Proficient Crisis Counselor with 2 years of experience and more than 84 hours of related training. Supports people dealing with either suicidal or homicidal thoughts. Manages both telephone, walk-in, mobile, and in-patient support communications.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crisis Intervention Specialist
SPHS
Washington, PA
03.2022 - 02.2024
Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional support and guidance.
Responded quickly and effectively when emergency situations arose; managed high stress environments with professionalism.
Evaluated client needs and provided appropriate referrals to community agencies or mental health professionals.
Facilitated group sessions to assist clients in developing coping mechanisms for dealing with crisis situations.
Maintained accurate records of all case notes, progress reports, and other documentation related to client care.
Owner
Puchi's Appliance Repair
Canonsburg, PA
04.2012 - 06.2020
Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
Education
Certified Recovery Specialist -
Pennsylvania Certification Board
Pittsburgh, PA
02-2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Justice & Policy Studies
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC
06-2000
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
Skills
Crisis Assessment
Suicide Prevention
Safety Planning
Referral Coordination
Reflective Listening
Documentation Skills
Affiliations
Narcotics Anonymous/Alcoholics Anonymous
Family
Weight Lifting
Sporting Events
Travel
Accomplishments
Completed Center of Excellence (COE) recovery program
Certification
Mandated Reporter
First Aid
Adult Protective Services
Understanding Trauma
ID/A Overview
CPI
Hearing Voices
QPR Gatekeeper
ASAM
Advanced Trauma & Attachment
Timeline
Crisis Intervention Specialist
SPHS
03.2022 - 02.2024
Owner
Puchi's Appliance Repair
04.2012 - 06.2020
Certified Recovery Specialist -
Pennsylvania Certification Board
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Justice & Policy Studies