Kathryn Peitz
Blairstown,IA
Summary
Motivated individual with an upcoming bachelor's degree in human services, seeking a position to apply knowledge and skills acquired through degree program and B.S. in addiction counseling. Goal-oriented and dedicated to working in a role that supports individuals or communities in need. Possesses strong understanding of human behavior, social systems, and intervention strategies gained during studies. Strives to gain practical experience to positively contribute to the well-being of others and establish a solid foundation for future career advancement in the field of human services.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recovery Support Professional
Area Subs
06.2024 - Current
- Promote a safe environment for clients by adhering to strict confidentiality policies and respecting individual privacy concerns at all times.
- Support clients in achieving personal goals by providing resources, guidance, and encouragement throughout their recovery journey.
- Foster positive group dynamics within peer-led support sessions, creating an inclusive atmosphere that encouraged active participation from all members.
- Develop therapeutic rapport with clients through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their experiences and perspectives.
- Provide crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring client safety and connecting them with appropriate resources for further support.
Stylist/Sales Associate/Bridal Team member
Oasis Salon and Spa
09.2015 - Current
- Perform all salon and spa services
- Maintain monthly sales goals for retail and service sales
- Build and maintain client relationships and strive for customer satisfaction.
Spa Party Coordinator/ Nail Specialist
Monarch Spa & Boutique
02.2014 - 08.2015
- Manicures/Pedicures, facial waxing, brow tinting
- Maintaining all salon licensure
- Tracking and recording all backbar and sales for filing quarterly sales taxes
- Scheduling and facilitating all private spa parties
- Inventory management
- Maintaining professional relationships with all product vendors.
Salon Owner/Stylist
The Studio
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Inventory management
- Financial accountability
- Responsible for all state and local income tax
- Maintain license for salon ownership and cosmetology
- Meet all education requirements for state law and practice
- Consistently market and develop client relationships, retention and customer satisfaction.
Stylist
Evans Enterprises
10.2009 - 12.2010
- Performed expanded responsibilities for full salon services, including hair design, retail sales and spa services.
Salon Manager/Stylist
Cost Cutters
01.2003 - 10.2009
- Monthly inventory management, including ordering quantities based on inventory level and monthly sales
- Create and develop aggressive sales goals
- Monitored and maintained a 5 star customer service program
- Resolved customer complaints to reach customer satisfaction
- Supervise and mentor team of stylists
- Conducted monthly performance reviews, rewards/recognition and disciplinary action
- Supervise and mentor all new hires through 8 week probationary period
- Monitor weekly performance for customer service and sales results
- Knowledge of standards and expectations, according to company rules and regulations
- Develop solutions and improvements to achieve maximum salon efficiency
- Communicate and support change, lead efforts for change and make challenging decisions
- Responsible for salon training program, including new hire training and ongoing training with existing staff.
Stylist
Cost Cutters
08.2000 - 01.2003
- Customer Satisfaction
- Maintain goal performance
- Followed all safety and state license requirements.
Education
Cosmetology -
CAPRI COLLEGE
Cedar Rapids, IAGeneral Liberal Arts -
KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Cedar Rapids, IABachelor of Science - Human Services
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN10.2026
Skills
- Front Desk
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Professional boundaries
- Empathy Development
- Self-Care Promotion
- Client Relationship Building
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Communication skills
- Mental health awareness
- Crisis Intervention
Certification
Cosmetology License
Personal Information
- Title: Stylist/Bridal Team member-Oasis Salon and Spa
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Recovery Support Professional
Area Subs
06.2024 - Current
Stylist/Sales Associate/Bridal Team member
Oasis Salon and Spa
09.2015 - Current
Spa Party Coordinator/ Nail Specialist
Monarch Spa & Boutique
02.2014 - 08.2015
Salon Owner/Stylist
The Studio
01.2011 - 08.2014
Stylist
Evans Enterprises
10.2009 - 12.2010
Salon Manager/Stylist
Cost Cutters
01.2003 - 10.2009
Stylist
Cost Cutters
08.2000 - 01.2003
Cosmetology -
CAPRI COLLEGE
General Liberal Arts -
KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Indiana Wesleyan University
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