Joseph Kelly
Malvern,PA
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience, excelling in program development, management and community outreach. Proven track record of enhancing program efficacy in working with youth, young adults and families.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
PETER’S PLACE
07.2018 - 08.2026
- Oversee all operational elements of on-site and off-site grief support programs, to include: on-site groups, school-based groups, postvention response, community partnerships and support, professional development trainings to schools and mental health professionals
- Established and grew partnerships with school districts in Philadelphia and surrounding 5-county area, county Intermediate Units, and mental health organizations to expand program reach and support
- Developed data gathering and evaluative systems to measure program efficacy and inform strategic improvements
- Managed a program team of 2 full-time and 5 part-time staff
- Recruited, trained, and managed volunteer group of 30-35 annually, enhancing program capacity and community engagement
- Assist in development and implementation of organizational Strategic Plan
- Serve as ex-officio member of the Program Committee and Board of Directors
LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
CLUB LAMAISON/ACAC
09.2015 - Current
- Private practice, providing a combination of fitness training and talk therapy to teens and young adults with depression, anxiety, anger, and other adjustment, confidence, and motivational issues.
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
ARCADIA UNIVERSITY
01.2023 - Current
- Instructed graduate-level course on advanced counseling techniques, enhancing student understanding of grief and bereavement treatment.
LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
CABRINI UNIVERSITY
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Provided individual counseling to students facing psychological distress, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma history, eating concerns, and grief to promote mental wellness.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for students and faculty/staff on stress management and effective communication with distressed students to enhance support systems.
- Led pilot implementation of Botvin’s Life Skills curriculum in educational settings to equip students with essential coping skills and resilience.
- Maintain confidential record keeping utilizing Titanium Schedule.
SPORTS THERAPIST
C4 YOUTH PERFORMANCE
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Provide individual counseling to youth athletes regarding sports-related issues, such as: motivation, injury recovery, confidence, performance anxiety.
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY AND COLLEGE
08.2007 - 06.2017
- Provided crisis intervention for cadets experiencing mental health emergencies, ensuring immediate support and safety.
- Counsel cadets with psychological issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, oppositional defiant disorder, and adjustment difficulties.
- Collaborated with community organizations to facilitate campus-wide trainings on sexual harassment, bullying, and substance abuse, enhancing awareness and prevention efforts.
- Member of Bullying Committee and the Health and Wellness Committee
- Chair of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Committee
- Led Community Coalition meetings to strengthen partnerships among local organizations, driving community improvement initiatives.
- Secured local and state provided grant funding to support programming
- Awarded Order of Anthony Wayne in May 2013; the highest honor bestowed upon a member of the VFMAC community
OUTREACH COORDINATOR
PETER’S PLACE
05.2007 - 08.2008
- Managed outreach programs, emphasizing strategic development and targeted engagement with diverse populations, while evaluating program effectiveness.
- Developed and delivered professional development and educational programs addressing community needs in schools, hospitals, clinics, and detention centers.
- Facilitated support groups for grieving students in schools affected by the loss of a peer, providing emotional support and coping strategies.
Education
POST-GRADUATE -
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
05-2015
MASTER OF ARTS - CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY
05-2007
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY
08-2004
Skills
- Program management
- Program evaluation
- Strategic planning
- Community outreach
- Individual and group counseling
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association
- Pennsylvania Psychological Association
- National Alliance for Children’s Grief
- Association for Death Education and Counseling
Credentials
- MA
- LPC
Professional License Certifications
- Licensed Professional Counselor, Pennsylvania, PC008422
- Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist, Evergreen Certifications
- Trauma Certification Program, Bryn Mawr College
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Timeline
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
ARCADIA UNIVERSITY
01.2023 - Current
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
PETER’S PLACE
07.2018 - 08.2026
LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
CABRINI UNIVERSITY
11.2017 - 06.2018
LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
CLUB LAMAISON/ACAC
09.2015 - Current
SPORTS THERAPIST
C4 YOUTH PERFORMANCE
09.2015 - 09.2017
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY AND COLLEGE
08.2007 - 06.2017
OUTREACH COORDINATOR
PETER’S PLACE
05.2007 - 08.2008
POST-GRADUATE -
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
MASTER OF ARTS - CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY