Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Volunteer Work
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Sara M. Stutzman

Dalton, OH 44618

Summary

Therapeutic professional prepared to bring valuable experience to role. Proven ability to facilitate therapeutic activities and support client well-being. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving impactful results. Skilled in crisis intervention and effective communication.

Experienced with personnel management, recruitment, and training within the military and human resources. Utilizes strong interpersonal and organizational skills to enhance team performance and operational efficiency. Knowledge of conflict resolution, policy enforcement, and compliance ensures productive and harmonious work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources NCO

Ohio Army National Guard
07.2023 - Current
  • Ensuring compliance with military regulations and standards.
  • Developed training programs to enhance personnel skills and operational readiness.
  • Mentored junior HR personnel, fostering professional growth and leadership skills.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.

Therapeutic Program Worker

Heartland Behavioral Healthcare
01.2019 - Current
  • Developed and implemented therapeutic activities to enhance patient engagement and recovery.
  • Monitored patient progress, providing timely feedback and adjustments to care strategies.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive environments for open communication.
  • Educated clients and families on mental health issues to promote understanding and support.
  • Provided crisis intervention to support clients during times of urgent need.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information adhering to HIPAA guidelines and organizational policies.

Preschool Teacher

Luk Learning Academy
08.2016 - 01.2019
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parents, providing regular updates on child progress and developmental milestones.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to promote a safe and nurturing learning environment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess individual student needs and tailor educational approaches accordingly.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Stark State College
North Canton, OH
05-2028

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Univeristy of Akron
Akron, OH
05-2023

Skills

  • HR policies implementation
  • Streamlined onboarding processes
  • Managing performance review processes
  • Emotional control strategies
  • Proactive relapse avoidance techniques
  • Family support
  • Interpersonal skills development
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Patient monitoring
  • Accurate patient documentation
  • Electronic charting using EPIC system
  • Crisis intervention

Accomplishments

    Awarded an Army Commendation Medal for work pertaining to Operation Spartan Shield during deployment (March 2025-December 2025)

Certification

CPR certified

CLS certified (Combat Life Saver)

Timeline

Human Resources NCO

Ohio Army National Guard
07.2023 - Current

Therapeutic Program Worker

Heartland Behavioral Healthcare
01.2019 - Current

Preschool Teacher

Luk Learning Academy
08.2016 - 01.2019

No Degree - Nursing

Stark State College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Univeristy of Akron

Volunteer Work

Volunteered at Children’s Hospital in Kuwait during deployment.

Supported terminally ill children and families at a local hospice.

Assisted Unit Ministry Team in organizing Eid al-Adha celebration for pediatric patients.

Mentor with O’Huddle, guiding school-age children across Wayne County Schools.

Sara M. Stutzman