Denise Lisa Aiken

8 Mozart Meadows
Wheeling, WV 26003
304.233.1593
304.280.4472
Cover Letter
I would appreciate your review of my
credentials and experience in
consideration for the position of Career
Development Consultant.
As my resume indicates, I have a
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and
Special Education
Graduate, and Continuing Education
Credits in a variety of areas
I am a licensed Social Worker and in
addition
Cover Letter ~ Success as CDC
 Serving as the Career Development Consultant on a part time
basis for the Spokes program this past year has been
extremely rewarding. Providing others with the skills and
encouragement needed to take a step further in their lives is
fulfilling to me personally.

 The challenges individuals face can be overwhelming, but by

working as part of a team with the Instructors, DHHR
caseworkers, and community providers we can help lead the
adults we serve to a more successful life.

 My experience in Social Work has been more beneficial than I

anticipated. Actively involving each individual in overcoming
not only unemployment but other personal barriers that hold
them back from success has been a great challenge. Seeing
people realize they can move forward whether it is finding
that job or committing to furthering their education assures
me I am in the best career for me.
Cover Letter ~ Skills
 I have established a successful reputation in our
community through the positions I have held in the past.
This has helped me greatly when I meet with agency
human resource personnel on behalf of our students.
During a recent job fair, I was asked to “keep them
coming.” This meant to me that our students have
succeeded in the jobs they landed through participation
in the Spokes program.
 
 My interpersonal and communication skills, technology
and public relations experience make me a successful
candidate for this position. You can contact me for a
personal interview by calling 233-1593. Thank you for
your time and consideration.
 
Resume
Objective:
To experience a rewarding career in which my
ability to build rapport with young people and
adults as well as encourage individuals to set
positive goals can be realized.
Qualifications:

 I have consistently demonstrated

leadership, motivational and
organizational skills with young people
and adults. My rapport building with
children, youth and families is a personal
strength of mine.
1973-1977 B.S. Special Education - Slippery
Rock University

1977-1980 Graduate Work - Millersville

State College, Indiana University, Villinova
University

1990-1992 B.A. Theology and Counseling -

Praise Institute

1990-2009 Continuing Education Credits -

Social Work License and Masters Equivalency
Certification:
 West Virginia State Department of
Education- Certification in Adult Basic
Education
Certification ~ LSW
Career Development
Consultant Experience:
 2008-2009Career Development Consultant -
SPOKES - RESA 6
 Assessed adult students in order to assist in
establishing career goals and success plans
 Coached individuals in development of portfolios,
reflecting personal strengths and skills
 Actively involved each student in personal
growth and job search process
 Maintained accurate records and submitted
monthly reports in a timely manner
 Networked with perspective employers in
community
 Established a strong working relationship with
DHHR
 
Spokes Experience
2008 Adult Basic Education - Spokes
Instructor - RESA 6

 Instructed Adults in basic skills and Computer

Skills including Microsoft Office Programs

 Actively involved students in Technology

Communication in order to increase
employability
Additional Professional
Experience
  Action Based Learning - Project Coordinator -
RESA 6
 Coordinated Technical Support for Educational Kinesiology
Programs implemented in Marshall County Schools.
 Maintained accurate data collection and annual progress
reporting for the CMW PEP grant
 Planned Staff Development for professionals, teachers and
support staff.
 Supervised Health and Wellness Instructors

  Mobile Assessment Specialist - Fox Run

Hospital
 Established contacts with Educational and Community
Professionals
 Marketed the Mobile Assessment Service to Clinical and
Educational providers
 Provided professional assessment of children and
adolescents at-risk for mental health problems
Activities:

Photography - Children’s portraits, weddings

and stock photography

Human Rights Committee - ResCare and

Northwood Health Systems

E.A.P. (Employee Assistance Program) Trainer

Family Resource Network Board Member, held

office of Vice President
CORE TRAINING
WORK 201 – October 2008
WORK 200 – April 2009

TECH 100 – April 2009

TECH 200 – April 2009
Micro Soft Office ~Word
Microsoft Office ~ Excel
Microsoft Office ~ Power Point
Technology Implementation
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References
 Jill Pennybacker-Eddy
 Grant Administrator
 Youth Service Systems
 1000 Chapline St.
 Wheeling WV, 26003
 (304) 233-9627
 Dr., Mohsin Khalique
 Psychiatrist
 Fox Run Hospital
 67670 Traco Dr.
 St. Clairsville, OH 43950
 (740) 695-2131
 Marian Kajfez
 RESA 6
 30 GC&P RD
 Wheeling, WV 26003
 (304) 243-0440
 Dr. Steven Corder
 Medical Director
 Northwood Health Systems
 2021 Eoff ST
 Wheeling, WV 26003
 (304) 234-3570
 Fred Renzella
 Superintendent
 Marshall County Schools
 Fourth St.
 Moundsville, WV 26041
 (304) 843-4400
 Richard Redd
 Director of Special Education
 Marshall County Schools
 2600 Fourth St.
 Moundville, WV 26041
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