Mark Gittner is seeking employment that utilizes his skills and potential for growth. He has a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of New England and a Bachelor's degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina Upstate. He has research experience and honors including being a member of Psi Chi National Academic Honor Society. His experience includes positions as a case worker intern, therapeutic support staff, client services, and child care specialist. He is committed to personal growth and helping others through difficult times.

1. Mark Gittner
13802 Paramount Blvd, Apt 5-202, Paramount, CA 90723
864-553-9269 – mgittner@une.edu
Goal: To find employment that utilizes my various skills and potential for growth.
Mar
EDUCATION
University Of New England
Masters of Social Work Student
MSW Degree in
2014
University of South Carolina Upstate
Bachelor of Science in Experimental Psychology Cognate: Sociology
USC GPA: 3.56 Overall GPA: 3.46
Degree Awarded
05/2009
University of South Carolina Sumter
Associate in Arts General Education Emphasis in Psychology 3.67GPA
Degree Awarded
5/2007
Saddleback College, Mission Viejo CA
Major: Theatre Arts Minor: Political Science
Attended
1994-1996
RESEARCH
Psychology 399: Independent Research in Social Psychology (Dr. Kim Purdy)
• Assisted in research on Sexuality and Familial Relations
Psychology 325: Research Methods (Dr. Kim Purdy)
• The Effect of an Obama Win on the Economic Perceptions of College Students presented at
Georgia Undergraduate Research Presentation, Kennesaw Univ. and 2008 Biannual
Psychology Student Poster Session, USC Upstate, SC
Spring 2009
Fall 2008
HONORS Psi Chi National Academic Honor Society for Psychology
Psychology Mentor—peer counseling services
Chancellors List
Deans Honor List (Two Time)
Presidents Honor List (Three Time)
Trauma Crisis Intervention Certified
NIH Protecting Human Research Participants Certification 431889
2009
2008-2009
Spring 2009
Fall 06/07
Spr 07, Spr 09, Fall 09
Aug. 2010
Apr. 2010
Other Skills Retail Management 5 years
Delivery Driver
Accounts Receivables
Staff Writer- University Newspaper and Associated Content
Food Service
2 years
2 years
3 years
3 years
EXPERIENCE
Case Worker – Internship, Center for Community Services, Simpsonville, SC
• Conduct Intake interview, provide services necessary to alleviate symptoms of poverty or
ethnically disadvantaged population. Designed and conducted first annual job fair, 70% hire
rate. Conduct client and staff satisfaction reviews. Fund raising specialist.
Therapeutic Support Staff, Youth Advocate Programs, Greenville, SC
• Provide behavioral modification services for youth and their families as required by DHHS
contract.
Client Services, Greenville Department of Mental Health Center
• Provide client assistance in daily nutritional needs. Maintain standards of cleanliness and
client services in a mental health setting. 1-year temporary position.
Child Care Specialist, Pendleton Place Children’s Shelter, Greenville, SC
• Care and supervision of children removed from parental custody by DSS. Ensure the safety
and well-being of said children until permanent placement can be found. Use reflective
listening and effective communication to help and teach regulation and coping skills.
Office Assistant and Front Desk Coordinator, USC Upstate University Center, Greenville
• Assisted faculty and students in any tasks required; designed flyers and brochures, data
entry, student services. Was entrusted with confidential information.
2013-2014
2012-2013
2011-2012
2009-2010
2007-2009

2. REFERENCES
GOAL: Use my skills to reach youth in crisis and their families through
Personal Statement
I am committed to personal growth. I want to become someone who will make a difference to people, both
professionally and personally. No person needs to be alone, to be scared, and no one to take their own life. It is my
goal to learn and provides the needed skills and resources to improve the quality of life for everyone that needs
help, whether as a client, co-worker or friend. I will endeavor to be a person who tries to see things from other
points of view before I let my own opinions sway me. Learning is a life-long process for me in all I do. I pursue new
knowledge through research, both academic and occupational. I will listen and watch those around me since there
is something valuable to be learned from everyone around me. My clients are more than patients; they are the
teachers from whence my knowledge stems. Respect should be given accordingly. I have risen from past errors and
become a better person. I will help others do the same, for this is the path I have chosen for myself.
Dr. Kim Purdy
RESEARCH
Professor: Department of Psychology
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC 29303
(864) 503-5779
KPurdy@uscupstate.edu
Chris
CHARACTER/EMPLOYMENT
Employment Specialist
SC Dept. of Mental Health
124 Mallard St, Greenville 29601
(206) 612-7721
Terry Paden
EMPLOYMENT
Sr. Human Svc. Specialist
SC Dept. of Mental Health
124 Mallard St, Greenville 29601
(864) 241-1040
TLP07@SCDMH.org-
William Cameron
EMPLOYMENT
Supervisor
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc
Laurens Rd, Greenville, 29607
(864) 232-7532
Dr. Judith Prince
EMPLOYMENT
Vice-Chancellor Academic Affairs
University Of South Carolina Upstate
University Center Greenville
(864) 552-4243
JPrince@uscupstate.edu
Dr. Frank Provenzano
PERSONAL
Director, Honors Program; MS 1041
Greenville Technical College
PO Box 5616
Greenville, SC 29606
864 250 8786
Frank.Provenzano@gvltec.edu
Ginger DeFrancesch
CHARACTER AND EMPLOYMENT
Mental Health Counselor II
SC Dept. of Mental Health
124 Mallard St, Greenville 29601
864 241-1040 x324
Ved05@scdmh.org

3. LETTER OF Recommendation
August 4th
, 2009
To Whom It May Concern:
Mark Gittner worked as the front desk coordinator in the Academic Affairs Office at USC Upstate,
Greenville Campus. Mark was a temporary employee who previously was a work-study student in this
office since January of 2007.
He has many skills which he used to benefit this office. He worked directly in an information sharing
role with prospective students at USC Upstate and USC. He was doing research on a Return to Learn
program which we plan to launch this fall. He worked with me on administrative details for TEN at the
TOP, a regional planning organization for the ten Upstate Counties. He has shown himself to be a self-
starter and consistently strived to give his best work on all his projects.
I am willing to provide more evaluative information about his performance as an employee to the
college. Mark has demonstrated a willingness to work, and he consistently performs at a high level. I am
so hopeful that he will be considered for a position with you.
Sincerely,
Judith S. Prince, Vice Chancellor, Greenville Campus
University of South Carolina Upstate
225 South Pleasantburg Drive
Greenville, South Carolina 29606
Phone: (864) 552-4243 Fax: (864) 250-8871