Lisa King Smith, Ed.S, LPC , CPCS
GA LPC license # 008378
NPI #1508242850
NPI #1508242850
Education
(Ed.S) Specialist Degree, Professional Clinical Mental Health Counseling & Supervision
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA
Department of Clinical & Professional Studies, College of Education
Completed: April 2014
Highlights
(M.S.) Master of Science, Integrative Health & Wellness
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 2023-Present
School of Physical Education, Sport Management & Community Wellness
In Process
(M.A.) Master of Arts Degree, Psychology
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 2005- 2007
Master of Arts, School of Arts and Sciences, Psychology (Humanistic/Existential/Transpersonal)
Highlights
(B.A.) Bachelor of Arts Degree, Psychology
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 1986-1991
Bachelor of Arts, School of Arts and Sciences, Psychology (Humanistic/Existential/Transpersonal). Philosophy minor.
Highlights
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA
Department of Clinical & Professional Studies, College of Education
Completed: April 2014
Highlights
- Publications: Academia.edu "Compassion Fatigue and Humor in Mental Health Work": A Qualitative Study. April 2014.
- Scholarship: 2013-2014 John Pershing Memorial Scholarship winner. Annual scholarship for graduate level Counseling students. College of Education, University of West Georgia.
- Honor Society: Chi Sigma Iota: Gamma Zeta Chapter, International Counseling Honors Society. June, 2011-Present
- Board of Directors Member: Licensed Professional Counselors Association of GA (LPCA). Western District Chair, 2013-2014 & 2014-2015., 2015-2016 Western District Co-Chair, 2012-16, Executive Committee Member District Representative 2012-2013. In addition, sit on various Board committees,
- President: LPCA Student Affiliate Organization (SAO) at the University of West Georgia.2012- 2014. Initiated reactivation of the chapter at UWG in 2012.
- Volunteer Trainer. PREVENT@UWG team member. Campus & community suicide prevention team. 2013-2014
- Presenter "Life After Graduation" LPCA GA counselor licensure preparedness presentation. Mercer University Atlanta, GA. LPCA SAO Student Conference. April 2012.
- Volunteer: Licensed Professional Counselor’s Association of GA (LPCA), Annual Conference. 2011-2014
- Supervisor: Supervised graduate Practicum students. Spring 2013
- Volunteer: Georgia Integrative Health Conference at UWG. May 2012.
(M.S.) Master of Science, Integrative Health & Wellness
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 2023-Present
School of Physical Education, Sport Management & Community Wellness
In Process
(M.A.) Master of Arts Degree, Psychology
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 2005- 2007
Master of Arts, School of Arts and Sciences, Psychology (Humanistic/Existential/Transpersonal)
Highlights
- Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Health and Physical Education
- Presenter: Student Psychology Annual Research Conference. Topic: Spiritual & Mindful Parenting. 2005 & 2006
- Awarded: Alumni Fund for the Advancement of Human Science Research Award, Spring 2006
- Teaching Assistant: Department of Psychology, Spring Semester 2007
- Research: (Qualitative). Spiritual/Mindful Parenting. Self-directed study with mentor advisement
- Planning Committee Member & Volunteer Coordinator: UWG Psychology Alumni Conference Spring 2007
- Date of graduation: May 2007
(B.A.) Bachelor of Arts Degree, Psychology
University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 1986-1991
Bachelor of Arts, School of Arts and Sciences, Psychology (Humanistic/Existential/Transpersonal). Philosophy minor.
Highlights
- Dean’s list
- Student Assistant: Library, Foreign Language Laboratory & Performing Arts Center
- (1989-90 attended Georgia State University, 2 semesters, Dean’s list)
- Date of graduation: December, 1991
Professional Memberships & Volunteer Positions
- Counselor Education Advisory Board. University of West Georgia. 2023-Present
- National Society for Leadership and Success. University of West Georgia Chapter. 2023-Present
- University of West Georgia Alumni Association, Board of Directors. July 2019-2021.
