Major Product/SVS:
Mental health care services
Hobbies/Sports:
Designing sequined clothing; Swimming
Education Degrees:
Master of Social Work, University at Buffalo (1957); Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, Keuka College (1945)
Affiliations Awards:
Attendee, Naples Town Hall Distinguished Speaker Series, FL (2012); East Naples Civic Association; Naples Philharmonic League; National Association of Social Workers; AAUW; The English-Speaking Union
Work History:
Supervisor, Social Work Program and Rehabilitation Center, Mercy Hospital (1970-1980); Consultant, Sunnyside Nursing Home, East Syracuse, NY (1968-1989); Social Work Department, Arizona State (1967-1968); Director, Social Service Department, Cayuga Home for Children, Auburn, NY (1965-1967); Dance Teacher, Settlement House, Auburn, NY (1964); Director of Social Work and Outpatient Clinics, Syracuse University Medical School (Now Upstate Medical Center at Syracuse) (1959-1964); Supervisor, American Red Cross (1953-1959); Caseworker, City Welfare Department, City of Auburn, NY (1950-1953)
Charity:
The Philharmonic Center for the Arts; Fundraiser, Various Youth Orchestra and Museum Events; Scholarship Donor, Hodges University School of Social Work; Scholarship Donor, Keuka College; Scholarship Donor, University at Buffalo; FGCU
Number Of Years In Profession:
48
Number Of Years In Current Position:
20
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for her profession, and the colleges and universities that have helped make her career successful.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her family's inspiration.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mrs. Riemer spent 47 years as a medical psychiatric social worker. She has been retired for 19 years, and she spends her time assisting with worthy causes. She helped one of the city planners in Naples, Fla., ensure that all the main streets would have median strips planted with attractive blossoming trees, shrubs and flowers. She also enjoys planning monthly luncheons and special gala events to benefit the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts. Mrs. Riemer believes that her parents helped mold her ideas and personality. She recalls that having both parents offer their love and understanding changed her life for the better. Her father always impressed upon her to pay back the community since she had been bestowed so many fortunes in life.
Recently, she attended a Town Hall series meeting and sat at the same table as Glenn Beck, whom expressed that he was looking forward to meeting her after reading about the details of her career in the program book. It was something she looked forward to and a night she will always remember.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Helping clients; Assisting doctors; Conducting psychological and psychosocial counseling
Awards/Honors:
National Lifetime Achievement Award, National Association of Social Workers, Syracuse (1989); Award for Philanthropy in Scholarship Programs, The English-Speaking Union
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mrs. Riemer intends to become more involved in community service.