Sonia Joyner Ms, Phr

Sonia Joyner, MS, PHR, SHRM-CP has extensive work experience in the field of human resources. Sonia is currently working as the Human Resources Director at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center since September 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Human Resources Director at The Ridge Behavioral Health System from September 2017 to September 2021, where they collaborated with Universal Health Services (UHS). Before that, they worked as a Human Resources Generalist at Mid-America Conversion Services, LLC/Fluor, Atkins, Westinghouse from July 2015 to September 2017, operating the Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride (DUF6) Conversion Facilities for the U.S. Department of Energy. Sonia also held the position of Human Resources Director at Signature Healthcare from October 2010 to July 2015. Additionally, they worked as the Human Resources Manager at Lexington Humane Society from June 2008 to October 2010. Sonia's early career included roles such as Graduate Assistantship/Student Labor at EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY and BEREA COLLEGE from January 2004 to June 2008, and Sales/Service Representative at Wachovia Securities Financial Network from September 1999 to January 2004.

Sonia Joyner, MS, PHR, SHRM-CP completed their Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Berea College from 2004 to 2006. Following this, they pursued a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Eastern Kentucky University between 2006 and 2008.