JODI
PECZE
@ adxsw6@r.postjobfree.com
SKILLS
+ Violence Prevention
+ Case Information Confidentiality
+ Government Agency Guidelines
+ Chronic Disorders
+ Coordination Services
+ Maintaining Waiver Budgets
+ Crisis Intervention
EDUCATION
Argosy University
Arlington, VA
Master Of Arts: Professional
Counseling
University of Pittsburgh -
Johnstown
Johnstown, PA
Bachelor Of Science: Psychology
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for
social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at
providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and
management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
WORK HISTORY
Cambria County BHID - Caseworker II
Johnstown + 07/2014 - Current
+ Offered support and direction to families and coordinated with court
system and other community agencies for treatment.
+ Developed and maintained strong relationships with community
resources for successful referrals.
+ Provided crisis intervention and case management services to child,
family and legal guardians.
+ Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate
services and resources
+ Located, coordinated and monitored services.
Cambria County BHID - Caseworker II
Johnstown + 08/2004 - 07/2014
+ Worked with family members to develop support networks and
multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
+ Implemented evidence-based interventions for substance abuse
treatment.
+ Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to increase client
engagement in treatment.
+ Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters
discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
Performed mental health assessments for involuntary commitments to
the hospital.
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center - Professional Counseling Intern
Johnstown + 01/2006 - 05/2006
+ Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions
and prevent violence.
+ Conducted client consultations and collaborated with other agency
professionals to discuss courses of treatment.
+ Observed over Number individuals and groups to assess, evaluate
and predict behaviors.
+ Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from
Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Spin's Bar And Lounge - Bar and Restaurant Owner
Franklin, PA » 01/2000 - 12/2002
+ Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing
decisions accordingly.
+ Maintained positive relationships with local community and
government officials.
+ Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable
support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term
loyalty.
+ Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
Cambria County Prison - Psychology Intern
Ebensburg, PA + 01/2001 - 05/2001
+ Defined core problems and determined key strategies for
investigating and remediating concerns.
+ Evaluated dynamics of different personnel groups through range of
planned activities and programs.