- Daughters of the American Revolution. Abraham Baldwin Chapter. October 2021-Present
- American Mental Health Counselors Association. 2017-Present. Membership Committee member for National Board of Directors 2021- Present.
- Licensed Professional Counselors Association of GA (LPCA), January 2012-Present. Board of Directors member: Immediate Past- President 2019-20, President, 2018-19, President-Elect, 2017-18, Western District Chair & Executive Committee member, 2013-2017, Western District Co-Chair and Executive Committee member 2012-13.
- Chi Sigma Iota: International Counseling Honors Society. June 2011-Present
Publications, Awards and Presentations
- "The Elements of Self Care. 6 Things You Should Be Doing Everyday." West Georgia Woman Magazine. January 2020. Pages 36-43.
- "Celebrate Her Success. Lisa King, LPC Healing Hearts in Carrollton". Feature article about my private practice work. West Georgia Woman Magazine. November 2019. Pages 34-42.
- "Supervision Best Practices: An Overview for Site Supervisors". Jacksonville State University. August 2019.
- Awarded. "Professional Advocacy Award". University of West Georgia. May 2019.
- Interview. February 1, 2019. National Broadcast Radio, New York City. Listen to the short 8 minute interview HERE
- "The Space in Between: How Developing Neutral Thinking Can Bring Us More Contentment". West Georgia Woman Magazine. October 2018.
- LPCA-GA 30th Annual Convention & Regional Conference- Convention Chair & Speaker. May 2018. May 2019.
- ATL's Most Inspiring Stories: Meet Lisa King. VoyageATL Magazine. November 2017.
- "Breaking the Anxiety Habit". West Georgia Woman Magazine. July 2017. Pages 24-28
- "Happiness vs Joy: Finding Gratitude During Stressful Times". West Georgia Woman Magazine. December 2016 pages 54-56.
- University of West Georgia. Chi Sigma Iota & LPCA Student Affiliate Organization. Presentation. "LPCA's Life After Graduation." April 2016.
- League of Women Voters of Carrollton - Carroll County. Presentation. "Mental Health & Advocacy Resources in Carroll County. Plus Recent Legislation Affecting LPCs in Georgia." March 2016.
- Kiwanis Lunch & Learn Presentation. "Happiness vs. Joy: Finding Gratitude During Stressful Times." December 2015
- Paper: "Compassion Fatigue and Humor in Mental Health Work": A Qualitative Study. April 2014.
Professional Credentials & Continuing Education
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Georgia. #008378 since 4/20/2015
- Certified Professional Clinical Supervisor (CPCS) #946 - Certified through LPCA-GA
- First Responder Counselor Training
- Clinical Trauma Professional Training
- Mental Health Integrative Medicine Practitioner Training
- Maintain professional liability insurance through CPH & Associates
- CAQH & NPI registered
Professional Experience
Current
Clinical Therapist
Private Practice
Carrollton, GA
August 2015-Present
I see clients in private practice and provide professional mental health counseling services. I treat clients suffering from anxiety, depression, substance abuse, self -harm, life transitions, relationship & communication issues and stress management. I treat adults, couples, families, children & adolescents.
Past
Clinical Therapist
Dallas Family Counseling Center
Dallas, GA
July 2013-May 2017
I provide professional mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, individuals & families in a private practice setting.
Individual counseling, depression, anxiety, trauma, family counseling, teen girls, women, couples counseling, grief & loss, life transitions, substance abuse, emotional management, communication, relationships.
Clinical Therapist
Murphy-Harpst
Cedartown, GA
December, 2013 to November 2015
Part time consultant Therapist working with a caseload of adolescent patients and their families at the organization's residential facility, outpatient clinic & group home.
Clinical Therapist & Outreach Specialist.
The Potter's Behavioral Medicine Clinic.
Villa Rica, GA & Hiram, GA
March 2012- September 2013
A holistic mental health private medical practice, specializing in addiction, detox, medically assisted detox, dual diagnoses, mild autism, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD & general mental health psychotherapy & well-being for adults, adolescents and children. Provide intensive outpatient and individual counseling services. Working under direct supervision of the Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, as well as in house and outside LPC’s.
