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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
Lancaster, OH
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
Lancaster, OH
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, OH
12.2025

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

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