Krista Medico
116 Blueberry Drive, Duryea,PA
Summary
Educator with extensive experience in lesson planning and student engagement, successfully enhancing community outreach and interfaith ministry initiatives. Proficient in counseling techniques and volunteer coordination, contributing to spiritual growth for individuals facing challenges.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Chaplain
Corpus Christi Parish
West Pittston, PA
01.2023 - Current
- Address emotional, religious, and spiritual needs during hospitalization.
- Collaborated with Monsignor John Sempa for spiritual guidance.
- Provided immediate spiritual support during emergencies.
- Counseled patients with life-threatening illnesses to assist families with impending loss.
Director of Corporate Relations
Action Lift, Inc.
Pittston, PA
04.2022 - Current
- Founded and presided over The United Community Volunteers, a non-profit under Action Lift, Inc.
- Organized fundraising events to address community needs, including bingos, raffles, dinners, and dances.
- Cultivated strong donor relationships through personalized communication and effective stewardship.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to enhance collaborative fundraising efforts.
Religious Education Teacher
Corpus Christi Parish
West Pittston, PA
09.2019 - Current
- Prepare eighth graders for Confirmation.
- Develop lesson plans to teach religious concepts and values.
- Create a safe environment, encouraging open discussions about faith.
- Build relationships with parents, updating them on child progress and involvement.
- Organize extracurricular activities that enhance community engagement and faith growth.
- Mentor new teachers.
Customer Service Sales Representative/Human Resources Coordinator
Action Lift Inc.
Pittston, PA
01.2015 - 04.2022
- Established a robust network by pursuing leads and cultivating customer relationships.
- Evaluated customer requirements to showcase offerings and propose tailored solutions.
- Conducted follow-ups post-sale to assess satisfaction and address concerns.
- Recommended maintenance programs and equipment aligned with specific customer needs.
- Generated new business through strategic referrals from satisfied clients.
Private Caterer
Self-Employed
09.2012 - 01.2021
- Planned event venues, menus, budgets with clients.
- Designed catering menu per client specifications, event type, dietary needs, budget.
- Prepared, packaged, delivered food to clients.
Primary Counselor
Clear Brook Treatment Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Facilitated group sessions for over 15 clients, promoting safe story sharing.
- Counseled clients struggling with substance use disorders through Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational groups to improve client functioning.
- Established individualized treatment goals based on client history and diagnosis.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including treatment plans and resource connections.
Owner, Manager and Chef
K Medici Restaurant
Wilkes-Barre/Pittston, 18704/18640
04.1996 - 09.2010
- Oversaw daily operations, managing finance, payroll, deposits, and cost control for efficiency.
- Hired and trained staff, conducting performance reviews and promoting professional development.
- Established and optimized internal policies.
- Facilitated daily meetings to review tasks, improve morale, and gather feedback for enhancements.
- Provided wine education to staff.
- Cultivated relationships with customers by addressing needs and responding to requests.
Education
Master of Arts - Theology
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA06-2025
Certificate of Technical Studies - DImensions of Professional Selling; Administration
Crown Equipment Corporation
New Bremen, OH06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY03.1996
Social Work
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Theological studies and biblical literacy
- Cultural sensitivity and interfaith ministry
- Team collaboration
- Ethics education
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Community outreach
- Counseling techniques
- Volunteer coordination
- Prayer leadership
- Worship assistance
- Spiritual care and counseling
- Ministry development
- Sermon preparation
- Addiction support
Active Catholic Parishoner
- Eucharistic Minister
- Homebound Minister
- Nursing Home Minister
- Lecturer
- DIrector of Living Stations performance
- Director of Children's Holiday Activities
Timeline
Hospital Chaplain
Corpus Christi Parish
01.2023 - Current
Director of Corporate Relations
Action Lift, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Religious Education Teacher
Corpus Christi Parish
09.2019 - Current
Customer Service Sales Representative/Human Resources Coordinator
Action Lift Inc.
01.2015 - 04.2022
Private Caterer
Self-Employed
09.2012 - 01.2021
Primary Counselor
Clear Brook Treatment Center
01.2011 - 08.2012
Owner, Manager and Chef
K Medici Restaurant
04.1996 - 09.2010
Master of Arts - Theology
University of Scranton
Certificate of Technical Studies - DImensions of Professional Selling; Administration
Crown Equipment Corporation
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Social Work
University of Pittsburgh
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