Jo Venturelli
New York,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal, counseling and management skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Director of Business and Professional Development
Seafield Center
Westhampton Beach, NY
2008 - Current
- Established and maintained vital partnerships with service providers, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), clients, community members, and relevant stakeholders to boost referrals and improve service availability.
- Identified, evaluated, and recommended emerging trends and services in the treatment sector to enhance program services and drive improved outcomes.
- Coordinated over 20 professional events and three key conferences annually in partnership with renowned organizations including Music Cares, Laborers International Union of North America, and United Federation of Teachers.
- Established agency as accredited Provider for New York State Department of Education, offering Social Work and Licensed Mental Health Credits.
Internal EAP
Seafield Center
Westhampton Beach, NY
2011 - Current
- Provide assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees who have personal and/or work-related problems.
- Coordinate, develop, and co-create wellness events and training sessions that enhance employee well-being and provide skill development opportunities, all aimed at fostering both individual staff wellness and overall organizational health.
Executive Director
Seafield Services
Brooklyn, NY
2000 - 2008
- Led the establishment of a new outpatient treatment program, successfully managing the transfer of licenses, contracts, accounts, and personnel to the parent corporation after acquisition.
- Revitalized and expanded program offerings to include mental health services, domestic violence treatment, and sober living, resulting in a 150% increase in annual client visits.
- Drafted two proposals, establishing the program as a long-term vendor for a criminal justice agency. This resulted in a seven-year contract that significantly increased the program census and revenue.
- Managed the program's financial, clinical, and comprehensive development while overseeing administrative functions.
Director
St. John's Riverside Hospital
Yonkers, NY
1996 - 2000
- Managed the fiscal operations, program management, and development of a substance abuse program.
- Provided administrative direction and clinical oversight to a multidisciplinary team.
- Maintained program compliance according to all regulatory standards.
- As head of the Performance Improvement Committee, managed data operations and analytics for nine hospital programs resulting in an invitation to speak at the Joint Commission’s annual conference. Also honored with the 2000 Palisades Institute of Dominican College Quality Improvement Award.
Assistant Director
St. John's Riverside Hospital
Yonkers, NY
1994 - 1996
- Provided hands-on supervision and training to counseling personnel, responsible for strategizing, executing, and assessing clinical services.
- Formulated and implemented a comprehensive treatment track and streamlined admission procedure, resulting in a significant increase in clinic capacity.
- Maintained strict adherence to state program licensing mandates, as well as various other state and federal legal and regulatory standards.
Assistant Supervisor
South Brooklyn Medical Administrative Services
Brooklyn, NY
1992 - 1994
- Supervised a team of twenty counselors in an Opioid Treatment Program.
- Maintained clinical staff's adherence to state and federal regulations by meticulously reviewing charts and implementing quality assurance protocols.
- Served as the main liaison among clinic, regulatory bodies, and community networks
KEEP Program Coordinator
South Brooklyn Medical Administrative Services
Brooklyn, NY
1987 - 1992
- Managed a specialized program for post-incarceration opioid addiction treatment for newly released offenders from Rikers Island, ensuring continuity and enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Formulated comprehensive policies and procedures, advising on strategies to enhance the program.
- Increased client retention by 35% and implemented a database to streamline past client screening.
Education
Graduate Program Of Study - Alcoholism Counseling
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY01-1995
Master of Arts - Experimental Psychology
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY01-1986
Bachelor of Arts -
Pace University
New York, NY01-1986
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Resource Develpment
- Communication Skills
- Case Management
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Counseling and Assessment
Certification
- Substance Abuse Professional Qualification (SAP)
- Certified Arise Interventionist (CAI-I)
- Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
Accomplishments
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- Caron Foundation Community Leadership Award
- Caron Foundation Unsung Hero Award
Affiliations
2022-Present Vice-President NYC Employee Assistance Professional Association
2012-Present Board Member NYC Clinical Connection
Timeline
Director of Business and Professional Development
Seafield Center
2008 - Current
Internal EAP
Seafield Center
2011 - Current
Executive Director
Seafield Services
2000 - 2008
Director
St. John's Riverside Hospital
1996 - 2000
Assistant Director
St. John's Riverside Hospital
1994 - 1996
Assistant Supervisor
South Brooklyn Medical Administrative Services
1992 - 1994
KEEP Program Coordinator
South Brooklyn Medical Administrative Services
1987 - 1992
Graduate Program Of Study - Alcoholism Counseling
Long Island University
Master of Arts - Experimental Psychology
St. John's University
Bachelor of Arts -
Pace University
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