Christopher Peterson, Ed.D.

Experience

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  CEDARS

  Aug 1998 - Dec 2002

  Youth Specialist III (Residential Treatment Center)

  This was my springboard job, towards a career working with youth and families. My role was to provide direct, quality care to at-risk youth whom have been placed at the Residential Treatment Center for substance abuse and mental health treatment. In this role, I had to be extremely flexible, mindful and observant of clients, and make decisions quickly during crisis. Highlighted Tasks:• Intervention and guidance• Scheduling and assigning floor staff duties as Shift Lead• Developing and facilitating Anger Management Group for the residents on a bi-weekly basis• Creating a safe environment through prevention/redirection, training and building a foundation of respect and trust with the clients Show less

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  Visinet Inc.

  Dec 2002 - Dec 2003

  Family Support Specialist

  At Visinet, I worked with families on strength-based goals to achieve reunification or family preservation.Highlighted Tasks:• Providing information, strategies and tips for improved parenting goals as outlined by court or the family and family's case manager• Strictly documenting the outlining behaviors, conversations, interaction and responses by the family• Building on-going relationship between the parents, children and other providers through facilitated meetings and group goal settingAs a FSS, I balanced the needs of the child, their family, and other service providers, (frequently not in complete alignment). I honed in my skills of active listening and building person-centered alliances. I also learned a lot about how to present ideas to others, knowing that the information was unlikely to be well received. Show less

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  Time Warner Cable

  Dec 2003 - Jul 2004

  Field Technician Dispatcher/Customer Service Representative

  Considering my interests, skills, values, and personality, I found this position exciting. I did not have a lot of prior experience in this field, however the pay, hours, and benefits were appealing.Highlighted Tasks:• Working closely with field technicians by scheduling, providing directions, monitoring routes, time efficiency and liaising between the customer, customer service and the technician• Providing professional technical advice in a timely manner for customers with various questions about billing, services, accounts and products Show less

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  NOVA

  Jul 2004 - Jul 2008

  Training and Development Specialist

  Throughout my career with this employer I moved to several satellite locations, and held various positions. Highlighted Tasks:Developing core English lessons for a variety of students and individual needs ranging from TOEC/TOEFL test preparation to conversational speech development• Providing quality lessons in English to students ranging in age 6-65+ in a classroom of 1-10• Creating and implementing curriculum for the students consistent with their needs and learning styles and documented any future plans to address individual goals• Providing training and demonstrations to new employees on responsibilities, duties, expectations and fostering an on-going relationship by giving advice and methodology to insure quality teaching practices• Maintaining the school branch by coordinating the needs of administration, office staff and teachersI learned about acculturation, acquiring a new language, varying forms of etiquette, my privileges, and the importance of taking chances. Show less

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  State of Nebraska

  Jun 2008 - Oct 2011

  Child and Family Services Specialist/Juvenile Services Officer

  Highlighted Tasks:Working with abuse/neglect victims, juvenile status offenders and delinquents, whom have been adjudicated and placed into the custody of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for services and placement.• Conceptualizing cases by identifying needs, creating case plans for strategies to correct the adjudicated behaviors and ensure success in the juvenile court system.• Composing accurate court reports by reviewing varying evaluations from the mental health and service districts and analyzing strengths.• Apprehension and detention of youth identified as a danger to themselves or the community• Providing court reports that recommend specific strategies in accordance to best practice, best interest of the child, family, and community.• Evaluating the core problems faced by the youth and their family by collecting information from various resources and direct communication. Show less

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  Boone County Government, Missouri

  Dec 2011 - Aug 2012

  Deputy Juvenile Officer

  Supervising deputy juvenile officers are responsible for supervising moderate to high risk youth offenders who have been adjudicated. Each youth’s needs and risks can vary significantly which is why deputy juvenile officers develop individual supervision contracts for their clientele, including varying levels of supervision, as well as referrals to appropriate counseling, education, and treatment programs.Highlighted Tasks:• Supervised moderate to high risk youth offenders.• Reading Miranda Rights to youth in custody to preserve the admissibility of their statements.• Drafted and prepared petitions, affidavits, and other materials for the Juvenile Officer attorney.• Served summons and subpoenas to court involved parties.• Administered Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventories, Risk/Needs Inventories, and participated in treatment team meetings with youth placed at the Robert L. Perry Juvenile Justice Center.• Maintained close working relationships with other agencies including the Boone County Sheriff’s Department, Columbia Police Department, and the Columbia/Ashland Public School Systems. Show less

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  University of Missouri-Columbia

  Aug 2012 - May 2014

  Graduate Research Assistant

  While in my graduate program I was fortunate to have a 2-year assistantship. I acted as the Student Organization Graduate Advisor and Ambassador Supervisor.Highlighted Tasks:• Supervised 20 undergraduate student employees assigned to work as Ambassadors in the Student Center.• Developed and facilitated semester trainings to enhance productivity, confidence, performance, and general knowledge and responsibilities of the position. • Facilitated weekly one-on-one supervision to executive directors and provided feedback on learning, professional development, and goal setting. • Advised student organization on development and implementation of campus activities and events. Show less

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  Temple University

  Nov 2014 - now

  As a Career Coach I meet with a diverse population of both current students and alumni within the realm of government, non-profit, the arts, and law and legal services. Highlighted Tasks:• Coach students on a variety of topics including, career/major exploration, preparing/critique of documents, career assessment, and identifying and developing career goals.• Support university initiatives and collaborate with various departments and organizations through presentations, workshops, co-facilitating events, and acting on committees including financial wellness and mental health. Show less Oversaw all student services for the Intensive English and Access Temple ProgramsHighlighted Tasks: • Developed and implemented eight new student orientations annually.• Addressed student issues, from practical matters involving attendance, housing, and adjustment, to minor student crises as they arise.• Partnered with the Director in managing more significant student crises and emergencies.• Supervised the Student Services Assistant as well as a body of student volunteers. Show less

  • Assistant Director, Student Involvement

    May 2022 - now

  • Career Coach

    Feb 2017 - Jun 2022

  • Student Service Coordinator

    Nov 2014 - Feb 2017