Director of Enrollment & Communications. University of West Georgia. College of Education Carrollton, GA
September 2011-March 2012
• Oversaw, developed & implemented all marketing & communications strategies for the College of Education
• Initiated, managed, & developed internal & community events, public relations, recruitment & outreach efforts
• Attended conferences & on campus & off campus events, designed for recruitment & visibility
• Advised and oversaw 18 Student Ambassadors & their activities
• Initiated COE Annual Report publication
• Worked toward branding the COE image
• Brought highly attended CEU counseling related events to COE through the LPCA partnership.
• Supervised a Graduate Research Assistant
• Worked closely with University Marketing to develop COE marketing materials and message
• Worked closely with Departmental Chairs to develop updated marketing materials
• Committee member for Convocation, Festival of Learning, University Social Media Collaborative & others
• Created & managed COE promotional efforts
• Developed & maintained alumni, student, faculty & retired faculty relations
• Implemented & oversaw all communication efforts such as daily updated to public visual screens, publications, newsletter, web site, blog, advertising, recruitment & social media.
Practicum Intern Phoenix Resource Center Carrollton, GA
August 2011-January 2012
For completion of pre-requisites for EdS degree in Professional Community Counseling and Supervision & state licensure.
• Provide in-home therapy, education & community support, Wrap Around, CORE & CBAY services.
• Work with DFACS & DJJ for case referrals and consultation
Participated in class discussion, case conceptualization, case presentation
• Family & individual therapy, substance abuse, addiction, life skills, domestic violence, family intervention
Worked under direct on site and campus supervision & direction.
150 Practicum hours completed encompassing all work listed above
Associate Clinical Therapist & Community Support Specialist: Willowbrooke at Tanner Hospital Carrollton, GA
January 2011-May 2011
• Worked with families and youth in home & at school to build & strengthen life skills & relationships.
• In-home individual & family therapy.
• Substance Abuse & addiction, sexual acting out, behavioral disorders, domestic violence, DJJ, DFACS, life skills
• Provided CORE, Wrap Around & IFI services
• Reinforced therapeutic goals & treatment plans
• Carroll, Coweta & Heard Counties
• Experienced in Mitchell and McCormick software
Mentor Coordinator & Lead Instructor for After School Education: Carrollton Housing Authority
ROSS Program (Resident Opportunities for Self Sufficiency)
Carrollton, GA, April 2010- November 2010
• Charged with the creation and development of an ongoing mentoring program for youth who live within the Carrollton Housing projects.
• Developed workshops and events designed to foster mentor/mentee relationships
• Trained mentors
• Matched mentors to mentees
• Maintained oversight of the program at large
• Part time: 20 hours per week. Grant funded position
Independent Contractor & Client Listing
Owner/President, Creative Services Office Solutions. Atlanta, GA. August 2000-Present
Provide independent contractor and freelance services including:
• Membership association management
• Event support & management
• Training, teaching, teaching assistance, facilitation, online, web cast & classroom instruction
• Virtual personal/executive assistance
• Small business support services
• Consultant services
• Community, social services & Mental Health services (not licensed)
Personal Assistant, to Artist, Gordon E. Chandler
Carrollton, GA. March 2010-May 2012
• Oversee bookkeeping of artist’s personal and professional finances
• Maintain inventory tracking
• Contact galleries on behalf of artist
• Take photographs of work for submissions
• Apply to art showings, arrange travel, etc.
• Maintain organization of personal and professional life
• Part time: approx 10 hours per week as needed
Membership Association & Event Management.
Association of Corporate Counsel, Atlanta, GA. March 2006-January 2014
• Oversee & manage the state chapter of an international in-house, lawyer membership association
• Coordinate & manage monthly membership luncheon meetings working directly with speakers & sponsors
• Administer web site & collect CLE data
• Work closely with board of directors on special projects & regular meetings
• Work with national to implement standards & programs
• Answer inquiries, manage database & all aspects of our membership of 800
• Serve as the only consistent Board member each year & attend quarterly board meetings, give input & brainstorming for innovation & strategic planning.
• Part time contract. Approximately 30 hours per month
CT Trainer
Pathway’s Community Network. Atlanta, GA. June 2008- 2009
• Pathways Compass is a collaborative case management network among non-profit organizations.
• Provided on-site & web cast facilitation & training in confidentiality, ethics, best practices, case management & HIPAA compliance to community services staff at various locations in
• the state of Georgia & the Southeast.
• Primarily worked with homeless shelter staff & the Department of Community Affairs
• Trained staff to comply with federal, state and local privacy laws utilizing, but expanding on, a pre-created curriculum
• 100% success rate for all trainees in passing the required exam
• Contract: As needed.
Clinical Assessor & Family & Community Support Individual
Family Intervention Specialists. Hiram, GA. June 2008- July 2009
• Coached children & families in skill building, support, in home therapy, referrals, clinical assessments, parent & family support, advocacy & assessments to families & juvenile delinquents.
• Worked with families who have been referred by Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Family & Children Services & other community resources to identify primary therapeutic needs & assessments.
• Individual & family, substance abuse & addiction, relationships, behavioral disorders, oppositional behavior
• Maintained HIPAA compliance & case notes utilizing the PIMA reporting system
• Part time Contract. As needed.
Program Coordinator & Instructor : Georgia Highlands College. Carrollton Campus. August 2007- August 2009
• Managed a classroom of students & taught all 7 sections of The Freshman College Experience Courses for Accelerated Transfer Program (ATP), totaling 100 students per semester, for 2008-2009 academic year.
• Created a curriculum & designed a course around the text to teach college freshmen about student success habits, the core curriculum, navigating the campus, study skills, time management, interpersonal, communication, & leadership skills, as well how to effectively choose a major
• As part time Program Coordinator, managed the site operations of the part time ATP office on campus, advised students, served as liaison to West GA, worked with West GA to secure rooms, made schedule changes, answered student & faculty questions & concerns, & directed day to day operations of the program.
• ATP Program closed in August 2009.
• Proficient in BANNER, BANWeb, Web CT Vista (online course management tool) & the USG core Curriculum
Academic Advisor
University of West Georgia, College of Arts & Sciences & the EXCEL Center for Academic Excellence. Carrollton, GA. November 2007-June 2008
• Advised & managed a case load of undergraduate students & referred students to appropriate departmental offices, faculty, & support services for help with academic, personal, career advising, academic skills development, & financial aid
• Independently researched, presented & played key role in UWG adopting the FOCUS-2 major/career assessment.
• Assisted students in deciding on a major & career. Researched, presented & played a key role in initiating the campus wide use of new major/career exploration software, (FOCUS-2) in order to advise & assist students more effectively when choosing a major
• Assisted at risk first year students in transition from high school to college & assisted all students in academic success
• Developed & present recruitment & retention programs,
• Participated in & created materials for orientation sessions, workshops, & other programs
• Wrote letters of recommendation for students
• Served as liaison for 6 specific academic departments & work with department chairs to advise students around programs
• Utilizing a self created curriculum & worked, intensively in the role of “academic coach” with a caseload of 52 high risk freshmen students on academic probation. Results: Achieved the highest retention rates of freshmen academic probation students among our staff of 8.
• Consistently received “extremely high” student advising evaluations
• Proficient in BANNER & the USG Core Curriculum
Parent Educator
Morningstar Family Resources.Carrollton, GA. September 2005-August 2006
• Served as a part-time in-home Parent Educator to families referred by DFACS who are in danger of losing their children to the state or who are trying to recover custody of their children.
• Individual & family, substance abuse & addiction, domestic violence, mental illness, behavioral disorders
• Working within state & local compliance, acted as a parenting coach to assist parents in the development of a unique, family specific action plan to enhance and enrich family life by developing effective parenting, discipline, hygiene, housekeeping, problem solving, & decision making.
