JULIE TRBOVICH

• Recruited to relaunch and modernize a dormant nonprofit travel and social program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities following a multiyear COVID closure.
• Led a comprehensive infrastructure rebuild—creating financial systems, databases, compliance policies, and technology tools to ensure accountability and efficiency across all operations.
• Implemented fiscal oversight, budget tracking, and reporting processes consistent with nonprofit and Medicaid-funded program expectations.
• Developed and executed a strategic vision focused on inclusion, fiscal sustainability, and service quality improvement.
• Secured $300,000+ in grant funding and sponsorships to strengthen program capacity and accessibility.
• Utilized data to monitor participation trends, assess community needs, and inform program investments.
• Designed and launched a new digital platform and marketing strategy to reintroduce Exceptional Adventures to the regional behavioral health community.
• Established performance indicators and reporting systems to guide board decisions and improve transparency.
• Recruited and supervised staff and volunteers, fostering a mission-driven culture emphasizing accountability and inclusion.

Oversaw advocacy and support services across multiple counties, ensuring compliance with Medicaid and county contract requirements.

• Directed a team of advocates, providing supervision, training, and performance management aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborated with DHS, county officials, and community partners to strengthen service coordination for individuals with disabilities and behavioral health needs.
• Created and implemented the Empowered Voices Self-Advocacy Leadership Group, empowering participants to engage in policy and systems reform discussions.
• Founded the Disability and Justice Community Collaboration Initiative (DJCCI), a 35-member coalition addressing prevention, diversion, victim services, and court engagement.
• Secured FISA Foundation funding to implement Defendants with Disabilities, a cross-system education and reform project.
• Served as project lead for implementing case management software to streamline data collection and outcome tracking

• Advanced statewide children’s behavioral health and family support initiatives through systems collaboration and training.
• Partnered with legislators, advocacy groups, and educational institutions to strengthen access to community-based mental health services.
• Delivered Mental Health First Aid training to 10 school districts, providers, and Port Authority Police recruits to promote early intervention services.
• Participated in Project LAUNCH, serving on multiple committees addressing early childhood behavioral health and family strengthening strategies.
• Developed and implemented the National Alliance on Mental Illness’ first Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference, securing funding and statewide recognition.
• Led advocacy campaigns, including a statewide legislative bus trip and policy training for executives and family advocates.

• Supported residents in a long-term behavioral health unit, implementing CBT-based interventions and individualized therapeutic strategies.
• Provided reports to juvenile justice and court systems; collaborated with interdisciplinary treatment teams.

• Developed and implemented IEPs for students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Collaborated with families, educators, and service providers to promote student success and transition planning.