Marketing Strategist A Career

IRENE SILVA

**** **. ****** ******. ************, PA 19130 *************@*****.*** 267-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Obtain a career in Art Therapy and Counseling utilizing my knowledge of art in processing complex emotions and cognitive abilities for more preferred behavioral outcomes. To encapsulates my enthusiasm in promoting wellbeing and engaging attributes with diverse populations.

EDUCATION

Cedar Crest College, Allentown PA Jan 2020- Present

M.A. Art Therapy/ Counseling

Expected Graduation August 2025

The Pennsylvania State University, Abington PA Dec 2014

B.A. Arts; Psychology Minor

CPR certified by American Red Cross Aug 2024

EXPERIENCE

El Concilio, Philadelphia, PA. Aug 2023- Oct 2024

Strengthening Families Coordinator

Partnered with community leaders, non-profits, and other organizations in providing community needs and supports

Hosted virtual safe spaces for children and adults using Art as a facilitation

Hosted educational and creative workshops that services the community needs

Marketing strategist’s

Facilitated Art initiatives to bridge the gap between case managers and clients

Hosted Parent Café’s in person and virtually

Created engaging bridges of communications with parents and staff

Coordinated events, fundraisers, and programs

Grant writing skillset

Collecting data in support for DHS and lowering ACE’s Scores

Turning Points for Children, Philadelphia, PA. Aug 2020- Aug 2023

Strengthening Families Coordinator

Partnered with community leaders, non-profits, and other organizations

Hosted virtual safe spaces for children and adults using Art as a facilitator

Efficient in digital platforms: zoom, Instagram, Facebook, etc.

Hosted educational and creative workshops that services the community

Marketing strategist’s

Facilitated Art initiatives to bridge the gap between case managers and clients

Hosted Parent Café’s in person and virtually

Created engaging bridges of communications with parents and staff

Coordinated events, fundraisers and programs

Provided resources for family needs

Created a safe space for families and staff virtually and in person

Aramark, Philadelphia, PA Oct 2015- Mar 2020

Shift Lead

Managed several employee’s to efficiently maintain time schedule

Handled managerial duties, including cash drops, inventory, training new personnel, and concession orders

Provided excellent customer service with enthusiasm and welcoming service

Worked in a fast-paced environment including serving over 2000 guests

Collaborated effectively in groups and alone

Receptionist duties that include, but not limited to effectively resolving any miscommunications, giving directions and assuring costumer satisfactions

Allen’s Lane Art Center, Summer Camp, Philadelphia, PA June –Aug 2016

Art Instructor

Planned and executed a mural Art field trip for 60 children and camp counselors

Managed several counselors under my division

Assisted with parent’s questions and concerns

Coordinated 2 art shows for camper’s artwork and a theater production with campers

Correlated schedules and maintained the health and wellbeing of all campers needs

Handled and updated paperwork for campers, counselors and workshop’s

Taught gardening, art and swimming

Background clearance

2nd Home Adult Day Care Services, Abington, PA Aug -Dec 2014

Recreational Adjunct/ Student worker

Creating Music and Art therapy sessions to induce recall memory and treat forms of dementia.

Provided different creative activities to express and communicate.

Created an environment for patients to feel safe, comfortable and communicate freely.

Applied movement activities for more responsive motor skills and complex thinking.

Pennsylvania State University, Abington, PA Jan -May 2014

Student worker/Information Receptionist

Greeted students and administrators upon arrival

Handled student phone calls and inquiries

Supported advisors by quickly and efficiently completing general administrative duties

Collected and updated student demographics necessary for graduation and to fulfill transcript requirements

Responsible for labeling, mailing, using excel spread sheet, answering phones and creating appointments

Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia PA Jan 2011-Jan 2013

Receptionist

Utilized advanced communication skills to provide customer service

Greeted and directed passengers with guided tours

Translated Greek-English for non-English speaking Greek passengers

Made quick decisions to solve problems and improve the flow of foot traffic during busy times

Creatively designed an office bulletin board for employees

LEADERSHIP/ COMMUNITY SERVICE

Pennsylvania American Art Therapy Association (PAATA) Jan 2023- Jan 2024

Student Representative for Cedar Crest College

Liaison between PAATA and Cedar Crest students’ personnel

Updated educational and art therapy innovations with Cedar Crest College

Fundraised and promoted Art Therapy

Joined Licensure PAATA meetings and supported PAATA initiatives

Integrated opportunities for students and PAATA members to support the future of Art Therapy

Form in Art, Philadelphia Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA Nov 2015 –2018

Volunteer

Navigate visually impaired people through the Art Museum

Supported and assisted visually impaired people through creative sculptures

Created fun and safe environments for creativity

Prepared, organized and monitored ceramics rooms

Devised innovative projects for the visually impaired

SUMMARY OF SKILLS

Understanding creative use of art materials

Understanding and use of the Expressive Therapy Continuum (ETC)

Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook

Adobe Illustrator, Photo Shop

Google docs

Community organizer

Oral and written proficiency in Greek

Great communication skills

Creative and dynamic in problem solving

Mandated Reporter 2022

CPR Certified 2024

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