Experience

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  Lamar university

  Feb 2012 - Feb 2014

  - Evaluated student needs and goals and assist them with choosing a major, course selection, registration, developing academic skills, and fulfilling graduation requirements- Partnered with students to overcome the challenges of university life by identifying and referring students services and community resources- Assisted students in career development and understanding the connection between academic programs and careers- Provided career guidance and career development with clear goals established- Monitored student progress and offer suggestions when needed- Assisted transfer students with understanding articulation agreements, choosing transfer coursework, understanding transfer policies and admission requirements for other colleges and professional programs Show less - Worked for STARS (Student Tutoring and Retention Services) - Cardinal Learning, Engagement and Development, WINGS Mentoring Program- Led learning communities for students that were unsure of their best occupational fit- Reached out to local professionals to present and answer questions to students interested in their field- Led 3 mentoring programs on campus: WINGS, Mi Socio, and AAMP- Recruited staff and faculty to participate as mentors, and students as mentees, for campus mentoring programs- Paired mentor and mentee for program- Organized events for mentoring program Show less

  • Academic Advisor

    Feb 2013 - Feb 2014

  • Graduate Assistant for Student Tutoring and Advising and Retention Services

    Feb 2012 - Feb 2013
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  Lamar university

  Jul 2015 - May 2017

  Assistant director - center for career & professional development

  - Prepared students for employment by developing and facilitating training for professional development- Provided career development and job search counseling to students and alumni in both individual and group settings- Advised students on resumes, cover letters, interviews, graduate school LOI’s and all professional documents- Held mock interviews for students and alumni- Conducted intake assessments to help determine the student's vocational strengths and provide career exploration for major and/or concentration choice- Helped plan campus events involving The Center for Career and Professional Development- Built effective relationships with local and regional corporations, non-profit and government organizations- Provided career coaching, including seminars and workshops all over campus Show less

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  Region 5 education service center

  May 2016 - May 2017

  Instructor/jag specialist

  Instructor duties:- Worked with adults seeking certifications and/or GED- Kept proper records regarding attendanceJAG Specialist duties:- Mentored and taught at-risk youth obtaining their GED; Taught life skills and career and professional development skills- Assisted with finding appropriate resources for students, when applicable

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  University of st. thomas (tx)

  Sept 2017 - Apr 2019

  Career counselor

  - Empower and facilitate professional training to students and alumni regarding professional development- Provide career development and job search counseling to current students and alumni in both individual and group settings, decided and undecided students- Help plan, organize, and facilitate events on and off campus- Assist with recruitment of employers and alumni to participate in campus activities, presentations, events, and student engagement- Review professional documents and teach students/alumni how to compose and edit said documents- Hold mock interviews- Assist with supervision of 5 student workers Show less

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  Vista college

  Feb 2019 - Jul 2020

  Adjunct professor

  - Teach students a variety of subjects: Psychology, Career Strategies, and Sociology classes- Approach students with a beyond the books philosophy by incorporating tools so students can utilize what they learn in their real lives- Keep accurate records, collaborate with other departments, and have one on one meetings with students to ensure students thrive- Design and develop learning solutions within the curriculum using a variety of learning approaches

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  Hartwell clinic

  May 2019 - now

  Psychotherapist

  - Help people overcome their emotional problems and cope with tough situations using a range of psychological treatments, integrating a holistic plan- Responsible for assessing client needs and creating an appropriate treatment plan- Maintain records, track client progress, and interpret and administer assessments

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  Independence university

  Jul 2020 - now

  Career services advisor

  -Maintains student placement records and reports in accordance with Standards of Accreditation.-Assists students with job skills that will allow them to be successful in their job search, including resume and letter writing; interviewing; job search strategies.-Participates in the Professional Development course, as needed.