The Team
Who We Are
Jeffrey A. Rosenheck
Founder & CEO
Jeff Rosenheck, a lifelong resident of Pine City, NY serves as the founder and CEO of Lifesaving Outreach Services. Jeff holds an AOS in Fire Protection Technology from Corning Community College, a BA in Education from Lycoming College and a MS in Emergency Management from Elmira College. Jeff also holds a PA and NY EMT card, his PA DOH Instructor certification, and is a certified Fire Instructor for the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy. Jeff also holds teaching certifications in secondary education in both NY and PA and holds instructor credentials with ASHI, AHA, NAEMT, and McNeil and Company.
Jeff has extensive history in emergency services, including more than 15 years as a firefighter and EMT, having served as volunteer fire Captain and EMS Chief. He has also held positions as a 911 dispatcher, county Emergency Management Coordinator, County Training Coordinator, College Professor and EMS Instructor, 911 Training Coordinator, and hospital Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. Jeff also holds his County Professional Emergency Manager certificate from PEMA, and holds ProBoard certifications in Vehicle Rescue and Hazardous Materials.
When not teaching, Jeff enjoys skiing, boating, traveling, hiking and related activities. Jeff loves tying his passions of education and emergency services together each day. He resides with his son, Calvin.
Jessica Sheets
Instructor/COO
Jessica is a CPR Instructor and Emergency Medical Technician with six years of frontline pre-hospital experience. Throughout her EMT career, Jess has responded to a wide range of medical emergencies, gaining firsthand knowledge of how critical, timely effective CPR can be in saving lives. This real-world experience shapes her teaching approach, allowing her to provide practical insights, realistic scenarios, and hands-on guidance that prepare students for true emergency situations.
As a certified CPR instructor, Jess is passionate about empowering others with the skills and confidence needed to act quickly in life-threatening moments. She has taught students from diverse backgrounds—including healthcare workers, first responders, educators and community members, always emphasizing clear communication, proper technique, and evidence-based practices.
Shawn Packard
Instructor/website admin.
Shawn has been an active Nationally Registered/Certified Paramedic since 2011, prior that he was in law enforcement at various locations in the state of Pennsylvania for over 18 years. Shawn holds a Bachelors in Criminal Justice Administration with a minor in Psychology, Certificate in Paramedicine and holds state paramedic licensure in PA, NY & FL. Along with this he is also a ProBoard Level 1 Fire/EMS instructor and NAEMT instructor as well.
In his free time, he likes spending time with his daughters, three grandchildren and his two labs.
Dave Pelachik
Instructor
Dave has been an active Paramedic since 1992, in both military and civilian EMS systems. Additionally, an instructor since 2000 teaching in various collegiate and civilian settings in emergency medical topics. He is currently certified ESCI, AHA, NAEMT & PA Department of Health Instructor.
Cody Berry
Instructor
Bio COMING SOON
ALLEN MATHEWS
Instructor
With over 25 years of experience in Fire and EMS, Allen Mathews brings a lifetime of real-world emergency knowledge to every CPR class he teaches. His career began in 2000, when he first entered the Fire/EMS field, and since then he has dedicated himself to serving his community through emergency medical care, rescue operations, and public safety education.
Allen’s passion for teaching CPR comes from years of responding to critical incidents where quick, confident action made all the difference. He believes that everyone—not just first responders—should have the skills and confidence to save a life. His teaching style is clear, hands-on, and encouraging, making even first-time learners feel capable and prepared.
Through his CPR instruction, Allen is committed to passing on his knowledge, strengthening his community, and empowering others to take action when it matters most.
Chris Sheets
Instructor
Christopher is a seasoned CPR Instructor with more than 20 years of firefighting experience, bringing a deep, real-world understanding of emergency response to every class. Throughout a distinguished fire service career, Chris has responded to countless medical emergencies, giving him firsthand insight into the lifesaving impact of high-quality CPR, AED use, and effective first aid. This experience shapes his training style, making it practical, scenario-based, and grounded in what truly works in the field.
Dr. Constance Sweet
Instructor
Dr. Sweet is a Family Physician and CPR Instructor with a broad and comprehensive background in emergency and clinical care. With training and experience across Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics, Hospice care, and pre-hospital settings, Dr. Sweet brings a unique, multidisciplinary perspective to lifesaving education. Her hands-on experience in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations allows her to translate complex medical concepts into clear, practical skills that students can confidently apply in real emergencies.
Certified in both Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Dr. Sweet is committed to delivering evidence-based instruction that meets current medical standards. Her teaching style emphasizes clarity, compassion, and real-world application—ensuring that each participant not only learns the techniques, but understands the critical thinking required to respond effectively in a crisis.