Management Project

Jason D. Wemmers, Psy.D.

Clinical Psychology,

Business and Individual Development Consultant

770-***-**** ? abi2pk@r.postjobfree.com

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Jason Wemmers, Psy.D., recently completed his thesis on work-related stress

and burnout. Jason has 10 years of corporate experience working with

marketing, telecommunications, and private education firms in the Atlanta

area. To that, he has added over five years of assessment and clinical

experience working with the most severe cases at private and public

treatment facilities. Jason was recognized locally and nationally for the

technology-assisted Cognitive Rehabilitation Program he designed at Trenton

Psychiatric Hospital (2009). Jason has a passion for directly addressing

clients' needs via proper assessment followed by targeted systemic,

behavioral, and motivational changes. Jason's business experience, clinical

experience, and education taught him flexibility, leadership, and prepared

him for a wide spectrum of professional duties, including:

Effectively Analyzing Customer Practical Applications of the latest

Needs and Communicating Solutions research in Psychology, Organizational

in areas where Business and Stress, Counseling, and Clinical

Psychology Intersect Treatment Programs

Administering Professional Serving as an Effective Change Agent for

Evaluations (Career Development & the Senior Management Team

'Deep Dives')

Project Management Using software (e.g. SPSS) to analyze

data

Select Project Experience

Integrated Technology-assisted Cognitive Rehabilitation Program

Designed, presented, and received funding for a cognitive rehabilitation

program created to meet Trenton Psychiatric Hospital's (TPH) needs for:

o Improved patient care by providing the benefits of the latest

cognitive rehabilitation technology and techniques

o Improved patient quality-of-life

o Increased staff-patient direct contact hours

o Increased employee engagement and retention

o Aligned the hospital with current best practices as established by

scientific research in the social and medical sciences and as mandated

by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare

Organizations (JCAHO)

Supervised the implementation of my cognitive rehabilitation program in the

Raycroft Complex (long-term, acute care) of Trenton Psychiatric Hospital.

Duties included:

o Project Management

o Budget Development

o Leveraged relationships, needs, interests, additional skills, and

legal concerns to acquire resources and meet implementation deadlines

o Monitored program efficacy in meeting customer needs and client

deliverables

o Re-vitalized the Raycroft Complex by educating Raycroft staff,

altering job responsibilities, introducing new technology, and

inspiring interest and innovation

The impact of this program is highlighted by its inclusion in Trenton

Psychiatric Hospital's 2009-2010 Strategic Plan and an invitation by the

International Society for the Psychological Treatments of the

Schizophrenias and Other Psychoses (ISPS-US) to sit on a professional panel

representing TPH and the New Jersey State Hospital System at the ISPS-US

Tenth Annual Conference in Rockville, MD.

Education

Doctorate in Psychology, Argosy University Atlanta

B.S. Psychology, Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA

Professional and Clinical Experience

Individual Development Consultant

Atlanta, GA

Self-employed

2009-Current Worked as a

consultant part-time while completing doctoral degree. Provided

assessments, in-depth analysis, and practical guidance to assist customers

in working within the broader organization structure and executing a career

strategy. Successfully recruited clients via referrals and independently

obtained supervision to meet professional guidelines. Clientele included C-

Level executive management.

Trenton Psychiatric Hospital

Trenton, NJ

Pre-Doctoral Clinical Intern

2008-2009

Offered behavioral management to individuals with Severe and Persistent

Mental Illness. Designed, presented, and implemented a cognitive

rehabilitation program for the hospital. Instructed patients on Stress and

Emotional Management. Utilized the latest assessment measures, including

the WAIS-IV, WMS-IV, and MMPI-RF.

The College of New Jersey

Ewing, NJ

Psychotherapy Intern 2008-2009

Provided individual counseling to the student body. Fostered communication

and connectivity between the Counseling And Psychological Services (CAPS)

center and the Student Disabilities Office. Carried a full-load of clients

dealing with serious clinical issues including eating disorders, PTSD,

personality disorders, learning disabilities, and the death of a close

family member.

Positive Impact, Inc.

Atlanta, GA

Counseling & Advanced Practicum Therapist, Volunteer Psychotherapist

2006-2008, 2010

Engaged in individual and couples counseling with a diverse, in-need

population impacted by HIV and AIDS. Utilized an approach integrating

principles of Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal, and Existential

therapies. Assisted clients in addressing issues associated with suicide,

serious illness, addiction, abuse, sexual identity, financial problems, and

career development.

Atlanta Psychological Associates and Dr. Carla Hedeen, Neuropsychologist

Decatur, GA

Private Practice Psychometrist

2007-2008

Administered neuropsychological batteries and Social Security evaluations

to adults suffering form severe, persistent mental illness. Completed court-

ordered and state mandated evaluations with adolescents. Generated

integrated reports for legal proceedings.

The Emory University Auburn Renaissance Center

Atlanta, GA Diagnostic Practicum Psychometrist

2005-2006

Administered assessment services to a diagnostically diverse population,

including Schizophrenia, Bi-polar, Depression, ADHD, and Axis II disorders.

Successfully co-lead client education groups and made treatment

recommendations.

Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes

Atlanta, GA

Educational Clinician

2002-2004

Effectively instructed students with a variety of learning difficulties and

developmental disorders, ranging in age from 6-35. Discussed client issues

with a treatment team, analyzed test results, and made treatment

recommendations.

Sprint Inc., ION Division

Atlanta, GA

Information Technology Analyst, Team Lead

1999-2001

Resolved internal technical and organizational issues. Served as the

liaison between Technology, Programs, and Finance/Admin executives.

Promoted 2x in the first year and remained with the division until it was

closed late in 2001, following the September 11th terrorist attack.

Select Writing Experience

"The Measurement of Burnout and Its Relationship to Neuroticism and

Hardiness" - Clinical Research Project, Argosy University -

Atlanta

"Finding Balance at Work and Avoiding Burnout" - (2010) Equanimity

Magazine, Summer Edition

References available by request

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