Staten Island, NY *****
*******@*****.***
Preston J. Casertano
To contribute to the success of your organization by using my experience, skills, and in-depth
OBJECTIVE
knowledge related to the field of counseling.
PRIMARY COUNSELOR, PHOENIX ACADEMY YORKTOWN
EXPERIENCE
August 2011-April 2014
Conducted seminars and facilitated evidence base groups including relapse prevention, anger
management and preparing for change. Supervised all activities related to inpatient treatment
facility such as morning meetings and recreation. Provided services for caseload clients that
included comprehensive evaluations, preliminary treatment plan, individual counseling,
treatment plans, discharge plans, after care treatment and family services. Trained in crisis
management and motivational interview skills. Highly proficient in Welligent Electronic Health
Record Systems.
PRIMARY COUNSELOR, JAY CAP FOR ADULTS
March 2011-August 2011
Performed all responsibilities including lectures, seminars and individual counseling.
HOME RESTORATION, SELF EMPLOYED
February 2000-November 2008
Self-employed home restoring that included carpentry, plumbing, painting and home repairs.
NYC CORRECTIONS OFFICER
March 1981-July 1997
Conducted all duties of a corrections officer including security of institution, monitoring and
supervising of inmates. Received three excellent duty awards and one commendation.
EDUCATION JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL-BROOKLYN NY
Graduate of John Jay HS June 1977-Regents Diploma
RESOURCE CENTER SCHOOL-BROOKLYN NY
Graduate of Resource Center School February 2011- Received CASAC T
REFERENCES All references will be submitted upon request.