• Filed appropriate paperwork & worked within HIPAA & state mandated guidelines
• Additionally, worked with Katrina evacuees & local Hispanic population
• Part time contract. Approximately 12-15 hours per week.
Clinical Therapist
Private Practice
Carrollton, GA
August 2015-Present
I see clients in private practice and provide professional mental health counseling services. I treat clients suffering from anxiety, depression, substance abuse, self -harm, life transitions, relationship & communication issues and stress management. I treat adults, couples, families, children & adolescents.
Past
Clinical Therapist
Dallas Family Counseling Center
Dallas, GA
July 2013-May 2017
I provide professional mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, individuals & families in a private practice setting.
Individual counseling, depression, anxiety, trauma, family counseling, teen girls, women, couples counseling, grief & loss, life transitions, substance abuse, emotional management, communication, relationships.
Clinical Therapist
Murphy-Harpst
Cedartown, GA
December, 2013 to November 2015
Part time consultant Therapist working with a caseload of adolescent patients and their families at the organization's residential facility, outpatient clinic & group home.
- Individual, family and group psychotherapy, , skill building, coping skills, communication, emotional management, anxiety, depression, abuse and trauma, substance abuse, PTSD, life skills.
- Co-presenting a training for staff on vicarious trauma
Clinical Therapist & Outreach Specialist.
The Potter's Behavioral Medicine Clinic.
Villa Rica, GA & Hiram, GA
March 2012- September 2013
A holistic mental health private medical practice, specializing in addiction, detox, medically assisted detox, dual diagnoses, mild autism, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD & general mental health psychotherapy & well-being for adults, adolescents and children. Provide intensive outpatient and individual counseling services. Working under direct supervision of the Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, as well as in house and outside LPC’s.
- Facilitate & case manage individual & group, intensive outpatient program group sessions and provide case management for adults and adolescents for substance abuse, wellness & mental health.
- Provide preliminary Psychiatric intake evaluations & diagnostic impressions along with Therapist intake assessments, ASI, ASAM, treatment planning, case management & treatment team meetings.
- Maintain a case load of individual clinic clients, including adults, children, families and adolescents, providing ongoing individual counseling to adults, adolescents, children & families.
- Provide computer assisted ADHD testing, observation, consultation and assessment.
- Utilize motivational interviewing, REBT, DBT, CBT, client centered Humanistic psychotherapy, & the matrix model for substance abuse, dual diagnosis and mental health issues.
- Lead therapist for clinic weight loss program
- Plan, initiate & execute community outreach efforts, events & programming
- Spearhead, organize, plan and co-facilitate a First Responder community outreach effort around addiction, the newest street drugs, stress management and trauma.
- Attend treatment team meetings & sit on the Paulding & Carroll County, Local Interagency Planning Team (LIPT), Paulding County System of Care, and the Cobb County Schools Prevention Intervention Coalition & Carroll Meth & Substance Abuse Awareness Coalition (CMAC) on behalf of the clinic.
- Carroll County Chamber of Commerce representative for the practice
- Work directly with other mental health agencies as a liaison to Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Counselors, Carroll & Paulding County DJJ, School Counselors and Psychologists and Carroll County Communities in Schools Site Coordinators in regard to referrals to the practice.
- Utilize my many contacts within the local and professional community, to provide community outreach services on behalf of the clinic
- Maintain web site and marketing efforts (Paulding, Douglas & Carroll)
- Ability to adapt easily to change and growth within a growing & ambitious private practice behavioral health clinic
- Workshop, presentation and training development: Creation, co-creation, facilitation & co-facilitation of specific educational programming, lunch & learns, conference exhibition, workshops, trainings and presentations on behalf of the practice including, in service, mental health agencies, community services, schools, law enforcement, churches and other venues.
