Senior Internship I

Posted on: 2008-01-17

Chery Jones (201) 349 – 6376 2039 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Vodra Hall # 517, Jersey City, NJ 07305 [email protected] _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Objective: To obtain an internship where I can utilize both of my Art Therapy and Psychology education and skills. Qualifications: Management of large groups, presented to groups and individuals, writing of case studies and protocols/minutes, observation and material analysis, creative and expressive arts. Summary: Database and internet research, standard office equipment, Microsoft Offices, some experience in therapeutic touch and the Rogerian Approach, guided meditation, basic psychological statistics, and working with school age children, adolescents and adults. Education: Candidate for a Bachelor of Arts Degree 5/08 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Double Major: Art Therapy and Psychology G.P.A.: 3.31 Related Senior Internship I, (Hamilton Park Health Care Center) 9/07-12/07 Experience: 525 Monmouth Street, Jersey City, N J 07302 Evaluated and recorded data on eight older adults, by meeting twice a week, using recreational and therapeutic art techniques to view developmental changes, increase relaxation and creative expression, as well as to improve hand-eye coordination among higher and some lower functioning individuals. Case Study Internship, (A. Harry Moore School for Special Education) 1/06 - 5/06 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Evaluated and recorded data on one student (mentally and emotionally impaired) by meeting each week for ten weeks, using art as a medium to view developmental changes and environmental dynamics of the student. Resident Assistant, (Residence Life) 1/06 - 5/07 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Managed Resident Halls and residing students, coordinated and promoted activities, reported incidents, completed filing, recording, situational counseling and training for emergencies. JECM Arts & Crafts Coordinator, Internship (AmeriCorps) 5/05-3/06 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Coordinated art and activities, managed small groups of children, participated in community service, (housing reconstruction for Katrina Victims), and provided tours of the Jersey Explorer Children’s Museum (JECM). Group Study Research, (Group Art Therapy Course) 1/04-5/04 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Evaluated and recorded protocols on four young adults ages 19-21 (normal functioning) by meeting once a week for ten weeks, using art as a medium to view group dynamics, individual growth, and developmental changes. Other Administrative Assistant, (Residence Life) 1/06 - Current Experience: New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Responsible for clerical work, data entry, phone reception, filing, fax, and assisting office staff and resident assistants. University Ambassador, (Undergraduate Admissions) 9/06 - 12/07 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Provided university tours, liaison among students and administrators, assisted admissions staff with recruitment activities and training prospective Student Ambassadors, responsible for clerical work in admissions office including: typing, answering phones, and filing. Administrative Assistant, (Institutional Research) 3/05 - 5/06 New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Responsible for clerical work, data entry, recorded statistical information, phone receptionist, filing, fax, scanning, mailing, communication, and minor research. Sales Associate, (Ashley Stewart Women’s Apparel) 11/03 - 1/05 Urban Brands, Newark, NJ Responsible for customer service, maintaining stock, clothing and display, and assisting manager and other sales associates. References furnished upon request