ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Temple University CPH-SSW LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER Board Certified in Clinical Social Work APPROVED CLINICAL SUPERVISOR NJ Board of Social Work Examiners PA Society of Clinical Social Work Temple University Assistant Professor, Clinical Practice 2008 - Present Philadelphia, PA School of Social Work, College of Public Health After four years as an adjunct professor I was appointed to a full time faculty position in 2008. I continue to teach two sections of Advanced Clinical Practice I & II, Assessment and the DSM and Foundation of Service Delivery in the MSW program. I serve as lead instructor for the clinical practice faculty and mentor adjuncts. In an effort to address the needs of students planning a career in clinical social work, I created and teach an elective, Practice Consultation Seminar, (CN 8816) focusing on best practice techniques for diverse populations and a broad spectrum of disorders. I currently serve on the Curriculum Committee, representing the Clinical Social Work concentration, the NTT Promotion committee and I chair the Admissions Committee. Additionally, I produced instructional videos teaching therapeutic techniques with couples and families. I provide field supervision for MSW interns at the Center for Social Policy and Community Development. I serve as CO-PI for ACE IT, a three year HRSA grant with Dr. Cheryl Hyde, Dr. Marsha Zibalese-Crawford and Shirley Moy, director of the CSPCD. This grant provides mental health services to at-risk youth through advanced clinical social work training. I will train and supervise 93 students (31 per year ) over 3 years who will earn stipends of $10,000 per year. In collaboration with Pennsylvania Society of Clinical Social Work and Dr. Claudia DeWane, I presented part II of a certification CE course for LCSW supervisors. This course included 5 hours of ethics in addition to standards of supervision and clinical training. Other initiatives are being pursued in clinical practice, including post-masters certification in Trauma therapy, hospital social work and advanced clinical social work for special populations. I was promoted to Assistant Professor and nominated for the Lindback Award for teaching excellence. I received merits points for service and outstanding teaching evaluations. Temple University Adjunct Professor 2004-2008 Philadelphia, PA School of Social Administration Assisted in developing Temple s first Clinical Practice class for second year MSW students. Content focuses on theory as applied to clinical practice for individuals, families and groups. Also taught DSM IV TR Diagnosis and Treatment Planning elective 1
Rutgers University Adjunct Professor 2006-2007 New Brunswick, NJ Advanced Direct Practice adjunct professor teaching clinical assessment, treatment planning and practice approaches to second year MSW students. Rutgers social work program emphasizes specific practice for students on the direct practice track. In collaboration with the lead teacher, I was able to add more eclectic practice skills using a Transtheoretical model State of NJ Certified Clinical Supervisor 2008 - Present LCSW Supervisor Steninger Beahavioral Health Provide supervision for LSW seeking LCSW licensure. Supervisees include hospital, school, in-patient psychiatric, CRCs, emergency units, crisis intervention mobile outreach social workers. Supervision focuses on clinical skills, self care and career development Pfeffer Counseling Private Practice 2000 - Present Hamilton NJ Individuals, couples and family psychotherapy with special focus on bipolar disorder, parenting and behavior management, mood disorders, marital conflict and family dysfunction. Referral sources include Guidance Counselors, Student Assistance Counselors, colleagues, psychiatrists, family physicians and prior patients. The relationship with Hamilton and West Windsor schools continues to grow through periodic workshops and presentations focusing on behavior management and family interaction. Counseling Associates Private Practice 1995-2000 Wayne and Lincoln Park, NJ Associate in a large private practice covering Passaic and Morris Counties, NJ. Individuals, couples and family psychotherapy with special focus on parenting and behavior management, mood disorders, marital conflict and family dysfunction. Referral sources included insurance networks, prior patients, public and private schools, local physicians, psychiatrists and attorneys. EAP specialist for several large companies, treating anxiety, job related stress, mood disorders and other psychiatric impairments of employees and their family members. EAP therapist for Passaic County law enforcement. Periodic seminars and workshops for parents and teachers, separation and divorce groups, behavior management groups and anger management. 2
