Doreen Barkowitz
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in educational program management and behavioral health training, most recently at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Excelled in orchestrating international conferences and developing impactful training materials. Proven abilities in team leadership and effective written and verbal communication, alongside a solid background as a Licensed Social Worker. Achievements include significantly enhancing family support services and professional development programs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Education and Consultative Services
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
07.2015 - 06.2023
- Responsible for producing national and international conferences with psychiatrists and researchers to share their treatment best practices and research findings in the field of mental health for children and adults.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Wrote content for brochures, registration sites, and publicity releases.
- Worked closely with venues and technical staff to ensure all programs ran smoothly.
- Managed staff and collaborated with several departments within the University of Pittsburgh, and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
- Created digital newsletters to share with our stakeholders monthly.
Training Coordinator, Youth/Family Training Instit
Western Psychiatric Hospital, UPMC
03.2011 - 06.2015
- Wrote manuals for the trainers and the participants.
- Created a train-the-trainer program to meet client demand.
- Maintained accurate records of client participation in training events, tracking progress towards learning objectives.
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities, securing necessary equipment, and managing participant registration.
- Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring support for clients seeking professional growth and development.
Family Support Specialist
Human Services Administration Organization
09.2007 - 03.2011
- Enhanced family well-being by providing comprehensive support services and resources.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems to access needed supports and benefits.
- Kept families of the agency informed with weekly digital newsletters.
- Maintained detailed notes to assist case managers of their work with the families.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work (master's Degree in Social Work)-MSW
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLBachelor of Arts - Sociology
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJSkills
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Successful team leadership and guidance
- Experience with adolescents, adults, seniors, and families as a therapist
- Experience in developing and implementing workshop presentations for conferences concentrating on emotional and behavioral health
- Experience in developing and implementing training for professionals in the field of behavioral health
- Managed departments including the hiring of employees, maintenance of outside contracts, budgets, and positive relationships with other departments within the organization
Timeline
Manager, Education and Consultative Services
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
07.2015 - 06.2023
Training Coordinator, Youth/Family Training Instit
Western Psychiatric Hospital, UPMC
03.2011 - 06.2015
Family Support Specialist
Human Services Administration Organization
09.2007 - 03.2011
Master of Arts - Social Work (master's Degree in Social Work)-MSW
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Ramapo College of New Jersey
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