Michael Shavel Email & Phone Number

Bridgeport, Ct, Us

Wethersfield, Connecticut, Us

Provide individual career-related counseling and guidance to the general public as well as target populations. Assess individuals' skills, abilities, interests, education, work history and potential barriers to develop realistic employment plans and to assist with decision-making.Develop and monitor formal training plans for laid-off workers seeking re-training under the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) ActFacilitate a variety of job search workshops such as resume writing, interviewing, labor market information, and job search strategies for the ex-offenderDevelop and maintain relationships with several agencies including State Parole, Probation, and Correction as well as non-profit organizations serving ex-offenders and persons with disabilities

New Britain, Ct, Us

Teach graduate level Career Counseling Class evenings. Research and develop lesson plans, deliver instruction, grade assignments, and mentor graduate students pursing Master's in Clinical Mental Health, Higher Education and School Counseling programs.

As member of Executive Board of Eastbound Community Theatre, assist in the strategic planning and operation. Produce one-act and full-length plays. Coordinate, organize, and manage theatrical productions to ensure a profit.

I am very excited to have served as President of the Connecticut Counseling Association, the nation's oldest Counseling Association (2018 celebrates our 91st anniversary!). The mission of the Connecticut Counseling Association (CCA) is to support and advocate for counselors and the counseling profession through promoting professional identity, providing opportunities for professional development and networking, and offering resources to better support those we serve.I am looking forward to providing support and guidance to our current members, which includes Mental Health, Addiction, and Career Counselors as well as Graduate Students and Retired Professionals. 2018-2019 is an important year as we look to capitalize on this past year's momentum towards obtaining two-tier Licensure for our profession. The two-tier licensure will enable new graduates of approved Mental Health Counseling programs to immediately obtain a Professional License while working under proper supervision.My goals for the next year include increasing membership (CCA currently has 400+ members and is growing!), offer quality and timely professional development opportunities, and promote our newly formed Special Interest Group for Addictions. I am honored to serve as President and am happy to answer any questions. Please contact me at mikeshavel@sbcglobal.net Thank You, Michael Shavel

I am excited to be the President of the Career Development Division and look forward to working with our executive board over the next year. CCCDA will collaborate and support the other divisions of CCA through career guidance and decision making, job search assistance, social media, and resume preparation, We have delivered two Professional Development Days annually to enhance the skills of all professional counselors. Please like the CCCDA on our Facebook Page. Please contact me should you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you.

Clinical Internship while enrolled in the Clinical Mental Health Master Degree program at Southern CT State University. Diagnosed mental health disorders for Combat Veterans from all wartime era's using DSM-IV criteria. Collaborated with client to develop individual treatment plan utilizing VA resources. Scheduled veterans for clinical diagnosis at West Haven VA hospital for PTSD, depression, and combat-related mental health issues. Provided individual and group counseling sessions according to treatment plan. Facilitated weekly counseling group of ten Korean War & WWII veterans with PTSD to help improve coping skills and quality of life. Arranged display of photos in Vet Center obtained from National Museum of American Jewish Military History as part of project on cultural diversity.

Directed one-act plays for local festivals during 2006 - 2009.

Assessed employers' hiring, renention, and employee training needs. Initiated, developed and monitored contracts under the Customized Job Training and Apprenticeship programs. Originated and executed contracts to reimburse employers for actual workers training costs related to new equipment purchases, advanced manufacturing, Lean Practices, Six Sigma, ISO 9000 Certifications.

M.S., Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology