Forensic Psychologist and Crisis Interventionist

Meredith Romito, PsyD

Yorktown, Virginia *****

P: 757-***-****

E: ********.******@***.***

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen

Highest GS Grade: N/A

Security Clearance: Public Trust

Desired Location: Virginia/Remote

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Motivated individual with skills in writing research and scientific reports, synopses, and presentations based on data collected and analyzed to document the activities of programs and initiatives. Proven experience with creating studies by gathering information based on empirical/theoretical processes and principles related to scientific laws, organized and communicated by qualitative and quantitative descriptions, and based on observation/experimentation. Experienced with crisis incident management and crisis intervention training. Ability to work collectively with law enforcement and other agencies. Works well in a team setting, able to give and take direction and performs exceptionally, under pressure. Self-motivated and determined to see a task trough to the end. Superior time management skills and an excellent communicator. Twice recognized for outstanding presenting skills. Published author of the book, Communication and Illicitation of information.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

QUALITY ASSURANCE AND TRAINING SUPERVISOR/ CRISIS INTERVENTION, 40 hrs/week-04/2023-Present

National Counseling Group Manassas, Virginia

Supervisor: David Gilbert 1-914-***-****

Responsibilities:

Certified to hold training classes on crisis intervention and how to conduct risk/dangerousness assessments.

Train new employees on DBHDS crisis response curriculum.

Assisted with the implementation of 988 and Virginia Regional Crisis Call Center.

Coordinate with regional offices on 988 and Marcus Alert initiatives.

Serve as the project manager for training compliance.

Audit charts and verify insurance eligibility for services rendered.

SOCIAL SCIENTIST, 40 hrs/week- 04/2022-10/2022

Health Resources and Services Administration, Bureau of Health Workforce Rockville, MD

Human Resources; Gabriella Geerman *********@********.***

Responsibilities:

Assessed health workforce data and looks at the supply, use, access, need, and demand for health workers.

Advanced research aimed primarily at the development and presentation of health workforce.

Analyzed the healthcare market and its associated human capital through economic models, forecasting techniques, and statistical methods.

Designed, conducted and interpreted studies of research related to healthcare workforce development.

Provided information and assistance to diverse audiences on health data and statistics, publications, products and services.

Developed and wrote materials and documents related to program outputs and program outcome evaluations and for SOP.

Designed visually attractive and understandable graphics/charts to demonstrate results.

Updated and maintained Access and Excel databases and fulfilled publication/data/information requests.

CRISIS INTERVENTIONIST, 30 hrs/week-09/2021-04/2023

National Counseling Group Manassas, Virginia

Supervisor: Dr. Patricia Contreras ***.*********@************.*** 571-***-****

Responsibilities:

Use crisis intervention skills to deescalate a family, individual or group of individuals.

Conduct risk assessments and dangerousness. Upon further investigation, determine if immediate intervention is needed.

Train new employees in de-escalation technique and document use.

Use skills learned in mental health to address the individual needs of the client in crisis.

Manage multiple phones and organizations at the same time for continuation of care.

Assess the mental health needs of the client to provide referral resources and follow-up.

Use of SPSS and SAS to analyze data and create graphs and charts to present to other localities so they understand the need for services.

BEHAVIORAL SCIENTIST, 40 hrs/week-09/2019- 09/2022

Highway Safety Office/Department of Motor Vehicles Virginia Multidisciplinary Crash Investigation Team Richmond, Virginia

Supervisor: Senior Trooper Walt Reel ****.****@***.********.*** 757-***-****

Responsibilities:

Knowledge of the psychological principles of human behavior, human mental and sensory capacities and processing.

Understand and interpreted the results of written and statistical studies involving driving behavior, and a good understanding of the correct methods of interviewing techniques.

Served as a Crash Reconstructionist for the Virginia State Police.

Investigate, collect, and document factual crash-related data and physical evidence, interview operators and witnesses, review driving-related histories, arrange for testing and examination of physical evidence.

Maintained liaison, provides advice and information, and advocates for areas in positions of transportation safety. Provide project or case management of victim or family assistance.

Understanding of basic human physiology and anatomy to uncover kinematics/ injury of crash victims.

Evaluated highway/local transportation regulations pertaining to highway safety and human performance factors.

Researched and made speeches and/or formal presentations to judicial and local groups. Created flyers and other reading material.

Evaluated large data sets of evidence obtained during investigation and prepares safety recommendations and other accident prevention reports for corrective action.

Improved transportation safety by utilizing expertise in psychology, health sciences, education, and social sciences.

Used SPSS to create study/research material for possible changes to legislation or past research.

PSYCHOLOGIST, 20hrs/week, 04/2018-Present

Family Restoration Services Hampton, Virginia

CEO: Stephanie Afonja *********.******@********************.*** 757-***-****

Responsibilities:

Developed court ordered evaluation program for Hampton City Court.

Administered, scored, interpreted and diagnosed clients to provide proper recommendations; specifically, in Substance Abuse and Child Abuse.

Analyzed problematic areas of cognitive functioning along with personality deficits which could cause major damage to a family unit.

Provided support to lawyers, judges, law enforcement and other agencies with appropriate recommendations.

Utilized assessment tools to better understand psychological principles of human behavior.

