Currently enrolled as a Java coding bootcamp student at Tech Elevator. Below is a list of projects I've completed or am currently working on:Brewery FinderDeveloped a REST API for a Brewery Finder application. Utilized Java to implement controllers, Data Access Object (DAO) classes, and interfaces to interact with a PostgreSQL database.Loan Catalog Created an application using Java (IntelliJ) and Unit Testing (JUnit) designed to allow members to lend items to each… Show more Currently enrolled as a Java coding bootcamp student at Tech Elevator. Below is a list of projects I've completed or am currently working on:Brewery FinderDeveloped a REST API for a Brewery Finder application. Utilized Java to implement controllers, Data Access Object (DAO) classes, and interfaces to interact with a PostgreSQL database.Loan Catalog Created an application using Java (IntelliJ) and Unit Testing (JUnit) designed to allow members to lend items to each other. Implemented file I/O to read data from text files and manage log files.E-Commerce Management Application Developed logic for an application enabling employees of an e-commerce company to manage data. Utilized Java to implement Data Access Object (DAO) classes and interfaces to interact with a PostgreSQL database. Designed and executed DAO tests to ensure data integrity and functionality. Show less

• Uses HRIS systems daily to track and source candidates for Nursing and Patient Care Support positions; HRIS systems include Taleo, Talemetry, and Peoplesoft• Experience recruiting Nursing and Patient Care Support positions for several UPMC hospitals, including urban hospitals (UPMC Altoona, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital) and regional hospitals (UPMC Horizon, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Northwest)• Member of the UPMC system-wide Subject Matter Experts (SME) team;… Show more • Uses HRIS systems daily to track and source candidates for Nursing and Patient Care Support positions; HRIS systems include Taleo, Talemetry, and Peoplesoft• Experience recruiting Nursing and Patient Care Support positions for several UPMC hospitals, including urban hospitals (UPMC Altoona, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital) and regional hospitals (UPMC Horizon, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Northwest)• Member of the UPMC system-wide Subject Matter Experts (SME) team; creates and presents Recruitment Training for all newly hired Recruitment staff• Plans and hosts recruitment and interview events Show less

• Reviewed internal and external applications for positions as assigned• Conducted phone interviews with qualified candidates and scheduled in-person interviews with hiring managers• Scheduled hired candidates for pre-employment screening appointments at UPMC Employee Health facilities• Initiated background checks for hired candidates via HireRight• Sourced for hard-to-fill positions using UPMC Resume Mirror Search and other online databases• Engaged in cold-calling of… Show more • Reviewed internal and external applications for positions as assigned• Conducted phone interviews with qualified candidates and scheduled in-person interviews with hiring managers• Scheduled hired candidates for pre-employment screening appointments at UPMC Employee Health facilities• Initiated background checks for hired candidates via HireRight• Sourced for hard-to-fill positions using UPMC Resume Mirror Search and other online databases• Engaged in cold-calling of qualified professionals to gauge interest in current positions with UPMC• Assisted recruitment team with Talent Acquisition events• Presented “Pathways to Work” session for candidates attending Nursing Support interview events Show less

• Provided counseling and assessment to college and graduate students ranging in age from 18-40+ years old.• Conducted triage appointments, intake appointments, individual counseling sessions, and consultation appointments.• Implemented theories including, but not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centered Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Adlerian Therapy, Impact Therapy, and creative counseling techniques.• Worked with DSM-IV Diagnoses… Show more • Provided counseling and assessment to college and graduate students ranging in age from 18-40+ years old.• Conducted triage appointments, intake appointments, individual counseling sessions, and consultation appointments.• Implemented theories including, but not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centered Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Adlerian Therapy, Impact Therapy, and creative counseling techniques.• Worked with DSM-IV Diagnoses including adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, grief/bereavement, social phobia; also addressed academic and relational problems. Show less

• Built rapport with and created a comfortable environment for students mandated for alcohol/drug counseling.• Conducted alcohol/drug assessments; Provided alcohol/drug counseling for students in need of individual attention.• Created engaging, interactive, and creative groups that provide education on alcohol and marijuana, and empowered students to make healthy, safe, and responsible choices.• Planned and led five different alcohol education groups per week for mandated students;… Show more • Built rapport with and created a comfortable environment for students mandated for alcohol/drug counseling.• Conducted alcohol/drug assessments; Provided alcohol/drug counseling for students in need of individual attention.• Created engaging, interactive, and creative groups that provide education on alcohol and marijuana, and empowered students to make healthy, safe, and responsible choices.• Planned and led five different alcohol education groups per week for mandated students; planned and led one marijuana education group. Show less