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Eileen Dombo
Eductaion
The Catholic University of America, The National Catholic School of Social Service
Washington, D.C.
Ph.D. in Social Work, May 2005
Theory & Research in Clinical Social Work
Dissertation: “Testing the Effects of a Feminist-Cognitive-Relational Intervention on Female Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Evaluating Adaptive Behaviors.”
Dissertation Committee: Drs. Elizabeth D. Smith (Director), Barbara P. Early, Mary Jeanne
Verdieck
The Catholic University of America, The National Catholic School of Social Service
Washington, D.C.
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Clinical Concentration, May 1996
Field Placement training foundation year: chronic mental illness; advanced year: trauma.
Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA
B.A. in Psychology, Cum Laude, May, 1991
Teacher’s assistant for behavioral psychology course, 1990-1991
University College of Galway, Galway, Ireland
International Student, September, 1989 to June, 1990
Concentration in Women’s Studies and Religion
Selected Presentations
“Self-Care: The Social Worker’s Responsibility,” National Catholic School of Social Service Fifth Annual Homecoming Conference, The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC (October 14, 2006): Presenter.
“Sexual Violence and Persons with Disabilities,” A Call to Action: Ending Violence Against Women with Disabilities Conference Sponsored by House of Ruth Maryland, Towson, MD (September 26, 2006): Presenter.
“Couples Therapy with Survivors of Sexual Violence,” DC Rape Crisis Center, Washington, DC (July 17, 2006): Presenter.
“Couples Therapy with Survivors of Sexual Violence,” University of Maryland School of Social Work Continuing Professional Education, Baltimore, MD (June 30, 2006): Presenter.
“Vicarious Trauma and Self Care,” HIV/AIDS Case Managers Conference, Washington, DC (June 15, 2006): Presenter.
“Vicarious Trauma and Self Care,” Edgewood/Brookland Family Collaborative, Washington, DC (June 9, 2006): Presenter.
“Vicarious Trauma and Self Care,” Field Instructor Conference, National Catholic School of Social Service, Washington, DC (May 15, 2006): Presenter.
“Vicarious Trauma and Self Care,” St. Luke’s Institute, Silver Spring, MD, (April 6, 2006): Presenter.
“Vicarious Trauma and Self Care,” Family Ties Project, Catholic Charities, Washington, DC (January 11, 2006): Presenter.
“Working with Survivors of Sexual Assault: Special Considerations for Vulnerable Populations,” University of Maryland School of Social Work Continuing Professional Education, Baltimore, MD (October 20, 2005): Presenter.
“Sexual Violence and Persons with Disabilities,” Joseph P. Kennedy Institute Staff Training, Washington, DC (September 24, 2004): Presenter.
“Crisis Intervention with Sexual Assault Survivors,” Marymount University Resident Advisors, Arlington, VA (August 24, 2004): Presenter.
“Sexual Assault and the Older Adult,” Shadows of the Past Workshop Series, DC Rape Crisis Center (April 30, 2004): Presenter.
“The Impact of Sexual Abuse on Children and Adults: Effective Interventions for Healing,” Shadows of the Past Workshop Series, DC Rape Crisis Center (April 25 2003): Presenter.
“Abuse in Later Life,” Creating New Partnerships Conference, Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Ellicott City, MD (November 15, 2002): Co-presenter.
“Moving Beyond Stuck Points: Addressing Barriers to Progress in Healing,” Shadows of the Past Workshop Series, DC Rape Crisis Center (April 19, 2002): Presenter.
“Interventions with Survivors of Sexual Violence,” The Catholic University of American Counseling Center Staff and Interns, Washington, DC (February 14, 2002): Presenter.
“Acquaintance Rape,” American University, Washington, DC (February 7, 2001): Presenter.
“Sexual Assault: The Impact on Special Populations,” Health Issues and Concerns of Women of Color Conference, Howard University, Washington, DC (October 20, 2000): Presenter.
“Responding to a Student who has been Sexually Assaulted,” Faculty and Staff of American University Washington College of Law, Washington, DC (January 13, 2000): Presenter.
“Interventions with Sexually Abused Older Adults,” Making the Difference: Sharpening Clinical Skills in Working with Abused Seniors, DC Office on Aging, Washington, DC (September 24, 1999): Presenter.
