Thomas Garruto is seeking a position in social services with over 15 years of experience in the field. He has an Associate's degree in Human Services and is pursuing a Bachelor's. His experience includes advocating for the legally blind to obtain employment and supervising a cleaning crew of reentry participants. He is skilled at establishing relationships with diverse clients and knowledgeable about local resources.

1. Thomas Garruto
54 Second Street
Binghamton, NY 13903
607.664.7092 / tmg607@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and empathetic professional with an Associate of Science in Human
Services and over fifteen years of experience in Social and Human Services
demonstrating the characteristics of dependability, respect and collaboration;
seeks a position to provide social services support to vulnerable communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
 Especially adept at providing advocacy, assessing needs, generating options,
and implementing solutions in collaboration with consumer
 High organizational and problem solving skills
 Strong background in building relationships with service groups and
organizations in the broader community; excellent ability to provide social
services to diverse populations
 Knowledge of client confidentiality per facility policies, State and Federal
Guidelines
EDUCATION
Associate of Sciences in Human Services, SUNY Broome, Binghamton, NY, GPA 3.4,
2014
Pursing a Bachelor of Sciences in Human Services, SUNY Empire State College,
Binghamton, NY
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Employment Specialist, Association for Vision Rehabilitation and Employment,
3/2015 - Present
 Advocate for the legally blind to obtain permanent employment
 Develop cover letters and resumes
 Perform mock interviews and instruct consumer on employment etiquette
 Case conference with Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors
Site Supervisor, Center for Employment Opportunities, 10/2014 - Present
 Supervise cleaning crew consisting of reentry participants
 Instruct participant on job duties
 Provide feedback to participant on work performance
 Educate participant on skills to enhance working relationships
Community Habilitation, Southern Tier Independence Center, 2/2015 - 4/2015
 Provided training and assistance to individuals in developing patterns of
living, activities and routine
 Provided training and assistance in daily hygiene
 Developed and encouraged basic communication skills
 Completed paperwork in a timely fashion
Employment Advisor, Catholic Charities of Broome County, 5/2014 - 2/2015
 Assisted consumers with developmental disabilities in securing employment
 Instructed the consumer on job duties and the development of employment
etiquette
 Assessment of the consumer’s abilities and physical limitations as they
relate to employment

2.  Developed working relationships with potential and existing employers
 Monthly case conference with ACCES-VR, Medicaid Coordinators, and Parents
 Complied with HIPPA laws
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Compassionate and punctual with a strong work ethic
 Skilled at establishing relations with consumers from diverse cultures and
backgrounds
 Familiar with local agencies and resources
 Able to work as part of a team or individually
 Proficient with computer use including: Excel, Microsoft Suite, Outlook, and
PowerPoint
ACHIEVEMENTS
 President’s List, SUNY Broome, Spring 2013 - 2014
 Dean’s List, SUNY Broome, Fall 2012 - 2013
 Phi Theta Kappa, 2014
 Recipient of the Frank and Sylvia Battisti Memorial Scholarship, SUNY
Broome, 2014
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
 Raised $1,500 for Catholic Charities’ The First Step, 2015
 Member of the planning committee and stage manager for Southern Tier AIDS
Programs’ Hair Warz, 2013 - 2015
 Coalition for the Homeless, 2014 - 2015
 Refugee Resettlement, 2015 - Present