Robert S. Pack, Ma, Cdms, Vrc Email & Phone Number

Ferndale, Wa, United States

I have found a new position with Cascade Dafo, the premier manufacturer of Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthoses (DAFO) for children. I was born to help others, and I do this better than anyone else I know, using all of my being. I have succeeded in connecting with an employer who truly understands the value of what I bring to my efforts Every day, we help hundreds of children to be able to walk, and this is supremely satisfying to me. I have officially retired from my previous career as a counselor, and… Show more I have found a new position with Cascade Dafo, the premier manufacturer of Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthoses (DAFO) for children. I was born to help others, and I do this better than anyone else I know, using all of my being. I have succeeded in connecting with an employer who truly understands the value of what I bring to my efforts Every day, we help hundreds of children to be able to walk, and this is supremely satisfying to me. I have officially retired from my previous career as a counselor, and am now devoting myself to this new endeavor. I am a very lucky and grateful man. Show less

Burlington, Wa

Portland - Seattle

Working exclusively with injured workers from Boeing, I traveled throughout Washington to meet with and assist my clients in reclaiming their careers by coaching and helping them to identify and develop new and sustainable careers, through appropriate training and professional networking..

Coordinating career service activities (development of extern sites for students, providing soft skills education, and assisting in job placement) for students at a private career college specializing in medical paraprofessional careers

Greater Seattle Area

Developed and coordinated activities, materials and outreach efforts in support of providing Dependable Strength Articulation Process (DSAP) workshops to military veterans and their significant others. Provided extensive community outreach, wrote grants, and made public presentations.

Puget Sound

- Nominated 2006/2007 DSHS Employee of the Year, Individual Performance Award- Served for two years during this time as WorkSource Liaison Counselor, at WorkSource Redmond, conducting a weekly Job Club, teaching workshops and Disability Etiquette and Assistive Technology classes, developing Center procedures for accessing appropriate technology, and coordinating intensive services with other community WorkSource partners- As a team leader, I created, implemented, and managed… Show more - Nominated 2006/2007 DSHS Employee of the Year, Individual Performance Award- Served for two years during this time as WorkSource Liaison Counselor, at WorkSource Redmond, conducting a weekly Job Club, teaching workshops and Disability Etiquette and Assistive Technology classes, developing Center procedures for accessing appropriate technology, and coordinating intensive services with other community WorkSource partners- As a team leader, I created, implemented, and managed WorkStrides, a comprehensive career development program for disabled adults that was subsequently implemented statewide- Successfully co-wrote and obtained multiple $100,000 grants in support of career program- Awarded for delivering the highest number of job placements statewide- Nominated for numerous performance awards (Model the Way, Encourage the Heart, Challenge the Process, Enable Others to Act, Teamwork)- Earned certification as Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) Show less

 Coordinated vocational rehabilitation services for injured workers.

Co-created Career Services Department for diverse population of at-risk adult studentsCo-created Personal Career Development Plans for students and trained staff in implementation of sameTaught students job search skills including portfolio and resume development, interview preparation, presentationCenter rated #1 in Western Region, #5 in U.S., based on Outcome Measurement System results (students completing their GED/High School diploma, Vocational Training Program, Job Placement… Show more Co-created Career Services Department for diverse population of at-risk adult studentsCo-created Personal Career Development Plans for students and trained staff in implementation of sameTaught students job search skills including portfolio and resume development, interview preparation, presentationCenter rated #1 in Western Region, #5 in U.S., based on Outcome Measurement System results (students completing their GED/High School diploma, Vocational Training Program, Job Placement, Hourly Wage and Weekly Earnings).Researched, developed, and initiated the Student Career Portfolio System Show less

Bellingham, Washington Area

Contract position providing intake, assessment, referral, and individual and group counseling to military veterans, primarily individuals with PTSD. Facilitated innovative weekly therapy group for combat veterans. Initiated computer rehabilitation/recycling program to provide computers to isolated veterans with PTSD.Provided basic computer and Internet training to veteran clients.

Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish, King Counties

Recognized leader in providing contracted comprehensive career services, including educational plan development to military personnel (active duty and veterans) via the Department of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Navy’s Transition Assistance ProgramPersuasively presented career, academic, and program benefit information to large groups twice monthly, achieving consistently excellent feedback over almost a decadeProvided group and on-on-one assessment and counseling to separating veterans

Master Of Arts, Counseling Psychology, (And Antioch University Santa Barbara)

Activities and Societies: I completed an in-depth supervised internship at Sanctuary House, a transitional home for post-psychotic adults.

Bachelor Of Arts*, Communications

Activities and Societies: *While attending college full-time, I simultaneously held three different off-campus jobs as well (crew member.

Baccaulaureat (French High School Diploma), Philosophy, Grade 13

Activities and Societies: Attended French high school as an American Field Service (AFS) Foreign Exchange Student, without at first.

High School Diploma, Asb Student Body President

Activities and Societies: ASB Student Body President, National Merit Semi-Finalist, AFS Foreign Exchange Student, National Honor Society.