CPC Behavioral Healthcare Intensive Therapeutic Clinician 1994-1997 Freehold and Red Bank, NJ Crisis Intervention Specialist Monmouth County Youth Case Manager Full service Community Mental Health Agency serving all socioeconomic levels and cultures within the service area. Beginning as the Youth Case Manager, then Crisis Intervention Specialist, interfaced with local CCIS units at Monmouth Medical Center, UMDNJ, and out-of-state facilities. Worked closely with the clinical staff and CART to provide wrap-around services as needed. Crisis referrals up to 20 per week. As Intensive Therapeutic Clinician, reintegrated children returning to the community following long-term in-patient treatment at UMDNJ, Arthur Brisbane CTC and Kids Peace among other facilities. Daily work included parent retraining and coping skills to address the needs of these special children. Families were seen in the home, often on a daily basis. Working with schools and psychiatrists was essential. Additional responsibilities included working with Monmouth County Courts through Project ACT. Assessments of youthful offenders were conducted at the Monmouth County Youth Detention Center, providing reports to the court for retention evaluation and sentencing. Family Service of Burlington County Clinical Social Worker 1993-1995 Mt. Holly, NJ Group, family and individual therapist within a full service mental health agency. Intake and assessment specialist, treating abused children and abusive parents. Discharge planning, supervising aides, program planning and reporting to DYFS and Family Court. Treatment included in-home intensive therapy in addition to the partial care program. Jewish Family Service Clinical Psychologist 1974-1976 Jenkintown, PA Second year residency at a full service mental health facility which evolved into a full time position. Patients referred through courts, schools and community facilities. Treatment modalities included individual, couples and groups. Agency placed emphasis on working with recent immigrants experiencing difficulty adjusting to American culture. Parkway Day Schools Clinical Psychologist 1973-1974 Philadelphia, PA First year resident at inner-city alternative school. Population classified learning disabled and emotionally disturbed. Special training in play therapy, art therapy and socialization skills. BUSINESS CONSULTANT 3
Start-up and Reorganization Special Projects Coordinator 1983-1993 Financing, expense reduction, controls and procedures, marketing, advertising, training and long range planning. Most recent assignment: Tribus Financial Group: restructured IT, redesigned billing and database functions to coordinate all accounting functions, retrained staff for better coordination and elimination of redundant procedures, reduce staff turnover and change corporate culture from high conflict to collaboration and cooperation. BUSINESS OWNER / OPERATOR RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, CATERING Van s Freehold Inn, Freehold NJ The Palms, Lakewood NJ Versailles, Toms River NJ Ramada Hotel, Toms River NJ Hilton Inn Northeast, Philadelphia PA Evelyn s Seafood Restaurants Belmar, Elizabeth, Somerset, & Toms River NJ Best Western Motel, Lakewood NJ Old Mill Inn, Spring Lake NJ Le Bistro, Philadelphia PA CIVIC AND PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 1993 - Present Member - National Association of Social Workers 2001-2003 Member American Psychological Association 1980-1987 Kimball Medical Center, Mental Health Advisory Committee 1980-2008 Member - Rotary International 1980-1987 New Jersey Restaurant Association, First Vice President 1986-1987 1980-1987 New Jersey Licensed Beverage Association 1980-1987 Monmouth/Ocean Development Council Executive Board 1983-1987, Co-chair Legislative Committee 1980-1987 Greater Freehold Area Chamber of Commerce 1981-1987 YMCA of Ocean County, Board of Directors, Chairman, Fund Raising and Publicity 1981-1986 Monmouth County VoTech Schools Advisory Committee 1983-1987 American Heart Association, Chaired various functions 1984-1986 March of Dimes, Chairman, Dining Out for the March of Dimes and others EDUCATION and CREDENTIALS Licensed Clinical Social Worker NJ# 44SC04533800 PA# CW016076 Board Certified in Clinical Social Work BCD# 29982 Approved Clinical Supervisor, NJ State Board of Social Work Examiners 4
1993-1995 Temple University, Philadelphia, PA School of Social Administration MSW Program. Graduated May, 1995 1973-1975 Hahnemann Medical College, Philadelphia, PA School of Psychology and Psychiatry Clinical Psychology Program. Graduated May, 1975 1968-1972 American University, Washington, DC BA Psychology. Graduated May, 1972 Continuing Education: The Johnson-Gottman Summit, Seattle WA Psychological Trauma: Neuroscience, Attachment and Therapeutic Interventions Anxiety and Panic: Techniques to Blend Evidence Based Approaches Advanced Mindfulness Bessel van der Kolk s 22 nd Annual Trauma Conference Building Trust, Love and Loyalty in Relationships The Impact of Early Life Trauma Gestalt Therapy for Individuals and Families Time Effective Therapy with Individuals, Couples and Families Continuing Professional Seminars in Alcohol and Drug Treatment Emergency Evaluation and Special Techniques in Crisis Intervention Parenting and Behavior Management Techniques Milieu Therapy in Special Education Treating the ADHD Family Marital Therapy, The Four Stage Approach Anger Management Treating Schizophrenia in The Community Psychopharmacology Seminars Relationship Therapy, The Sexual Crucible Learning to Forgive Ethical Issues in Social Work Practice Clinical Practice and The Law...and many, many others Alan Pfeffer, MSW, LCSW, BCD Date 5