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Dr. Joseph Gerstein Award
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Stefan Neff

Langley

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Online Facilitator/Regional Coordinator

Smart Recovery
10.2018 - Current
  • Facilitated online group setting.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Developed individuals care plans and documented progress toward goals.
  • Offered professional, respectful therapy to individuals in reaching their goals.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Created a supportive environment by fostering trust, empathy, and mutual respect among participants.

Machine Operator and Dump Truck Driver

Pebble Creek Contracting
10.2012 - 11.2016
  • Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
  • Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
  • Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
  • Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
  • Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift, turning in equipment logs to supervisor.
  • Completed shoveling at job sites to finish appearances and achieve precise specifications.
  • Checked to make sure that trench excavations met correct depth.
  • Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
  • Followed markers, work instructions and hand signals to complete accurate work.
  • Maintained pit with regular cleanings and removal of obstacles such as mud and rock.
  • Employed safe digging practices in line with machine capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.
  • Performed daily pre- and post-operating checks on equipment to identify and report malfunctions.,
  • Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Developed and established good relationships with customers by delivering prompt and courteous service with clear communication.
  • Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
  • Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.

Manufacturing Technician

Sun Truss
03.2008 - 07.2012
  • Prepared standard operating procedures, manufacturing batch records and productivity reports.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
  • Set up and verified functionality of safety equipment.
  • Assisted engineers in developing, building and testing prototypes and products.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Built product subassemblies or final assemblies and monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
  • Reviewed blueprints and job specifications to plan completion and estimate project costs.
  • Developed and enhanced personnel work instructions to clear up confusion and boost performance.
  • Mapped process workflows to enhance understanding of procedures.

Farm Manager

Whistling Wind Herb Farm
06.2001 - 01.2008
  • Worked on cultivation plans for crop production operations.
  • Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
  • Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
  • Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings and harvest.
  • Raised and hand-sowed certified natural crops.

Education

High School Diploma -

D.W. Poppy Secondary School
Langley, BC

Skills

  • P>Facilitator
  • P>Life Coach
  • P>Goal Setting
  • P>Life Style Balance Planning
  • P>Motivational Interviewing Skills
  • P>Decision-Making
  • P>Training and Development
  • P>Teamwork and Collaboration
  • P>Performance Improvement
  • P>Troubleshooting Skills
  • P>Pro Zoom Skills
  • P>Group Meeting Planner

Personal Information

Title: SMART Recovery Facilitator/Regional Coordinator 

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Elementary

Dr. Joseph Gerstein Award

About the Award 2025:

This very special award was first announced and awarded at the 2012 SMART Conference. The first presentation of the award gave tribute and recognition to an individual who has continuously given extraordinary and exemplary service toward the growth and dissemination of the SMART program since its inception 30 years ago. The name of the award was that of the person who filled those criteria in every manner imaginable, SMART’s founding president, Joe Gerstein. Over the past 30 years, Joe has worked tirelessly to further the growth and goals of SMART in both the U.S. and internationally. His work and dedication should serve as inspiration for others who work to further the SMART Recovery mission.

Timeline

Online Facilitator/Regional Coordinator

Smart Recovery
10.2018 - Current

Machine Operator and Dump Truck Driver

Pebble Creek Contracting
10.2012 - 11.2016

Manufacturing Technician

Sun Truss
03.2008 - 07.2012

Farm Manager

Whistling Wind Herb Farm
06.2001 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

D.W. Poppy Secondary School

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