family Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, Program Staff Development Specialist, Human Capital Manager, and Director of Workforce & Culture. In their most recent role, John is currently the Human Resources Director at Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) since 2022. Throughout their career, they have consistently demonstrated a commitment to talent development, culture management, and strategic planning.

John E. Howard, M.S. SHRM-SCP, has a diverse educational background and a strong focus on professional development. John E. obtained their Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Southern Maine, where they studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature, General, at Skidmore College from 1996 to 2002.

In addition to their formal education, John has also acquired several certifications to enhance their skills and expertise. John E. is a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), a credential obtained from the Society for Human Resource Management in July 2020. Furthermore, they are a Board Certified Coach, having received this certification from the Center for Credentialing & Education in October 2015. To further complement their qualifications, they completed the course "Managing Employee Compensation" from Coursera in June 2017.

Although the specific months and years are not provided for some of their additional certifications, John has also completed courses such as "Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence," "Managing Employee Performance," "Preparing to Manage Human Resources," and "Recruiting, Hiring, and Onboarding Employees" from Coursera.

Overall, John E. Howard demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional development through their educational history and certifications.