Jessica Geffen
Aldan,Pa.
Summary
Librarian exhibiting superb communication and interpersonal skills. Dedicated to fostering welcoming and inviting library atmosphere.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
School Librarian
William Penn School District
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student research skills by implementing innovative information literacy programs and workshops.
- Increased library usage by developing engaging reading programs and promoting library resources to students, teachers, and staff.
- Streamlined the library collection by conducting regular inventory checks and updating materials for relevance and currency.
- Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum-aligned research projects, fostering critical thinking among students.
- Improved student access to resources by maintaining an organized, user-friendly library space with clear signage and well-planned shelving arrangements.
- Boosted reading interest among students by creating themed book displays featuring diverse genres, authors, and topics.
- Assisted in budget management by carefully selecting new materials based on educational value, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with school goals.
- Promoted digital literacy through training sessions on navigating online databases, e-books, and other web-based resources.
Program Manager
The Darby Mission of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania
09.2017 - Current
- Envision, plan, and co-manage programs of The Darby Mission
- Recruit participants as needed
- Present the work of the Mission in various settings.
Program Director
Episcopal Community Services-Delaware County
10.2015 - Current
- Manage an after-school program with 150 elementary school students
- Formulate and implement rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining a well-disciplined learning environment
- Coordinate with other community partners as needed: The Darby Free Library, Darby Borough Council, William Penn School District, The Darby Mission and others as needed
- Ensure correct implementation of Social Emotional Learning curriculum
- Coordinate and communicate with school personnel to meet individual needs of students within the inclusive special education program
- Plan and approve curriculum throughout the school year and summer camp 150 children (K-6th)
- Manage a 6-week summer camp for this program with 120 students and 15 staff
- Create monthly newsletters for parents, community members, and staff
- Organize and execute Parent Nights, Culminating Events, and Community Outreach.
Case Manager
Friends Rehabilitation Program
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted homeless population due to HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, mental illness, special needs, senior citizens, youth (LGBT)in locating transitional/rapid rehousing
- Employment counseling, Financial literacy, Individualized service plan
- Collaborated with other community organizations within Philadelphia and Delaware County.
Family Service Specialist
Division of Youth and Family Services
04.2007 - 06.2012
- Refer families to state and community agencies
- Provided the following services: Crisis Management/Case Management, Foster and residential Care, Adolescent Services, Domestic Violence Service, Substance Abuse Treatment, Adoption and Legal Kinship Legal Guardianship, Family Support Service
- Worked with local agencies to assist in location and applying for subsidized housing
- Information and Referral to Other State and Community Agencies
- Safety, permanency, and well-being of children
- Refer families to state and community agencies
- Crisis Management
- Case Management
- Assisted in location and applying for subsidized housing
- Family Support Services such as Parenting skills, Counseling, Child Care, and Other Therapeutic Services
- Domestic Violence Services
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Information and Referral to Other State and Community Agencies
- Foster and residential Care
- Adolescent Services
- Adoption and Legal Kinship Legal Guardianship.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Pomona, NJ12.2006
Associates Degree -
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ12.2003
Skills
- Program Planning
- Website Maintenance
- Collection development
- Disaster preparedness
- Library Instruction
- Youth Services
Software Computer Skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- Technology and Tools for Remote Learning
Certifications Training
- Child Welfare
- Crisis Management
- Abuse and Neglect
- Behavioral Assistance
- Daniels Law
- Family Dynamics
- Life Skills
- HIV/AIDS
Timeline
School Librarian
William Penn School District
09.2022 - Current
Program Manager
The Darby Mission of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania
09.2017 - Current
Program Director
Episcopal Community Services-Delaware County
10.2015 - Current
Case Manager
Friends Rehabilitation Program
09.2014 - 01.2015
Family Service Specialist
Division of Youth and Family Services
04.2007 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Associates Degree -
Brookdale Community College
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