Experience

Vet Centers

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Readjustment Counselor

  • Jun 2015 - Present

  Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area • As a Vet Center Counselor I contribute to a multidisciplinary team providing Veterans with community outreach, counseling, therapy, direct services and referral. • This position allows me to collaborate with other agencies and VA disciplines in providing the best services possible to our nations veterans and their families. • My responsibilities include assessment interviews, developing treatment plans, community outreach and education, and advocacy. Treatment… Show more • As a Vet Center Counselor I contribute to a multidisciplinary team providing Veterans with community outreach, counseling, therapy, direct services and referral. • This position allows me to collaborate with other agencies and VA disciplines in providing the best services possible to our nations veterans and their families. • My responsibilities include assessment interviews, developing treatment plans, community outreach and education, and advocacy. Treatment moralities may include crisis intervention as well as both short and long-term services. Show less



University of Iowa

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Veteran Resource Specialist

  • Aug 2014 - Present

  College of Education • Facilitate successful transitions for veterans and enlisted into higher education • Identify logistical issues that veterans may encounter as they enter higher education and help facilitate appropriate resources • Educate faculty and staff within the University of Iowa’s campus community about needs that may be unique to student veterans • Work collaboratively with the College of Education’s I-SERVE team to develop an atmosphere that is conducive to teaching, learning, and… Show more • Facilitate successful transitions for veterans and enlisted into higher education • Identify logistical issues that veterans may encounter as they enter higher education and help facilitate appropriate resources • Educate faculty and staff within the University of Iowa’s campus community about needs that may be unique to student veterans • Work collaboratively with the College of Education’s I-SERVE team to develop an atmosphere that is conducive to teaching, learning, and collaboration between rightful parties

• PhD Student Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling

  • 2014 - Present

  University of Iowa I am currently pursuing my PhD in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling. In addition to my studies as a PhD student I am working on the I-SERVE Veteran Initiative project in the College of Education. I have research interests in veteran rehabilitation/reintegration issues as well as gerontology.



U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Vet Center

  • Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area • Conduct client intake evaluations • Write and file appropriate case files • Conduct individual and group psychotherapy • Facilitate community outreach with veterans, public events, and military training events • Work collaboratively with a diverse counseling team and client population • Maintain a high level of scheduling organization while maintaining academic responsibilities



MECCA

• Substance Abuse Counseling practicum

  • Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  Iowa City, Iowa Area • Conduct client intake evaluations • Plan treatment protocol with the help of MECCA supervisor • Conduct psychotherapy counseling with extended outpatient clients • Write and file appropriate case files under strict timelines • Take part in group staff meetings • Co-facilitate extended outpatient therapy groups • Received training in Motivational Interviewing techniques



On With Life

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Counseling practicum

  • Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Ankeny, Iowa • Conduct Individual and group counseling sessions • Take part in neuropsychological evaluations • Help clients work toward vocational and personal goals • Help coordinate intake and discharge plans for client • Gain a working understanding of the many therapeutic disciplines that are incorporated with each client i.e. neuropsychology, PT/OT, speech pathology, recreational therapy, music therapy • Gain a better understanding of the varying effects of TBI on individuals as… Show more • Conduct Individual and group counseling sessions • Take part in neuropsychological evaluations • Help clients work toward vocational and personal goals • Help coordinate intake and discharge plans for client • Gain a working understanding of the many therapeutic disciplines that are incorporated with each client i.e. neuropsychology, PT/OT, speech pathology, recreational therapy, music therapy • Gain a better understanding of the varying effects of TBI on individuals as well as their families • Make appropriate adjustments to communication style in relation to injuries Show less



Central College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Student Supervior

  • Dec 2005 - Sep 2011

  Pella, Iowa • Hire and supervise student workers for the Facilities Dept. • Prioritized and delegated daily work assignments and training • Organize and execute projects under strict deadlines • Act as college representative for diverse groups of visitors • Assisted in the development of the Central College emergency action plan • Interact effectively with a diverse student body, college faculty, and staff • Participated on Central College Medical Emergency Response Team



Iowa Air National Guard

• Crash Rescue

  • Mar 2002 - Mar 2008

  Des Moines, Iowa Area • Facilitated training • Conducted annual evaluation and productivity counseling • Assisted with public fire prevention and safety programs • Inspection and enforcement of fire safety codes • Served as a rescue medic in Iraq (2007) • Maintained firefighting and EMT certifications through continuing education and experience • Achievements garnered include: Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal • Licensure:… Show more • Facilitated training • Conducted annual evaluation and productivity counseling • Assisted with public fire prevention and safety programs • Inspection and enforcement of fire safety codes • Served as a rescue medic in Iraq (2007) • Maintained firefighting and EMT certifications through continuing education and experience • Achievements garnered include: Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal • Licensure: Firefighter I, Fire fighter II, EMT B, HazMat. Tech, Fire inspector I, Fire Officer I, Mass Causality scene management, Wild Fire certification, Airport fire fighter. Show less



Scheels All Sports

• Archery Manager

  • Feb 2003 - Jan 2006

  West DesMoines, Iowa • Budget management, establish professional relationships with vendors, development of profit margin • Develop a diverse customer base • Supervise completion of detailed firearms forms for accuracy • Facilitated training for new employees • Engaged with upper level management in an effective manner • Volunteered as a fly-fishing and archery instructor at Spring Brook conservation education center in Guthrie Center



Marine Corps Recruiting

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• TOW GUNNER

  • Apr 1992 - Apr 1996

  Kaneohe Bay Hawaii • Facilitate personnel training, delegation of work assignments, conduct counseling and evaluation of personnel • Worked collaboratively with diverse teams and cultures under high stress/high stakes conditions in several areas of the world • Engaged in leadership decisions in a constantly changing environment while maintaining flexibility and adaptability • Ability to work closely with a small diverse team, see team members differences as an asset to the success of the team… Show more • Facilitate personnel training, delegation of work assignments, conduct counseling and evaluation of personnel • Worked collaboratively with diverse teams and cultures under high stress/high stakes conditions in several areas of the world • Engaged in leadership decisions in a constantly changing environment while maintaining flexibility and adaptability • Ability to work closely with a small diverse team, see team members differences as an asset to the success of the team, not a detriment to the success of the team Show less