“The Impact of Sexual Assault on the Crime Victim,” Metropolitan Police Department Cadet Training School, Washington, DC (January 4, 1999): Presenter.
“Responding to Older Survivors of Sexual Assault,” Breaking the Silence: Confronting Violence Against Older Persons Conference, DC Office on Aging, Washington, DC (April 3, 1998): Presenter.
Selected Continuing Education and Clinical Trainings
Clinical Work with Gay and Lesbian Survivors of Sexual Abuse, Shadows of the Past Workshop Series, DC Rape Crisis Center (April 2005): 6 hours.
Effectively Communicating with Clients about Sexual Issues: Beyond the Basics University of Maryland School of Social Work (December 2004): 6 hours.
Object Relations Couples Therapy, University of Maryland School of Social Work (December 2004): 6 hours.
Clinical Supervision to Promote the Effective Use of Self, University of Maryland School of Social Work (December 2003): 6 hours.
Managing Job-Related Stress and Burn-out, University of Maryland School of Social Work (November 2002): 6 hours.
Advanced Process Group, Mid-Atlantic Group Psychotherapy Society (November 2001): 6 hours.
Effective Mid-level Management in the Human Services, University of Maryland School of Social Work (May 2001): 6 hours.
Group Psychotherapy, Mid-Atlantic Group Psychotherapy Society (November 2000): 6 hours.
Positive Strategies for Anger Management, University of Maryland School of Social Work (May 2000): 6 hours.
Trauma Recovery and Empowerment Model, Shadows of the Past Workshop Series, DC Rape Crisis Center (April 2000): 6 hours.
Traumatized Children and Adolescents: Treatment Approaches, University of Maryland School of Social Work (December 1999): 6 hours.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Clinical Training (January 1999): 20 hours.
University Faculty Experience
The Catholic University of America, National Catholic School of Social Service
Visiting Assistant Professor, August 2006 to Present
Lecturer, August 2000 to May 2006. Course taught:
Diversity in a Multicultural Society (SSS 570): MSW Program.
Served on the Diversity Awareness Committee 2003-2005.
Human Behavior and the Social Environment (SSS 571): MSW Program.
Human Development and Psychopathology (SSS 572): MSW Program.
Advanced Field Integrative Seminar, Clinical Concentration (SSS 871/872): MSW Program.
Introduction to the DSM-IV-TR (SSS 545): One Credit Course, MSW Program
Feminist Theory and Social Work (SSS 533): One Credit Course open to all levels.
Developed this course with Dr. Elizabeth Smith based on independent study research
Clinical/Administrative Experience
Psychotherapist and Consultant, November 2001 to Present
Provide counseling to adults, couples and groups on a wide range of issues in social functioning.
Conduct trainings on vicarious trauma and burn-out, effective models of treatment and therapeutic interventions.
Clinical consultant for organizations such as the DC Rape Crisis Center, SMYAL, and the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
DC Rape Crisis Center, Washington, DC
Director of Counseling Services (February 2004 – October 2005)
Managed adult, adolescent, child and crisis counseling programs. Created and monitored yearly operating plan and budget for the department. Conducted clinical and administrative supervision to department staff, graduate students and interns. Facilitated weekly departmental case conferences and theory discussions. Provided individual, group, couples and family therapy for adult survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse, and those affected by abuse. Assigned new clients to counselors; reviewed intakes and assessments done by other staff. Built linkages with city agencies, community organizations and groups to enhance Center services and outreach to people in need of the services. Conducted workshops and trainings for professionals and community organizations on sexual violence and related issues. Completed quarterly programmatic reports for government grants. Coordinated graduate student program. Respond to hotline and companion crisis calls and provide support and back-up to volunteers.
Coordinator of Adult Counseling Services (October 1999 – January 2004)
Managed adult counseling program to meet yearly program objectives. Supervised clinical staff, MSW students, and interns. Provided individual, group, couples and family therapy for adult survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse, and those affected by abuse. Established satellite office in Southeast DC and provided counseling there. Conducted initial client assessments and assigned clients. Responded to hotline and companion crisis calls and provided support and back-up to volunteers. Created and implemented workshops for survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Designed, planned and implemented the Shadows of the Past educational workshops for mental health professionals working with survivors of sexual violence. Conducted workshops on counseling survivors of sexual violence and related presentations. Authored and secured funding for "Sexual Assault and the Older Woman" brochure and a chapter on counseling older survivors for a training manual. Provided outreach to older survivors through monthly presentations at senior centers.
