Bernardo Rodriguez
Bronx, NY 10474
December 7, 2010
Dear Sir/Madam
I am interested in an entry level position in the field of Substance Abuse and Addiction. I am have a CASAC T designation I am also a graduate of Mercy College and hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.
As you will see from my resume enclosed I have experience, strong interviewing, organizational, communication and computer skills. I read, write, and speak both English and Spanish fluently.
I am looking forward to working for an organization like yours dedicated to assisting those with substance use disorders, mental health problems and health concerns. I believe your organization and the clients you serve. will benefit from my skills, abilities, and experience.
I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you for an interview so we can discuss what skills, knowledge and abilities I would bring to your organization.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume and considering me for a position. I can be reached at 718-***-**** or 917-***-****.
Sincerely,
Bernardo Rodriguez
BR:enc/resume
Bernardo Rodriguez
1234 Spofford Avenue, Apt. 2E, Bronx, NY 10474
718-***-**** (Home) 917-***-**** (Cell)
E-mail: ***********@*********.***
Summary of Qualifications Over three years of experience in the field of Social and Behavioral Science with a strong emphasis in recruiting, research, interview, counseling and assessment. Ability to multitask and work under pressure. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Proficient in Phlebotomy and HIV/AIDS pre and post counseling and testing. Computer literate in all PC Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, SPSS, and Internet Explorer. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Proficient at Public Relations and Public Speaking.
Education & Training
Alcoholism Counsel of New York 1/20/2010- 11/30/2010
CASAC T
MicroPower Career Institute 2009
Help Desk, A+, Network+, and Servers (MCSA)
Mercy College Dobbs Ferry, NY
Degree Awarded: Bachelors of Science Psychology 2003
Majors Program Honors in Psychology Psi Chi Honors Society
Cum-Laude
Degree Awarded: Associates of Art Liberal Arts 2001
Collaborative IRB Training Initiative for Human Subject Research 2003 & 2007 Social/Behavioral Science. (Basic and refresher course)
New York State Department of Health/AIDS Institute training program. 2007
"HIV testing in NYS: 2005 Guidance" (4.0 Hours)
"HIV Testing Skills Practice Session" (6.5 Hours)
Certified in Phlebotomy at Jacoby Medical Center 2004
Work Experience
U.S. Census Bureau Bronx, NY 1/2010 - 6/ 25/10
Partnership Assistant/ Enumerator
• Enumerate area that did not respond to Census mail-in questionnaires
• Public Relations, Conduct presentation to the various organizations on the importance of the Census for them and their communities
• Work with community Leaders and Activist to Educate and Motivate Community participation with the Census
• Out Reach, Set up tabling site and event to reach out to the communities
American Transit Inc Bronx, NY 1/2008 -12/2008
Vehicle Operator
• Picked up and dropped-off Disabled and Elderly participants of Access -A -Ride
• Ensured passenger safety and adhered to City and State transportation regulation
• Maintained an ongoing written account of mileage and time for pick-up and drop- off.
• Collected fares and obtained passenger's signatures for trip tickets.
Albert Einstein College of Medicine Bronx, NY 9/2003 -12/2006 Clinical Interviewer/Research Assistant
• Recruited and interviewed research participants
• Recorded data onto DCI and logged all interviews
• Drew, registered and stored blood and conducted HIV rapid testing
• Abstracted medical records and inputted data onto SPSS data base
P.M. Security and Communications Bronx, NY 8/1993-9/2003 Security and Communication Technician
Age-Link Research Scholar at Columbia 2002
Research Assistant
United States Census Bureau, Bronx, NY Crew Leader 2000-2000
Schaffer Foods Inc New Rochelle, NY Tractor-Trailer Driver 1990-1993
J. Pandel & Son Bronx, NY Ware House Manager 1980-1990
United States Army Mess Sergeant 1973-1976
Licensed to operate Trucks, Trailers, and Buses
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