Cheryl A. Casali 14099 Elmhurst Dr. Sterling Heights., MI.

48313 Residence (586) 263-9699 - Cell (586) 243-4653 - E-mail cherylcasali@yahoo.com Work Experience: Intern, Havenwyck Hospital, Auburn Hills, MI.

September 2013-Current

Complete initial assessments of newly admitted patients in acute mental crisis Assess patients psychosis symptomology Created treatment plans for patients Facilitated substance abuse and mental health group therapy Created and implemented therapeutic worksheets and treatments Responsible for assessments and group notes for individual patients and group therapy

Intern, Southwest Counseling Solution, Go-Getters Drop-In Center, Detroit, MI 2013

September 2012-May

Facilitate a self-help womens group meetings Responsible for progress notes and assessments on facilitated womens group. Implement group programs based on Health and Wellness Program for the mentally ill Created and implemented editorial team for newsletter Printed and distributed newsletter with-in the agency Assessed clients behavior and needs to determine course of action for services that meets their needs Engaged clients in corrective social therapy June 2000 April 2010

Coordinator of Youth Ministry, St. Matthias Church, Sterling Heights Mi.

Acting as the youth advocate, was instrumental in implementing programs to integrate youth within various parish committees. Formed YAC committee to oversee operation of the youth program. Lead coordinator for the 2007 parish picnic in addition to coordinating several fundraisers a year. This involved planning all aspects of the event, managing groups of volunteers and accountability for proceeds from the event. Developed and consistently maintained the youth group budget on a yearly basis. Wrote weekly Messenger articles for publication in the church paper and presented monthly progress reports to YAC committee and parish council. Created, developed, and implemented fund raising activities. Mentored and counseled youth and their families which often times involved dealing with behavioral issues. Treasurer for BENS vicariate group for 2007-2008 term Responsible for training and scheduling of altar servers for 20 years. Was a member of the vicariate, education, and worship committees.

Personal Accomplishments: Ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously utilizing my highly developed multitasking skills. Gained trust and respect from the youth and their families through keen inter-personal skills and was able to effectively communicate with various groups and committees comprised of all age groups and stature within the parish.

Team Leader, Sams Club, Utica, MI. Summer 1994June 2000 Integral part of the management team responsible for supervising the Center Section day and night crew employees. Maintained order and appearance of stock in addition to making seasonal changes to floor displays as required. Required to attend weekly management meetings and prepared several reports on a weekly and monthly basis. Evaluated employment applications and made determinations as to selecting applicants for the interview process. Conducted interviews as a member of the hiring team and was influential in the selection process. Performed customer service related tasks as well as functions necessary to uphold the Clubs image.

Personal Accomplishments: Advanced ranks within the store from a starting position as door greeter to positions in electronic sales, hard lines department, receiving department as well as cashier positions before earning the title of team leader. As a team leader, I worked closely with other department heads as well as with assistant managers and general managers. Was recognized for being the first female Hi-lo driver at this store location. Gained considerable knowledge of Wal-Mart policy and OSHA requirements. Active member of the OSHA safety team and hiring committee. Acknowledged by management for exemplary customer service skills and ability to relate to fellow coworkers.

Community Service & Volunteer Activities: Fall 2011-Spring 2012 Harbor Chase of Sterling Heights-Memory Care 13400 19 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 (Volunteered time to socialize and stimulate cognitive functioning with senior residence) 1994-Present Youth Advocate, Catechist, and Acolyte Coordinator St. Matthias Church Sterling Heights, MI.

Education: Chippewa Valley High School, Clinton Twp., MI Diploma Sacred Heart Seminary, Detroit, MI Certification of Youth Ministry Macomb Community College, Clinton Twp., MI Associates of General Studies, Associate of Baccalaureate Studies, May 2011. Wayne State University, Detroit MI.-Bachelor of Social Work-May 2013 Wayne State University, Detroit MI. Masters of Social Work-Graduating May 2014