- Experienced in Carepaths, Kareo, ASI, ASAM, & T.O.V.A. software & assessment systems
Director of Enrollment & Communications. University of West Georgia. College of Education Carrollton, GA
September 2011-March 2012
• Oversaw, developed & implemented all marketing & communications strategies for the College of Education
• Initiated, managed, & developed internal & community events, public relations, recruitment & outreach efforts
• Attended conferences & on campus & off campus events, designed for recruitment & visibility
• Advised and oversaw 18 Student Ambassadors & their activities
• Initiated COE Annual Report publication
• Worked toward branding the COE image
• Brought highly attended CEU counseling related events to COE through the LPCA partnership.
• Supervised a Graduate Research Assistant
• Worked closely with University Marketing to develop COE marketing materials and message
• Worked closely with Departmental Chairs to develop updated marketing materials
• Committee member for Convocation, Festival of Learning, University Social Media Collaborative & others
• Created & managed COE promotional efforts
• Developed & maintained alumni, student, faculty & retired faculty relations
• Implemented & oversaw all communication efforts such as daily updated to public visual screens, publications, newsletter, web site, blog, advertising, recruitment & social media.
Practicum Intern Phoenix Resource Center Carrollton, GA
August 2011-January 2012
For completion of pre-requisites for EdS degree in Professional Community Counseling and Supervision & state licensure.
• Provide in-home therapy, education & community support, Wrap Around, CORE & CBAY services.
• Work with DFACS & DJJ for case referrals and consultation
Participated in class discussion, case conceptualization, case presentation
• Family & individual therapy, substance abuse, addiction, life skills, domestic violence, family intervention
Worked under direct on site and campus supervision & direction.
150 Practicum hours completed encompassing all work listed above
Associate Clinical Therapist & Community Support Specialist: Willowbrooke at Tanner Hospital Carrollton, GA
January 2011-May 2011
• Worked with families and youth in home & at school to build & strengthen life skills & relationships.
• In-home individual & family therapy.
• Substance Abuse & addiction, sexual acting out, behavioral disorders, domestic violence, DJJ, DFACS, life skills
• Provided CORE, Wrap Around & IFI services
• Reinforced therapeutic goals & treatment plans
• Carroll, Coweta & Heard Counties
• Experienced in Mitchell and McCormick software
Mentor Coordinator & Lead Instructor for After School Education: Carrollton Housing Authority
ROSS Program (Resident Opportunities for Self Sufficiency)
Carrollton, GA, April 2010- November 2010
• Charged with the creation and development of an ongoing mentoring program for youth who live within the Carrollton Housing projects.
• Developed workshops and events designed to foster mentor/mentee relationships
• Trained mentors
• Matched mentors to mentees
• Maintained oversight of the program at large
• Part time: 20 hours per week. Grant funded position
Independent Contractor & Client Listing
Owner/President, Creative Services Office Solutions. Atlanta, GA. August 2000-Present
Provide independent contractor and freelance services including:
• Membership association management
• Event support & management
• Training, teaching, teaching assistance, facilitation, online, web cast & classroom instruction
• Virtual personal/executive assistance
• Small business support services
• Consultant services
• Community, social services & Mental Health services (not licensed)
Personal Assistant, to Artist, Gordon E. Chandler
Carrollton, GA. March 2010-May 2012
• Oversee bookkeeping of artist’s personal and professional finances
• Maintain inventory tracking
• Contact galleries on behalf of artist
• Take photographs of work for submissions
• Apply to art showings, arrange travel, etc.
• Maintain organization of personal and professional life
• Part time: approx 10 hours per week as needed
Membership Association & Event Management.
Association of Corporate Counsel, Atlanta, GA. March 2006-January 2014
• Oversee & manage the state chapter of an international in-house, lawyer membership association
• Coordinate & manage monthly membership luncheon meetings working directly with speakers & sponsors
• Administer web site & collect CLE data
• Work closely with board of directors on special projects & regular meetings
• Work with national to implement standards & programs
• Answer inquiries, manage database & all aspects of our membership of 800
• Serve as the only consistent Board member each year & attend quarterly board meetings, give input & brainstorming for innovation & strategic planning.
