KWADWO A. BOATENG

1167 Cadet Terrace Elmira, New York 14904 (607) 483-8455Kboa651912@aol.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Highly educated Human Services Professional with a strong commitment to enriching the lives of others. Offer solid background in assessment, counseling, case management, group facilitation, documentation and reporting. Experience in the treatment of individuals with chemical addiction. Strong theoretical foundation in several therapeutic and intervention modalities, with the ability to effectively balance professionalism with empathy.

EDUCATION A.A.S. in Chemical Dependency Counseling (5/ 08)-Corning Community College Honors: Dean's List (Fall 2006); President's List (Spring & Fall 2007) Graduate Studies in Counseling/Psychology (1992)-Elmira College and Marywood University B.s. in Human Services (1989)- Elmira College A.A.S. in Human Services (1983)-Corning Community College Continuing Education- Crisis Prevention Intervention/Safety Mechanics; Therapeutic Crisis Intervention;

RELATED EXPERIENCES Counselor / Case Manager-Kinship Family & Youth Services, Bath, NY (3/07-6/09) 1Provided individual counseling to adult alcohol and drug abusers in a residential group home setting. Supervised and oversaw safety of residents, administered medications and prepared relevant documents (i.e, daily log, progress reports).

Internship- (Domiciliary)- VA. Medical Center, Bath, NY (1/08-5/08) iProvided individual and group counseling to both male and female adults with drug and alcohol related issues. IParticipated in education groups and treatment meetings.

Education Specialist-EOP of Chermung County, Elmira, NY (6/93-7/93) Provided comprehensive counseling, teaching and supervision to program participants. rFacilitated group sessions related to drug and alcohol prevention.

Placement Counselor-Rochester Rehabilitation Center Inc, Rochester, NY (12/90-9/91)

Responsible for supervising welfare population, case recording, job development and placement. Designed program curriculum and implemented job seeking skills component. Organized Job Fair involving over 40 employees. Developed 50 + new employer contracts for opportunities in the private sector. Member of job development network to execute information seminars for group presentations. Resident Counselor-Human Service Providers Inc., Mansfield, PA (12/89-12/90) Handled client's ADLs, behavior management planning, assessment/ evaluation and case documentation.

Program Operator-Ernie Davis Community Center, Elmira, NY (1/89-12/89) Supervisor of Job Training Partnership Act Employment Program at the Elmira Neighborhood House. Oversaw high school dropout population seeking pre-employment skills training and placement.

Resident Counselor-Chemung County ARC Elmira, NY (1985-1986) Assisted clients with ADLs, goal implementation, transportation, and socialization skills. Facilitated individual program planning, and administered medications.

Direct Care Resident Counselor-United Cerebral Palsy, Horseheads, NY (1984) iSupervised clients and the Men's Club. Participated in recreational activities, goal planning case management, evaluation, independent living skills and documentation.

Child Care Worker-Elmira Glove House, Inc., Elmira, NY Supervised at-risk youth, adjudicated by the court system. Included group facilitation, progress reports and uniform case recording.