Lisa M. Wolanzyk

***** ****** ****, ******, ** **614 - MOVING TO VA

256-***-****

abxrs2@r.postjobfree.com

Spouse of Retired Active Duty Special Operations Soldier

Core Competencies

Master of Science of Social Work (MSSW), Bachelors Degree, LCSW Licensure,

PIP Licensure (Private Practice), Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist,

Clinical Therapist, Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) Counselor, Crisis

Intervention, Problem Assessment, Crisis Management Training, Employee

Support and Counseling, Multiple Agency Interface and Liaison, Technical

Expert on Employee Problems, Organizational Management Advisement for

Workplace Issues, Job Performance Mediation, Family Advocacy Team Support,

Spousal Abuse, Patient Home Visitation, Support Group Facilitation,

Training Activity Development, Educational Outreach Program Development,

Event Facilitation, Public Speaking, MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint, RGN,

Multiple Relevant Certifications

Professional Experience

July 2012 - Present

SOAR Counseling Services

Athens, AL

Psychotherapist/Clinical Social Worker

In this private practice, provide effective counseling for civilian and

military individuals, couples and families; focus on psychiatric and/or

substance abuse problems/issues. Provide in-depth experience in dealing

with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, stress management, anger management,

family conduct, marital strain, various adolescent issues, chemical

dependency/abuse, families of substance abuse/dependence, crisis

management, eating disorders and chronic health issues.

August 2007 - July 2012

Bradford Health Services

Madison, AL

Social Worker/Counselor

For active-duty and retired soldiers and general population at large,

skillfully provided multiple treatment services, focusing on

problems/issues with wide array of complexity; worked with individuals in

inpatient and partial hospitalization settings and with family members

regarding substance abuse and behavioral health. Performed psychosocial

assessments, analyzed electronic medical records and consulted with

physicians concerning diagnostic impressions and dual diagnoses; adroitly

developed treatment plans that targeted interventions.

Also implemented family programs and chronic pain/anxiety specialty groups

as well as sessions with individuals, small groups and large therapeutic

workshops. Interfaced with outpatient regional office to schedule after-

care services that included behavioral health monitoring/support and

placement in halfway houses, and developed planning for extended, long-term

treatment as well as other crucial medical recommendations.

July 2006 - August 2008

Department of Human Resources and Family Support

Athens, AL

Social Worker/Clinical Therapist/Practitioner

Served at-risk adolescents and family members in foster care environment;

provided behavioral health treatment in both individual and family sessions

and worked in a consultative liaison role with the Department of Human

Resources by advising on optimal treatment services for families.

Stringently developed and managed all documentation, assessments, treatment

plans, progress levels and communicating recommendations on a consistent

and regular basis.

October 2004 - December 2006

Bradford Health Services

Madison, AL

Substance Abuse Counselor (Primary Counselor)

As Social Work Practitioner and Primary Clinical Therapist provided

effective behavioral health treatment services for caseload of 8-9

inpatient/partially hospitalized individuals dealing with drug/alcohol

dependence issues as well as dual diagnoses, i.e. various mental health

issues as

well as chronic health problems. Led Relapse and Prevention classes for

family members and developed discharge planning to outpatient services;

oversaw facilitation of family counseling, mental health, sober living

environment/residential treatment, medical issues, legal contracts and all

interaction with the Department of Human Services. Additionally, conducted

psychosocial assessments and development treatment plans and interventions.

August 2003 - May 2004

U.S. Government Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)

Fort Campbell, KY

Substance Abuse Counselor/Social Work Practitioner (Intern)

Worked closely with active duty military members in outpatient setting as

Social Work Practitioner/Clinical Therapist Intern; developed psychosocial

assessments and co-facilitated small group as well as individual sessions.

Utilized military computerized system to develop and manage all

documentation related to intervention/treatment plans for each individual.

Reviewed each individual's medical records to determine if a Medical

Decision Retention Point (MRDP) had been reached for behavior health

conditions and participated in communicating occupational limitations to

command; ensured that military profiles had been used in compliance with

established policies. Presented finding regarding individuals' progress at

scheduled unit and supervisor meetings; designed and utilized MS Excel

spreadsheets for use by counselors during information intake in support of

improved time management/effectiveness. Successfully conducted multiple

briefings and instructed variety of psycho-educational classes/large group

sessions covering such topics as stress management, implementing positive

thinking/behavior and preventing substance abuse and STDs. Developed

presentations for Program Director for post briefings using MS PowerPoint

software.

August 2002 - July 2003

Centerstone, Harriet Cohn Campus

Clarksville, TN

Social Work Practitioner/Mental Health Counselor (Intern)

Co-facilitated behavioral health treatment support for outpatient clients

in small group and individual sessions; taught psycho-educational classes

to groups that included such areas a stress management, modifying thought

processes to focus on employing positive behaviors and the importance of

physical wellness/nutrition. Designed MS Excel spreadsheets and programs

for use by team in conducting assessments of geriatric research project

through the University of Tennessee and Centerstone.

December 1997 - December 2001

Pyongtaek

Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea

English Tutor (Self-Employed)

Successfully taught English to wide array of children and adults.

