Joanne-Stuart A. Clodomir, M.A, CASAC T

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Brooklyn, NY 11234

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acv5bp@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: Gain as much experience in social services, in order to effectively, service communities, and families in need.

PROFILE

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, confident and poised, in interactions with individuals, on all levels.

Creative approach to problem solving through use of excellent analytical skills.

Dedicated individual; achieving a reputation for consistently going beyond what is required.

Detail oriented and resourceful in the completion of projects, with the ability to multitask effectively and to work in various environments, meeting strict needs.

Proven ability to collect, consolidate, organize and prioritize.

Organized individual, with exceptional, follow through abilities.

Proven ability to gather, extract, and use data effectively.

Committed to the provision for exemplary client service.

EXPERIENCE

The Center for Rapid Recovery, Hempstead, NY (4/2015-Present)

Substance Abuse Counselor

Conduct behavior modification for clients facing AOD issues.

Conduct MI (Motivational Interviewing)

Knowledge and use of SSI and MMS Screening Tools

Conduct toxicology- UDS and BAC

Develop Psycho Socials for/with clients.

Develop treatment plans for/with clients.

Provide psychoeducation for clients regarding triggers, stressors, life issues.

Conduct one to one weekly counseling sessions with clients.

Facilitate group meetings

Develop relapse prevention plan for/with clients.

City of New York Department of Correction

Rikers Island, Queens, NY (9/2013-1/2014)

Practicum- Mental Health Counseling

o Conducted one to one prevention sessions with inmates, assisting offenders in developing

relapse prevention plans.

Inwood House, New York, NY (2/2012-Present)

Youth Development Counselor

Senior Staff- Currently acting supervisor on overnight shift, in absence of supervisor.

Assist in the mental and physical development of pregnant adolescents(12-20 years old) in foster care, within a residential setting. .

Provide a safe environment for the teens, on a daily basis.

Enforce rules and regulations of the house, to promote self-discipline and self-control.

Supervised residents during their daily routines.

Maintained accurate written logs of the daily comportment and activities of each resident.

Crisis Intervention

One to one counseling

God-Sent Ministries, Brooklyn, NY, (2/2012-Present)

Director

Managed and trained up to 100 members or participants. Provided members with training on outreach work, with a community base and worldwide approach.

Provided training for all positions: secretary, treasurer, public relations, and ministry leaders

Organize annual coat drives, involving various communities

Conduct fundraisers, food and clothing drives, for cities in Haiti

Organize and schedule street community outreach – Food drive

Train members in servicing communities,, through soup kitchens, toy drives, and food drives

Conduct outreach work in hospitals, nursing homes and youth lock down facility..

One to one interaction with incarcerated men and women

Produce outreach concerts in prison, hospitals, nursing homes, and community churches.

Inwood House, New York, NY (2/2008-8/2009)

Youth Development Counselor

Assist in the mental and physical development of pregnant adolescents(12-20 years old) in foster care, within a residential setting. .

Provide a safe environment for the teens, on a daily basis.

Enforce rules and regulations of the house, to promote self-discipline and self-control.

Supervised residents during their daily routines.

Maintained accurate written logs of the daily comportment and activities of each resident.

Crisis Intervention

One to one counseling

Youth Advocate Programs, Kriegsville, PA (8/2004-6/2008)

Therapeutic Youth Advocate

Provide therapeutic, prescribed services, to children and adolescents with behavior disorders, psychotic disorders, various abuse, intellectual disabilities and autism,

within the Carbon-Monroe counties of Pennsylvania .

Provide Families with ongoing support and encouragement, for the continued application of the treatment plan, for as long as necessary, to achieve the desired results with clients.

Daily interaction with families, psychiatrists, social workers and case workers.

Assess clients within his/her home and community for establishment of treatment plan, goals and intervention strategies

Demonstrated a strong foundation in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)

Behavior modification.

Model appropriate social interactions for clients

Transfer functional skills to parents and caretakers

Maintain progress notes and outcome data for each family.

Attended team meetings, shared observations, demonstrated behavior interventions.

Everett Public School System, Everett, MA (9/1997-6/2004)

TBE/ESL Instructor

One to one interaction with inner city youth (Ages 8-14), with language barriers (French and Spanish)

Conduct home visits

Transfer skills to parents and caretakers

Organized community projects for students and their families

Goodwill Hayden Institution, MA (5/1997-6/1999)

Case Worker

One to one interaction with males (ages 16-18) within a residential environment

Provided behavioral support and redirection to help resident maintain part time employment in a vocational interest area

Assist resident in developing skills to function appropriately within his environment

Maintained daily documented logs.

EDUCATION

Long Island University, M.A., Psychology 5/2015

Master’s Thesis: “Generational Poverty Amongst Blacks: A Literature Review”

New York University, B.S., Communications 5/1992

CERTTIFICATION- CASAC T

SKILLS AND TRAINING

Mandated Reporter Training

Integrity Compliance

Family Dynamics

Group Therapy

Psychotherapeutic Medications

Pennsylvania State University Behavioral Health

The Child & Adolescent Service Systems Program (CASSP)

Gang Training

Autistic Spectrum

Diagnosis & Strategies

Oppositional Defiant Disorder

TCI

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

CPR/FIRST AID

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook .Connections, LOCADTR

Language Skills:

Fluent in French, Creole, and Spanish

REFERENCES

Available upon request.

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