Recently, it was announced that WestCare has established an Organizational and Leadership Development Department, spearheaded by Rashieda Shabazz, formerly the Vice President of Human Resources and now the newly-appointed Vice President of Organizational and Leadership Development.
With over 25 years of experience in Human Services and Human Resources, Rashieda is passionate about the potential and development of people. Her deep commitment to organizational growth aims to enhance leadership potential and drive organizational success through creative and innovative training and development programs.
In June, Rashieda launched the first of her leadership sessions for the WestCare Nevada leadership staff, which included Vice President, Leo Magrdichian as well as the state’s directors and program managers. The Nevada team invested more than 12 hours in sessions covering topics such as Leadership Competencies and Application Assessment, Leadership 101, Effective Communication, and Performance Management.
“This isn’t a one-time event,” remarked Rashieda. “This will be a process of continuous and customized knowledge development and growth for all WestCare entities.”
Rashieda is working diligently to create an engaging environment which emphasizes application and not just the general knowledge of concepts learned. This in-depth organizational and leadership development focus is the first of its kind for WestCare.
“It was truly a pleasure to participate in this leadership training,” said WestCare Nevada’s Vice President, Leo. “Spending time building relationships while focusing on our development as leaders has significantly increased our trust in each other as a team. It has also enhanced my ability to support them more effectively by understanding their leadership styles, values, and overall strengths. This training has the potential to impact our entire workplace culture.”
Next, Rashieda will be focusing on working with the Appalachia Region’s leaders at WestCare Georgia and subsequently expanding her efforts throughout WestCare.
