Credentials
Master of Social Work (MSW) 2014
Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor
Certificate of Specialization—Geriatrics
CPR Certification
Professional Skills and Experience
Mental Health Services
Counseling
Research Support
Individual and Group Therapy
Case Management
Manuscript Assistance
Employment
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Dr. Jonas Clark
Dallas, TX
2013 - Present
Project Support Clerk for psychological studies. Compile data, conduct qualitative and statistical analysis and prepare reference sources and bibliographical citations per American Psychological Association (APA) format. Edit and transcribe texts.
Achievements: Prepared 4 manuscripts accepted for publication in high-profile trade publications.
GROUP FACILITATOR
TX Human Services
Dallas, TX
Summer, 2012
Discussion-Group Leader on a variety of issues including anger and stress management, substance abuse and chemical dependency, goal-setting and daily living skills.
Achievement: Increased participation in groups from 6 to 40 members.
VOLUNTEER
Texas Youth Treatment Center
Plano, TX
Winter, 2011
Assisted the Case Manager for up to 15 youth, ages 5 to 18. Provided individual counseling and group therapy on family issues, behavioral and emotional problems, anger, anxiety and abuse.
CAMP COUNSELOR
Camp Iwannago
Dallas, TX
Summer, 2011
Camp Counselor in summer camp for displaced children. Managed camp activities and provided counseling services for 25 youth in preparation for home visits, reunification and/or foster care.
Education
Master of Arts, Social Work
Texas State University
Dallas, TX
2014
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Columbia University
Dallas, TX
2012
Memberships
National Association of Social Workers, MemberAmerican Counseling Association, Regional Representative
National Board of Certified Counselors, Member