counseling resume july 2016
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Eshley Spitzer, MA, NCC Phone: 303-349-0606 � E-Mail: [email protected] E.S.
Summary Highly motivated counselor and educator with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
Experienced in creatively empowering others to achieve their best self through: � Individual/group counseling � Crisis intervention � Treatment planning � Addictions treatment � Career
counseling � DSM V diagnosis � Community outreach� Curriculum development � Program development � Psychoeducation � Mentorship � Supervision� Team building and leadership � Training
Proficient in managing communications and online content with excellent skills in Microsoft Word & Excel.
Education University of Colorado at Colorado Springs June 2014- May 2016 Master of Arts in Counseling & Human Services (CACREP), Emphasis: Clinical Mental Health, Addictions 2016 Overall Outstanding Department Student � 2015 NBCC Minority Fellowship Program Scholarship GPA: 4.0/4.0
Indiana University August 2009-May 2013 Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Psychology(Honors) GPA: 3.8/4.0
Semester At Sea January 2012- May 2012 Institute For Shipboard Education Abroad Program
Certifications & Organizations National Certified Counselor National Board Of Certified Counselors (NBCC) (In progress) Application awaiting approval Colorado Addiction Counselor (CAC-II) (In progress) Expected completion: 2017 Colorado Career Development Association 2015 Scholarship Recipient
American College of Sports Medicine Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist Certification Number: 1033462 Chi Sigma Iota, Chi Upsilon Chapter Mentorship Chair, 2015-2016 American Counseling Association Member 2014-Present
Counseling & Academic Experience Clinician at The Wellness Center, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) 01/2015-06/2016
§ Provided individual, couples, family and group counseling and education for 12-15 students each week. § Developed and implemented 12-16 week treatment plans for all clients from intake to termination,
focused on goal setting, skill building and ways to improve mental health and campus experience. § Gave regular presentations on a variety of health and wellness topics for students & staff. § Maintained case notes for clients, ensuring proper documentation of session content and interventions § Presented programs on topics relevant to first year students through the Gateway Guides program. § Attended and presented at staff-meetings, trainings and case-presentations on clients each month. § Provided crisis-management, conflict-resolution and referral sources for students, often managing safety
plans for those students in need of higher care, working closely with residential staff.
Graduate Assistant, The College of Education, UCCS 06/2014- 06/2016 § Supported student needs through inquiry, application matriculation and graduation procedures. § Processed applications, completed projects, and designed publication materials for departments. § Managed administrative tasks and projects for faculty, staff and students in the College of Education. § Participated in interview and selection process for new staff and faculty in the College of Education,
supervising and training newly accepted staff members. § Interfaced between administration, faculty and students for improved efficiency in student record
keeping, application submission, and utilization of University facilities.
Laboratory Course Leader, UCCS 07/2015-05/2016
§ Assisted faculty in lectures, presenting information about counseling skills and theories to students. § Led graduate students in counseling technique labs, graded and produced course assignments, and
supervised students in developing counseling skills, personal growth and professional identity.
Mentorship Coordinator, Chi Sigma Iota, UCCS 05/2015-05/2016 § Created and executed a mentorship program for counseling graduate students. § Developed manual for first year students with helpful information, supervised selected mentors, planned
and executed chapter events, while overseeing all mentorship program responsibilities.
Health Educator, WebMD, Indianapolis 08/2013-05/2014 § Provided on-site and telephonic wellness and health coaching for clients. § Wrote educational employee and client publications regarding health and wellness.
Volunteer & Leadership Experience Vice President of Communications, Hillel Organization, Indiana University 06/2011- 05/2013
• Organized, promoted and facilitated Hillel programs for over 600 students • Oversaw communication between board members, professional staff and engagement team.
Vice President, Active Minds Club, Indiana University 09/2012- 01/2013
§ Led and organized meetings, events and workshops for the club, dedicated to changing students’ perceptions about mental health and educating students on wellness, depression, anxiety and suicide.
Peer Ambassador for Residential Living, Indiana University 08/2009 -06/2010
§ Acted as partner for residential assistants, aiding with the residence hall programming and events. § Created psycho- educational billboards and presentations attended by all students in assigned hall. § Attended trainings for crisis intervention, skill building, and cultural diversity.
Project Istwa Facilitator in Haiti 07/2012-08/2012 • Facilitated a children’s workshop in Haiti, teaching participants photography and writing to help youth
feel empowered to share personal stories and document culture.
Global Ambassador for Semester at Sea 05/2012-05/2013 • Promoted and marketed the Semester At Sea abroad program to college students. • Coordinated and planned events for students interested in going abroad.
Jewish programing chair on Semester at Sea 01/2012-05/2012
• Planned Jewish programs for Jewish holidays and led trips to local Jewish landmarks and centers while traveling for the students on Semester At Sea during the Spring 2016 voyage.
Research assistant, Peak Vista Diabetes Educator, Colorado Springs 09/2014- 06/2015 § Distributed and analyzed assessments analyzed and completed data entry for ongoing diabetes study. § Coached participants on empirically based strategies to improve diabetes and glucose management.
Research Assistant, Psychological & Brain Sciences Department, Indiana University 01/2013-05/2013
• Recruited participants transcribed data and completed data entry for various psychology studies.
Journalism & Communications Experience Social Media & Communications Manager, Ramah Outdoor Adventure, CO 05/ 2013-05/2014 § Developed and managed written communications, social media sites, photography and online content. Communications Assistant, DoGoodBuy.Us 05/2013-05/2014
• Managed Public Relations, organized events and wrote content for the online-based non-profit.
Columnist, Indiana Student Daily, Indiana University 09/2010- 05/2013 • Wrote 2-3 weekly articles covering local, national and campus news. • Managed and produced content for the travel, food, arts, and mental-health sections.
Reporter, 850 KOA News Radio, CO 05/2012-08/2012
• Reported for the broadcast station, developing newscasts, conducting interviews and attending events.
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