January 2001 - December 2001

GS-12 U.S. Government and CHPPM (Center for Health Promotion and

Preventative Medicine)

Yongsan, US AMRY

Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea

Health Promotion Supervisor

In this crucial assignment, efficiently managed wide array of complex

issues, including providing management/supervision of comprehensive health

promotion support for 70,000+ beneficiaries in Korea. Skillfully directed

18th MEDCOM/EUSA HP Program, interpreted guidelines, provided

input/expertise regarding policy recommendations, and interfaced directly

with professionals from higher headquarters, tactical units, medical

treatment facilities and various resource personnel in both the military as

well as civilian areas.

Participated fully with Chief, Preventive Services Directorate, in the

command executive decision-making process regarding the development and

implementation of health promotion program priorities throughout Korea.

Was tasked with oversight of three Health Promotion Educators as well as

management of an annual budget of $400,000+. Developed Needs Assessments

for databases and standardized throughout Korea; upgraded standardized

Tobacco Cessation Program throughout Korea and authored comprehensive

analysis reports for each area in Korea that showed population percentages

and various health promotion services provided. Worked with ADAPC (ASAP),

Family Advocacy and MWR, and led briefings for installation commands

covering needs assessments to increase soldier readiness.

July 1998 - January 2001

U.S. Government and CHPPM (Center for Health Promotion and Preventative

Medicine)

Pyongtaek

Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea (Camp Humphreys)

Health Promotion Educator

Conducted multiple (on average, 18 per month (from 10 to 500+ participants)

health promotion briefings/classes for U.S. Army personnel; material

covered STD prevention, stress management, tobacco cessation, wellness and

performance nutrition. Designed programs utilizing MS PowerPoint and

wrote/implemented various wellness programs for U.S. Army throughout Korea.

Coordinated Health Forums with other organizations, including ASAP, Family

Advocacy and MWR; authored comprehensive analytical reports on population

percentages and health promotion services in various areas of Korea.

October 1997 - July 1998

Songtan High and Middle School

Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea

English Teacher (ESL)

For this girls' middle and high school, developed well-received English

curriculum designed to teach English as a second language; conducted oral

testing for 600+ Korean students.

August 1995 - November 1997

Savannah Public School system

Savannah, GA

Physical Education and Health Teacher

Tasked with providing instruction covering Physical Education, Health and

Mathematics for students in Grades 9-12 at two alternative/at-risk high

schools.

October 1993 - July 1996

The Pines Residential Treatment Center

Portsmouth, VA

Physical Education and Health Teacher and Case Manager

At this residential treatment facility for juvenile delinquents, taught

Physical Education and Health to youngsters in Grades 5-12, with

responsibilities for managing caseload of students' academic progress

reports. Participated in team meetings physicians, therapists,

representatives from Social Services and probation officers to coordinate

and implement

students' academic planning. Also was Residential Counselor for teenage

male sex offenders; developed weekly behavior charting methodologies and

processes.

August 1992 - June 1998

Sullivan County Schools - ETSU and THE PATY CO

Blountville, TN

Fit Kids Instructor (Graduate Assistant)

Worked closely with children in Grades K-5 as part of the Graduate

Assistant Program, instructing on Physical Fitness/Education; administered

fitness testing to all grades.

Education/Training

University of Tennessee, Nashville, TN

Master of Social Work (MSSW), Clinical Social Work Major, 2004

Member, Phi Alpha Honor Society

East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

Bachelors Degree, Physical Education Major, Health Minor, 1992

Specialized Training

Substance Abuse

Suicide Prevention in the Military

PTSD

CBT

Road Map Therapy

Mood Disorders

Therapeutic Models

Ethics

Involvements/Commendations

American Lung Association Smoking Cessation Instructor

Army HIV/STD Instructor

American Red Cross CPR Instructor

"Volunteer of the Year," American Red Cross, 2001 (Korea)

Received over 20 military coins of excellence for performance in

administering health promotion briefings

"Employee of the Month" at The Pines Residential Treatment Facility

Licensure/Certifications

LCSW

PIP - Private Practice License

CPI Certification

CPR Certification

Health Promotion Director Certification

Contact Ministries Telephone Crisis Counseling Certification

Received numerous certificates as FRG (Family Readiness Group) leader for

Army families, as a US ARMY spouse

Volunteer Experience

New Covenant Emmaus Board Member, Treasurer

Media Volunteer, Church

Missions Board Member

Basketball Referee/Coach

Mission Friends Teacher

Volunteer for various Community Events

Overseas Mission worker, Africa

Additional Miscellaneous Information

As spouse of Active Duty Special Operations soldier, have lived overseas

including four years in Korea, worked with local Nationals and volunteered

in communities/countries. Have visited 14 other countries including two to

Kenya on Mission trips. Experiences have developed strong awareness of the

difficulties of individuals serving their country in unfamiliar

circumstances without the support of family; am fully capable of and

experienced in meeting the various requirements of this position in

providing support and counsel in dealing with areas of stress, mental

health and developing/maintaining overall health and wellness.

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