Cari Prezioso
Hermitage,Pennsylvania
Summary
I am a caring caseworker who is well educated in trauma and the effects it has on family. I am hard working and seeking a entry level opportunity where i am able to expand my skills while facilitating company growth. I have adopted seven children and feel humor and kindness can go along way. I am organized and able to work well on a team or on my own. I am driven and able to learn new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Children's Aid Society of Mercer County
Mercer, PA
10.2023 - Current
- I am currently responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the main building, the small house and the daycare for Children's Aid Society of Mercer County.
- Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper and paper towels in restrooms.
- Keep storage areas organized and free of clutter by disposing of unused items appropriately.
- Maintain cleaning equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
- Polish windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Inspect all areas after completion of work to ensure that they were cleaned properly.
- Dust furniture, machines or equipment.
- Keep business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Service, clean and restock restrooms.
- Dust furniture, pictures, window sills and other surfaces.
- Mop and sweep the floors and offices.
Caseworker
Children's Aid Society Of Mercer County
Mercer, PA
02.2020 - 10.2023
- I worked with families who have adopted children through the foster care system in Pennsylvania. I also worked with families who were granted court order custody of a child under the age of 21. I was responsible for finding resources in the community and support the family during difficult times. I would find respite opportunities that promoted bonding and connection for the family. My coworker and I would host a monthly support group that provided a family style dinner and childcare so that the parents would have a safe child free environment to vent or decompress. We would bring in outside agencies that would provide training and support.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Maintained updated progress notes and case record and documented children's progress in recreational activities, treatment plans and education.
- Responded promptly to phone calls from clients or referral sources seeking assistance or information about available resources.
- Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
- Composed or prepared correspondence, case notes and narratives with computer-based applications.
- Encouraged and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
Preschool Teacher
Creative Learning Christian School
Mercer, PA
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Observed children to record development.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
Assistant Sales Manager
Payless Shoe source
Grove City, PA
08.2004 - 05.2016
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Implemented new procedures or systems to improve efficiency within the organization.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon skill level and to achieve organizational goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Registrar
Sharon Regional Medical Center
Sharon, PA
08.2002 - 08.2010
- I worked in the emergency room as a registration clerk. I completed the check in for patients that needed to be seen in the emergency room, and helped in the admissions department. I working in registration I then switched to switchboard. I took incoming phone calls, called codes, and paged doctors for after hours emergency's. I later transferred to the Sharon Regional Out Patient diagnostic and imaging center in Hermitage. I worked in the CT and MRI department as an Aide. I also filled in for registration when I was needed.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Pushed computer cart to register patients at bedside and obtain account information.
- Reviewed documentation prior to entry into the system for accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hickory High School
Hermitage, PA06.2000
Skills
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Vacuuming and Sweeping
- Restroom Servicing
- Highly Effective Communication
- Records Management
- Client Interaction
- Regulatory Compliance
- Issue Identification and Resolution
- Conflict Mediation
- Client Engagement
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Patient Support
- Experience With At-Risk Youth
- Client Advocacy
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Active Listening
- Clerical Support
- Organization and Time Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Children's Aid Society of Mercer County
10.2023 - Current
Caseworker
Children's Aid Society Of Mercer County
02.2020 - 10.2023
Preschool Teacher
Creative Learning Christian School
06.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Sales Manager
Payless Shoe source
08.2004 - 05.2016
Registrar
Sharon Regional Medical Center
08.2002 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Hickory High School
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