CARI COST-CONNELL
LANCASTER,OH
Summary
Experienced in client advocacy, resource coordination, and case management. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to build trust and support clients effectively.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Intervention Caseworker
Job And Family Services
06.2025 - Current
- Manages on average 15-20 students identified to have attendance issues, as referred by attendance officers in Lancaster City school district and surrounding districts. Working with families for a typical period of 5-6 months.
- Helps students and families identify barriers to attendance by developing a case plan informed by providers, students and student families. Works with the courts and attends meetings for families who are court involved as needed.
- Conducts weekly, bi-weekly and monthly home visits with clients. Maintains contact with clients on a regular basis ensuring all barriers are being addressed and case plan is being implemented in home.
- Addresses barriers by focusing on coordinating efforts between school, home and community to provide a ‘wrap around’ service intervention for students and their families in an effort to improve attendance in school.
- Works with a variety of providers including attendance officers, school personnel, mental health professionals, students ranging K-12, family members, court staff, etc.
- Provides crisis intervention and support to clients in distress, promoting stability and resilience in challenging situations.
- Establishes trusting relationships with clients, fostering open communication and rapport building.
EVENT COORDINATOR
Party Plus Events LLC
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Planed and organized diverse events, ensuring smooth execution and high attendee satisfaction.
- Maintained vendor relationships to enhance service delivery quality.
- Engaged with clients to customize events, consistently exceeding expectations.
- Managed event setup and staff, resolving issues promptly during events.
- Coordinated delivery schedules, boosting client satisfaction and retention.
- Implemented a vendor management system that streamlined service delivery, resulting in measurable improvements in event quality and attendee satisfaction.
Recovery Support Worker
RiseUp Recovery
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed 25+ clients, providing essential resources and support for community reintegration and case management.
- Utilized therapeutic approaches to enhance recovery and sobriety for over 30 clients.
- Prepared clinical reports and service plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted individual and group sessions to assess client needs and collaborate with families to assist with family case plans.
- Monitored medication adherence and ensured clients met court mandated appointments.
- Fostered a nurturing environment for clients, empowering them through tailored support leading to noticeable improvements in their recovery journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ohio University
Athens, OH12.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Career And Technology Education Centers of Licking County
05.2016
Certification
- CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
- CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR ASSISTANT
Timeline
School Intervention Caseworker
Job And Family Services
06.2025 - Current
EVENT COORDINATOR
Party Plus Events LLC
01.2025 - 06.2025
Recovery Support Worker
RiseUp Recovery
04.2023 - 10.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Career And Technology Education Centers of Licking County
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ohio University
COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
- ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | FairfieldUP- Serving as a board member for over 2 years, Collaborates with local nonprofits to increase youth program access. Helps provide safe environment for youths experiencing instability and focuses on rehabilitating youths with legal issues
- ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | The Salvation Army- Led active committees enhancing community outreach. Coordinated 10+ events including local clean-up days, community outreach, and food pantry support