Anna D. Dennis
Lancaster, Pa *7602.
Cell: 717-***-****
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Dear Sir/Madam,
Becoming a social worker has been a lifelong dream of mine. I graduated in May of 2014 from
Millersville University with a Bachelor of Arts. I am seeking position in your department, to
apply the skills that I have acquired.
I am highly self-motivated individual looking to apply my educational and vocational
experience by working in your organization as a Child Therapy Assistant. My strengths include;
written and verbal communications skills, self-motivation, cultural sensitivity, professional ethics
and ability to work independently.
Enclosed, please find my resume for you to review. I look forward to discuss an employment
opportunity at your organization and appreciate your consideration.
Thank you for your kindness and for the chance given me.
Sincerely,
Anna D. Dennis
Enclosure
Anna D. Dennis
131 Greenland Dr.
Lancaster, Pa 17602.
Cell: 717-***-****
*********@***.***
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Jan 2014 – May 2014 Juvenile Probation of Lancaster County Court Common Pleas
Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Social Work Intern.
• I observed on pre-court interviews with juveniles and their
families, interviews with juveniles on Informal and Formal
probation. Partnered with Probation Officers at different
school districts within Lancaster County, following juvenile
probation. Attended meetings with different agencies to assess
an evaluate the behavior plans for individual’s treatment
program.
Feb 2005 – Present Keystone Human Services of Lancaster
Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Community Services Specialist
• Provide care for mentally challenged individuals. Take them to
work, school and meal planner.
Aug 2005 – 2007 Anna Youth Program
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Director
Worked with teenagers at the Lancaster County Youth
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Intervention Center. Directed crafts, and led activities
teaching decision-making skills and ways to become
productive members of society.
Did follow up with teenagers in the community to remind
•
them of the coping skills they had learned while in
detention.
Aug 2004 – 2007 School District of Lancaster
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Para-Educator for Special Education Department
Assisted students with their reading and worked in other
•
roles including class record taking, helping the teachers
with photocopies, etc.
June 2003 - 2004 Penn Laurel Girl Scouts
Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Program Coordinator
• Worked with girls in a detention facility, engaging them with
various crafts; providing them guidance in making appropriate
choices.
EDUCATION:
May - 2014 Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, Millersville University, Millersville, PA
March - 2013 Certificate in Domestic Violence Training Program, Lancaster, PA
May - 2012 Associate Degree in Social Science, Harrisburg Area Community College,
Lancaster, PA
May - 2004 Certificate in Nurse Assistant, Lancaster, PA
Oct- 1999 Certificate in Basic Social Work Skills, Mother Pattern College of Health
Sciences: Monrovia, Liberia W/Africa
AWARDS:
Nov -2006: Award for commitment to the program, Lancaster County Youth
Intervention Center.
April - 2001: Award for peace and reconciliation in the community, Don Bosco Homes.
Employer: Juveniles Probation office
From (mm/dd/yyyy) to (mm/dd/yyyy)
01/13/2014 5/5/2014
Job Title: Intern
Address: 50 North Duke Street, Lancaster, Pa
Phone: (717) 299-816
Hours/Week: 32
Supervisor: David Louver
Reason for Leaving: Start Salary: End Salary: My five months internship was over.
May we contact this employer? Yes
Primary Responsibilities: I observed on pre-court interviews, court hearing, schools visit for juveniles
who’s on probation.
Employer: Keystone Human Services of Lancaster.
From: (mm/dd/yyyy) to (mm/dd/yyyy)
08/07/2006
Job Title: Community specialist
Address: 124 Pine Street Harrisburg, PA 17101.
Hours/Week 40 hrs
Phone: # 717-***-****
Supervisor: Robin Newman
Reason for Leaving: Start Salary: End Salary: I’m still working.
May we contact this employer? Yes
Primary Responsibilities: Provides care for mentally challenged individuals. Take them to work, school
and meal planning.
Employer: School District of Lancaster
From (mm/dd/yyyy) to (mm/dd/yyyy)
07/05/2005 08/13/2008
Job Title: Para-Educator
Address: 251 S. Prince Street, Lancaster 17603
Phone: # 717-***-****
Hours/ Week; 32
Supervisor:
Reason for Leaving: I had to go back school.
Primary Responsibilities: Para-Educator for Special Education Department, I assisted students with
their reading and work.
Employer: Penn Laurel Girl Scouts Lancaster, Pennsylvania
From (mm/dd/yyyy) to (mm/dd/yyyy)
03/12/2007 to 12/19/2008.
Phone: 302-***-****
Job Title: Program coordinator
Supervisor: Darlene Sellers
May we contact this? Employer? Yes
Address: 151 Good Dr. Lancaster, PA 17603
Reason for Leaving: The job was closed down.
Primary Responsibilities: I worked with girls in detention & the shelter at Lancaster youth intervention,
schools & placements.
Reference:
Kelly Montgomery 717-***-****
Stacy Stokes 717-***-****
Darlene Sellers 302-***-****