JACEY R. SURBROOK
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
With a proven track record at PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley, I excel in connecting students with critical career development programs and have significantly enhanced employability through person-centered counseling and effective communication. Specializing in community outreach and supported employment, my approach transforms lives by fostering independence and self-advocacy in youth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Workforce Liaison
PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley
09.2024 - Current
- Outreach to students who attend freedom high school about in-school and out-of-school programs
- Help students with resume writing, job searching, creating CareerLink accounts
- Teaching employability workshops in classrooms
- Intake process to determine eligibility
- Complete registrations to enroll students in program
- Assist with tours, job shadowing, and guest speakers about different careers
Workforce Intake & Career Counselor-High Schools
PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Outreach to students about In-School and Out- of- School Programs
- Pre-screens with students to determine eligibility
- Registrations to enroll students in programs
- Proctor CASAS assessment for individuals seeking to be eligible for programs and or placed in training program
Independent Living Specialist
Abilities in Motion
06.2014 - 03.2023
- Met with individuals to support them by going over self-advocacy, independent living, and employment skills
- Informed individuals of services and programs that could be available to them
- Gathered I&Rs that worked with during each month
Program Monitor
Pottsville Conewago
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Oversaw individuals daily schedule during treatment in program
- Dispensed medications to individuals
Youth Transition Coordinator
Abilities in Motion
- Taught independent living, self-advocacy, and employment skills to youths in high school classrooms
- Assisted with running two programs called Teens Taking Flight (TTF) and Students Transitioning To Achieve Realistic Success (STARS)
- Contacted individuals and their parents on caseload
- Team member of the agency’s safety committee
Children and Youth Services Coordinator
Abilities in Motion
- Same duties as Youth Transition Coordinator
Peer Counselor
- Worked with individuals by sharing experiences living with a disability
- Gave information about resources and or services that could assist person in independent living
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - HUMAN SERVICES
READING AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (RACC)
06.2005
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HAMBURG AREA HIGH SCHOOL
06.2002
Skills
- Person-Centered Counseling
- Supported Employment
- Listening
- Effective Communication
- Workplace Ethics
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
Activities
Volunteered at Easter Seals Camp Lily, 06/01/04 to 08/31/04, Assisted campers with various activities during the program.
Timeline
Youth Workforce Liaison
PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley
09.2024 - Current
Workforce Intake & Career Counselor-High Schools
PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley
05.2023 - 09.2024
Independent Living Specialist
Abilities in Motion
06.2014 - 03.2023
Program Monitor
Pottsville Conewago
05.2013 - 05.2014
Youth Transition Coordinator
Abilities in Motion
Children and Youth Services Coordinator
Abilities in Motion
Peer Counselor
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - HUMAN SERVICES
READING AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (RACC)
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HAMBURG AREA HIGH SCHOOL