EMILY L.

COLABUFO

SUMMARY
Experience working with at risk and vulnerable children and teenagers, including those with special
needs such as autism, anxiety, and other mental health illness. Experience working with women
survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse. Experience as a special education aide in
Three Village School District.
Certifications
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling, Teen Intervention, and Crisis Intervention.
Certified Group Fitness Instructor for Zumba and Cycling. CPR, AED and First Aid Certified.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Sunshine Prevention Center: Port Jeff Station, NY Summer 2017 to Present
Group Co- Facilitator

-Co leader of summer prevention program for children and teenagers ages 4-18 years old with behavioral
needs, learning disabilities and mental health illnesses for as many as 15 children per group.
-Educated participants on life and social skills, positive reinforcement and conflict resolution
-Assisted in discussion groups for at risk and vulnerable children and teenagers
-Solo Instructor for general fitness and physical activity

Women’s Resources: Delaware Water Gap, PA September 2018 to April 2019

Direct Services Intern

-Provided crisis counseling to individual and walk-in clients, shelter assessments, medical
accompaniment, legal advocacy, information and referral to community resources.
-Participated in hotline shifts during office hours and after office hours
-Utilized electronic documentation system to track all activity with clients per agency protocol
-Provided prevention awareness for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child
sexual abuse and rape.
-Completed 69-hour mandatory Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor- Advocate
Training course as per PCAR and PCADV Standards.

East Stroudsburg University January 2017 to May 2019

Group Fitness Instructor

-Solo Instructor of Cycling, Cardio Abs, Butts and Guts, Gentle Yoga and Zumba® workout classes for as
many 45 participants
-Provided participants with additional information regarding fitness and training
-Promoted safe and effective workouts for all body types and abilities
- Trained and evaluated new instructors in various fitness classes
World Gym: Setauket, NY and Coram, NY May 2017 to Present
Child Care Worker/ Front Desk Receptionist
-Primary caretaker of children ages 3 months to 12 years for as many as 20 children at once
-Responsible for safety of play area. Inform parents of behavioral concerns, issues and gym policies
- Responsible for handling cash transactions for as many as 30 per shift
-Tracked member payment histories, swimming and tennis reservation requests for as many as 30 per
shift
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority: East Stroudsburg Univ. February 2017 to May 2019
Position Held: Sisterhood Chair

-Hosted and co-facilitated retreats and special events for as many as 5 per semester. Events included
bonding experiences and leading group discussions
- Worked alongside president and vice president to connect events back to values of sisterhood
Community service projects: Sigma Serves Children, March of Dimes, Awesome Animal Shelter of Monroe
County, Pink Light Walk, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk, Relay for Life, Special Olympics
EDUCATION

East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania August 2015 to May 2019
Social Work GPA: 3.4/4.0

Research Projects have included:

Professional Use of Self Genograms and Ecomaps
Facilitating a one-hour support group session Support Group for Victims of Rape
Community Outreach project for human trafficking awareness Domestic Violence
Client Assessment and Evaluation Duty to Warn in Confidentiality