• Part time contract. Approximately 30 hours per month
CT Trainer
Pathway’s Community Network. Atlanta, GA. June 2008- 2009
• Pathways Compass is a collaborative case management network among non-profit organizations.
• Provided on-site & web cast facilitation & training in confidentiality, ethics, best practices, case management & HIPAA compliance to community services staff at various locations in
• the state of Georgia & the Southeast.
• Primarily worked with homeless shelter staff & the Department of Community Affairs
• Trained staff to comply with federal, state and local privacy laws utilizing, but expanding on, a pre-created curriculum
• 100% success rate for all trainees in passing the required exam
• Contract: As needed.
Clinical Assessor & Family & Community Support Individual
Family Intervention Specialists. Hiram, GA. June 2008- July 2009
• Coached children & families in skill building, support, in home therapy, referrals, clinical assessments, parent & family support, advocacy & assessments to families & juvenile delinquents.
• Worked with families who have been referred by Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Family & Children Services & other community resources to identify primary therapeutic needs & assessments.
• Individual & family, substance abuse & addiction, relationships, behavioral disorders, oppositional behavior
• Maintained HIPAA compliance & case notes utilizing the PIMA reporting system
• Part time Contract. As needed.
Program Coordinator & Instructor : Georgia Highlands College. Carrollton Campus. August 2007- August 2009
• Managed a classroom of students & taught all 7 sections of The Freshman College Experience Courses for Accelerated Transfer Program (ATP), totaling 100 students per semester, for 2008-2009 academic year.
• Created a curriculum & designed a course around the text to teach college freshmen about student success habits, the core curriculum, navigating the campus, study skills, time management, interpersonal, communication, & leadership skills, as well how to effectively choose a major
• As part time Program Coordinator, managed the site operations of the part time ATP office on campus, advised students, served as liaison to West GA, worked with West GA to secure rooms, made schedule changes, answered student & faculty questions & concerns, & directed day to day operations of the program.
• ATP Program closed in August 2009.
• Proficient in BANNER, BANWeb, Web CT Vista (online course management tool) & the USG core Curriculum
Academic Advisor
University of West Georgia, College of Arts & Sciences & the EXCEL Center for Academic Excellence. Carrollton, GA. November 2007-June 2008
• Advised & managed a case load of undergraduate students & referred students to appropriate departmental offices, faculty, & support services for help with academic, personal, career advising, academic skills development, & financial aid
• Independently researched, presented & played key role in UWG adopting the FOCUS-2 major/career assessment.
• Assisted students in deciding on a major & career. Researched, presented & played a key role in initiating the campus wide use of new major/career exploration software, (FOCUS-2) in order to advise & assist students more effectively when choosing a major
• Assisted at risk first year students in transition from high school to college & assisted all students in academic success
• Developed & present recruitment & retention programs,
• Participated in & created materials for orientation sessions, workshops, & other programs
• Wrote letters of recommendation for students
• Served as liaison for 6 specific academic departments & work with department chairs to advise students around programs
• Utilizing a self created curriculum & worked, intensively in the role of “academic coach” with a caseload of 52 high risk freshmen students on academic probation. Results: Achieved the highest retention rates of freshmen academic probation students among our staff of 8.
• Consistently received “extremely high” student advising evaluations
• Proficient in BANNER & the USG Core Curriculum
Parent Educator
Morningstar Family Resources.Carrollton, GA. September 2005-August 2006
• Served as a part-time in-home Parent Educator to families referred by DFACS who are in danger of losing their children to the state or who are trying to recover custody of their children.
• Individual & family, substance abuse & addiction, domestic violence, mental illness, behavioral disorders
• Working within state & local compliance, acted as a parenting coach to assist parents in the development of a unique, family specific action plan to enhance and enrich family life by developing effective parenting, discipline, hygiene, housekeeping, problem solving, & decision making.
• Filed appropriate paperwork & worked within HIPAA & state mandated guidelines
• Additionally, worked with Katrina evacuees & local Hispanic population
• Part time contract. Approximately 12-15 hours per week.