Adult Therapist (October 1997 – September 1999)
Provided individual, group, couples and family therapy for adult survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse, and those affected by abuse. Responded to hotline and companion crisis calls and provided support and back-up to volunteers.
IONA Senior Services, Washington, DC
Healthy Aging Programs Director (September 1996 - September 1997)
Planned, implemented, and promoted new health promotional, educational and personal growth programs for older adults in IONA's new comprehensive senior center. Supervised, coordinated, and managed the staff and programs for a weekend home-delivered meal program, five community-based lunch programs, and ten neighborhood activity sites. Created and implemented program policies, tracking methods, and marketing/evaluation plans. Developed annual program budget and assisted with annual grants and new funding proposals. Faculty member of the Washington Area Geriatric Education Center Consortium.
Community Education Coordinator (August 1991 - March 1993)
Coordinated Project C.A.R.E. (Community Action to Reach the Elderly), a community organization effort designed to reach isolated older people living in apartment buildings. Developed educational programs on aging issues for 29 churches and synagogues. Authored, edited and distributed quarterly newsletter, annual Resources guide, and newsletter for apartment building managers. Coordinated all community education, outreach and marketing materials.
Office on Aging, District of Columbia Government, Washington, DC
Public Information and Special Projects Officer (March 1993-May 1996)
Monitored services and budgets for six lead agencies providing services to 103,000 older
adults. Convened monthly Director's meetings to stimulate new programs and continual growth. Created public/private partnerships with local businesses to increase services. Provided presentations on aging issues; member of Mayor's Speakers Bureau. Created speeches and briefings for Mayor and Executive Director. Hosted "DC Today Seniors' Corner" weekly television segment on local cable television. Created and coordinated all media, marketing, and outreach materials for the agency.
Field Placements
St. Luke’s House, Life Skills Program, Bethesda MD (September 1994-May 1995): Completed psychosocial assessments and of dual-diagnosed adults with chronic mental illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. Provided individual counseling for a caseload of five adults. Worked with a multidisciplinary team to review independent living skills of clients. Lead groups for clients on important life skills tasks, facilitated weekly Friday evening “Social Nights” and took clients on outings on Sundays.
DC Rape Crisis Center, Counseling and Advocacy Department, Washington, DC (September 1995-May 1996): Provided individual, couples and group therapy to survivors of sexual violence ages 14 and older. Planned, promoted and implemented a month of activities for the community during April 1996 for National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Committees, Community Service, & Professional Activities
Service in the Community Setting
Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Washington, DC, Chairperson, Social Concerns Committee, January 2006 to present.
Public Allies Advisory Board, Member, 2003.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Young Professionals Fundraising Group: Founding Member, 1996-2000.
DC Rape Crisis Center, Volunteer for Hotline and Speaker’s Bureau programs, 1991-1995
Other Professional Activities
National Catholic School of Social Service of The Catholic University of America, Alumni Board of Directors (2002-2005): Vice President.
Bowie State University Social Work Department Re-accreditation Committee (2001): Committee Member.
Dialogue with Difference: Skills for Managing Diversity (October 2000- April 2001): Participant.
Field Instructor at DC Rape Crisis Center (1997-2006): Supervised students from Catholic
University, University of Maryland, Howard University, Gallaudet University and Virginia Commonwealth University.
Regional Sexual Assault Public Relations Campaign (1999): Committee Member.
Adult Abuse Prevention Committee, DC Office on Aging (1999-2001): Participant.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Planning Committee (1998-2001): Chairperson.
Professional Associations
National Association of Social Workers
Professional Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Washington, D.C. (LC303514)
Publications
Dombo, E. (1999). Learning about older adults. In Widening the Circle: Sexual Assault/Abuse
and People with Disabilities and the Elderly. Madison, Wisconsin: Wisconsin Coalition Against
Sexual Assault.
Dombo, E. (1998). Rape: When professional values place vulnerable clients at risk. In Rothman,
J. C. (Ed.). From the front lines: Student cases in social work ethics. Boston, MA: Allyn &
Bacon.
Dombo, E. (1998). Sexual assault and the older woman. DC Rape Crisis Center
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