Communicated effectively and encourage discussion of current events with abusive, substance abusing parents.

Assessed and supported clients with mental illness and other disabilities through designing testing instruments and administering and scoring.

Independent contractor serving the testing needs of businesses and organizations.

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR, 9hrs/week, 07/2013-Present

Christopher Newport University Newport News, Virginia

Department Chair: Dr. Kelly Cartwright ********@***.*** 757-***-****

Responsibilities:

Prepared and delivered informal lectures, case studies, and guide discussions using practical exercises on a variety of topics.

Promoted professionalism, diversity, and open intellectual discourse, as well as academic freedom. Offer academic advice and counseling to empower students.

Developed and coordinated field research visits/educational trips to selected organizations, agencies and sites as well as, utilizing personal contacts throughout the community (Judges, attorneys, FBI agents, Guardian at Litems, SVU detectives). Perform accurate and in-depth analysis of curriculum and make improvements or recommendations.

Instructed up to 150 students (per semester) in the Psychology Department at CNU to further their knowledge in the human services field to work and serve in their communities upon graduation.

Teaching area included; Introduction to Psychology, Child Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, and Forensic Psychology Created instructional content to include media which integrates changes regarding contemporary, regional, and topical issues into appropriate course materials.

Conducted research on EEGs on children with retrospective tasks and analyze using SPSS and Tableau.

Developed new curriculum for police department on interviews and interrogation- Human Factors.

RESIDENT THERAPIST, 40hrs/week, 08/2016- 03/2018

Coastal Medical and Psychiatric Center Newport News, Virginia

CEO: Jessica Adams 757-***-****

Responsibilities:

Assisted patients to work through personal issues, anger management, depression, suicidal thoughts, aging, parenting, self-image, relational problems, stress, or addiction.

Provided innovative psychotherapy, assessment, diagnosis, substance abuse treatment, and crisis management for clients.

Assisted clients with other emotional or mental disorders.

Utilized many new techniques to help clients realize problematic areas and help them set treatment goals.

Performed DBT or CBT to produce the best mental outcome whether individually or in group sessions.

PSYCHOMETRICIAN, 20hrs/week, 4/2014-9/2015

Genesis Counseling Center Hampton, Virginia

Supervisor: Trina Young 757-***-****

Responsibilities:

Provided psychotherapy and testing services.

Possess knowledge of evidence-based treatments, individual, family, and group psychotherapy for a full range of child, adolescent, and adult psychiatric disorders.

Diagnosed, administered, scored, and interpreted all child intelligence tests (e.g., WISC-IV) and achievement (e.g., WJ-III, WIAT, PIAT) and the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2) measures.

Developed treatment PTSD, Acute Anxiety Disorder plans, etc. to go along with diagnosis.

OFFICE SUPERVISOR, 30hrs/week, 09/2011-01/2014

Atlantic Health Care Group Newport News, Virginia

CEO: Barbara Tuori 843-***-****

Responsibilities:

Served as point of contact for all patients, insurance companies, employees, and vendors.

Tasked with creating and maintaining successful patient and business relationships.

Performed specialized employee searches, interviews, and hiring staff.

Established and implemented new techniques for in-office communication to better assist patients and inter-employee connection.

Assessed (with testing instruments) employee relations and implemented new leadership, as well as instituted training meetings to continue growth.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

University of the Rockies (Colorado Springs, CO)

Doctorate in Psychology, 2013

Concentration: Industrial/Organizational Psychology; Criminal Studies and Juvenile Justice

GPA: 3.75

University of Phoenix (Phoenix, AZ)

Master of Science in Psychology, 2008

Concentration: Psychology

Christopher Newport University (Newport News, VA)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2006

Concentration: Psychology, Sociology

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Crisis Prevention Institute Trainer (2023)- Verbal De-escalation

De-Escalation Training (2022), Crisis Intervention Trainer(Adult and Child) (2022), Cyber Awareness (2022)

Statement Analysis Techniques (2021)

Emergency Management Institute-FEMA- National Incident Management System 700 (2021)

Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response 200 (2021)

Introduction to Incident Command System 100 (2021)

National Response Framework 800 (2021)

Level Three Crash Reconstruction (2021)

Crisis Management Training (2020)

IRB Training (to perform research at VA Tech and CNU) (2020)

CPR/FIRST AID Certified (2020)

Motorcycle Crash Investigation and Reconstruction (2019)

Forensic Hit and Run Investigations (2019)

Occupant Protection and Safety (2019)

Occupant Kinematics (2019)

Ped/Bike Crash Investigation (2019))

TIMS Emergency Response Training (Instructor) (2019)

SHRP 2 (Instructor) (2019)

Fundamentals of Crash Investigation and Reconstruction (2019)

Advanced Crash Investigation and Reconstruction (2019)

VOLUNTEER WORK

Counseling services to non-profit organizations (including Substance Abuse classes) (2017- present) Yorktown, Virginia

Victory YMCA (2017-present) Yorktown, Virginia

Orphan Helpers (2015) Yorktown, Virginia

Humane Society (2013) Yorktown, Virginia

American Psychological Association Member (2012) Yorktown, Virginia

Published in ProQuest (2012) Yorktown, Virginia

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