1. Michael John Bencrowsky
542 Keystone Avenue
Colwyn, PA 19023
(C) 215-921-1205
(H) 610-957-5607
michaelbenrowsky@yahoo.com
Objective
To obtain a Certified Peer Specialist position that will capitalize on historical success while leveraging
continued interaction as a board Chair with one of the largest Centers for Independent Living in
Pennsylvania
Professional Attributes
Gained expansive knowledge on increasing independent living conditions for people with disabilities
while training as a Community Advocate (October 2010 to Present)
• Currently serve on the Board of Directors for one of the largest independent living centers; Serve
as the Chairman of the Board (November 2015 to Present)
Recently completed The Sierra Group Academy’s Business Program, which offered proficiency training
on contemporary technology and specialized office skills
Certified Peer Specialist- Mental Health Association of SEPA, Mental Health Recovery Seminar 1:
Learning Mental Health Recovery including Wellness Recovery Action Planning
Professional History
Comhar Inc, Philadelphia, PA (2013- 2015)
Staff / Certified Peer Specialist / Outpatient
• Working in the Common Ground program helping consumers do health reports, Peer Support,
helped them search for employment, Social Security and D.P.W. and many other helpful
resources to maintain their independence
Megan Mechanical, Delaware County, PA (1984-2004)
Owner/Licensed Master Plumber
• Conducted appropriate marketing so as to enlist and develop a strong customer base, while
contracting with local municipalities and individual clients
• Maintained quality control and safety by ensuring that all plumbing, electrical and HVAC work was
compliant to local codes

2. Michael John Bencrowsky
Professional History
Eastern Management, Delaware County, PA (1996-2004)
Partner
• Managed over 50 Section-8 rental properties in Delaware County, which included general
maintenance as well as repairing and replacing materials for units including HVAC, plumbing and
electrical
• Mastered all building and fire codes, and ensured that all locations were in compliance before
• Monitored installation of plumbing, wiring, equipment, and appliances to ensure that installation was
performed properly and was in compliance with applicable regulations
Urbanismo, LLC. Delaware County, PA (1997-2004)
Partner Managed general construction of commercial rental properties while reviewing and interpreting
plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal
requirements and safety
Education/Certifications
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
111 Elwyn Rd, Elwyn Pa, 19063, February 8Th
& 9TH,
2016
Certified Peer Specialist Forensic Training
Delaware County MHASP, Upper Darby, Pa 19082, November 17-18 2015
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA, National Council for Community Behavioral Health Care
Certified June 16 2015
Delaware County Certified Peer Specialist Training, Mental Health Recovery Seminar
1: Learning Mental Health Recovery including Wellness Recovery Action Planning.
Delaware County MHASP, Upper Darby, Pa 19082, 2013
Mental Health Recovery Seminar Training 2: Facilitator Training
Delaware County MHASP, Upper Darby, Pa 19082, June 24-28, 2013
Older Adult Mental Health Peer Specialist Certification
Delaware County MHASP, Upper Darby, Pa 19082, June 3-5, 2013
Mental Health Recovery Workshop: Enhancing the values and Competencies for CPS

3. Delaware County MHASP, Upper Darby, Pa 19082, Oct 8, 2013
Liberty Resources Academy/The Sierra Group Academy of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia, PA 2009-2012 Technology and Specialized Businesses Courses
Master Plumber Certification, Chester, PA, 1990
Community College of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, 1989
Layout and Design
Delaware Community College, Delaware County, PA, 1983
Technical Drawing
Ridley High School, Ridley Township, PA, 1981