Jacqueline Cownie
Employment Specialist at Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division- Claim this Profile
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Peggy Bruso RN, BSN
Jacqueline helped me so much with getting grants to further my education, helping me with my resume and providing me with resources to help me achieve my goals. I returned to college at an older age and really needed direction. Jacqueline was there for me every step of the way and went above and beyond to assist me in any way she could! She is warm, friendly and excellent at her job. I would highly recommend her to any of my friends or family that would ever be in need of her services. Margaret Bruso RN
SANDRA J SPENCER
It has been my pleasure to know Jacqueline for a number of years. She is a positive, upbeat, and encouraging professional. She is always willing to go above and beyond to help people and to extend a helping hand. Jacqueline is an excellent employment specialist and shows a high level of commitment to her clients. She always takes the time to meet with her clients and answer any and all questions they may have. I would be happy to answer and questions regarding Jacqueline and believe she would be an asset to any organization. Sandra J Spencer
Peggy Bruso RN, BSN
Jacqueline helped me so much with getting grants to further my education, helping me with my resume and providing me with resources to help me achieve my goals. I returned to college at an older age and really needed direction. Jacqueline was there for me every step of the way and went above and beyond to assist me in any way she could! She is warm, friendly and excellent at her job. I would highly recommend her to any of my friends or family that would ever be in need of her services. Margaret Bruso RN
SANDRA J SPENCER
It has been my pleasure to know Jacqueline for a number of years. She is a positive, upbeat, and encouraging professional. She is always willing to go above and beyond to help people and to extend a helping hand. Jacqueline is an excellent employment specialist and shows a high level of commitment to her clients. She always takes the time to meet with her clients and answer any and all questions they may have. I would be happy to answer and questions regarding Jacqueline and believe she would be an asset to any organization. Sandra J Spencer
Peggy Bruso RN, BSN
Jacqueline helped me so much with getting grants to further my education, helping me with my resume and providing me with resources to help me achieve my goals. I returned to college at an older age and really needed direction. Jacqueline was there for me every step of the way and went above and beyond to assist me in any way she could! She is warm, friendly and excellent at her job. I would highly recommend her to any of my friends or family that would ever be in need of her services. Margaret Bruso RN
SANDRA J SPENCER
It has been my pleasure to know Jacqueline for a number of years. She is a positive, upbeat, and encouraging professional. She is always willing to go above and beyond to help people and to extend a helping hand. Jacqueline is an excellent employment specialist and shows a high level of commitment to her clients. She always takes the time to meet with her clients and answer any and all questions they may have. I would be happy to answer and questions regarding Jacqueline and believe she would be an asset to any organization. Sandra J Spencer
Peggy Bruso RN, BSN
Jacqueline helped me so much with getting grants to further my education, helping me with my resume and providing me with resources to help me achieve my goals. I returned to college at an older age and really needed direction. Jacqueline was there for me every step of the way and went above and beyond to assist me in any way she could! She is warm, friendly and excellent at her job. I would highly recommend her to any of my friends or family that would ever be in need of her services. Margaret Bruso RN
SANDRA J SPENCER
It has been my pleasure to know Jacqueline for a number of years. She is a positive, upbeat, and encouraging professional. She is always willing to go above and beyond to help people and to extend a helping hand. Jacqueline is an excellent employment specialist and shows a high level of commitment to her clients. She always takes the time to meet with her clients and answer any and all questions they may have. I would be happy to answer and questions regarding Jacqueline and believe she would be an asset to any organization. Sandra J Spencer
Credentials
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Adult Education Certification
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Experience
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Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Employment Specialist
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Apr 2016 - Present
Activley working with the Director of the Adult Education Division to create the first ever employment program for our current students and graduates. Create and develop relationships with local Business and Industry to determine their employment needs in order to plan and prepare our students. Activley working with the Director of the Adult Education Division to create the first ever employment program for our current students and graduates. Create and develop relationships with local Business and Industry to determine their employment needs in order to plan and prepare our students.
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Erie Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Case Manager
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Feb 2015 - Aug 2016
The Pathways program provides High School Equivalency courses, Pre-Collegiate Studies Services and RISE classes at no cost to those students who wish to enter college but are not academically ready. In addition they receive career advisement and mentoring, assistance with financial aid and college application procedures, intensive instruction to prepare students for college entrance exams, and fast track enrollment into a wide range of degree, certificate or vocational training programs. Pre-Collegiate/ RISE Case Manager Facilitated HSE class Show less
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Erie Community College One Stop Career & Training Center (WIA Grant)
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Erie Community College North Campus, Williamsville, New York
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Case Manager / Career Counselor
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Nov 2005 - Feb 2015
Erie Community College Workforce Development One Stop Center embraces collaboration with partners under the Workforce Investment Act. Partners include: New York State Department of Labor, Supportive Services Corporation, the Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division, Buffalo & Erie County Workforce Development Consortium, Adult Career & Continuing Education Services Vocational Rehabilitation and Board of Cooperative Education Services Intake & Assessment Counselor / Skills Development Specialist - Excellent written and oral communication skills used to develop comprehensive career plans of clientele by writing, developing and implementing programs and workshops to aid participants in their vocational, social and educational development. - Facilitate One Stop Orientations and workshops onsite and offsite to small and large groups of job seekers. Designed and facilitated workshops "Resume Critique & Development"; "Exploring the Hidden Job Market". - Counsel One Stop customers daily in the development of individual career and employment plans including resume development, cover letter writing, job search skills and interviewing techniques. - On the job experience enhancing customer awareness and knowledge of how to make educational and employment decisions based on Labor Market projections by teaching them how to utilize and interpret local printed materials such as the Buffalo Job Finder, Western New York Jobs and Business First as well as online websites such as The New York State Department of Labor; The United States Department of Labor; America's Career InfoNet; O*NET and Buffalo and Erie County Workforce Development Consortium, Inc. (WDC). Consistently selected to represent the One Stop by providing outreach services to local businesses, and community agencies enhancing the understanding of job seeker and employer needs in the Western New York area. Show less
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Youth Work Experience Coordinator
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Sep 2001 - Nov 2005
•Served economically disadvantaged and disabled youth aged 14 -21 to provide life and workplace skills under the Workforce Investment Act •Coordinated Youth Work Experience Program for participants throughout Erie County. •Recruited and facilitated interviews with student population in local school districts, determining eligibility based on state and federal guidelines. •Maintained and processed payroll records for 400+ youth participants •Monitored and evaluated worksites and participants •Input and maintained student records in a comprehensive OSOS system, adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines Show less
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Education
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2002 - 2004
Buffalo State University
Master’s of Science, Adult Education
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