I grew up in a military family and have traveled all over the world. This has helped me learn about diversity and about relationships. I have experienced tragedy in my life which God has brought me through and has blessed me with compassion for others. I have a close relationship with a brilliant playwright and author who has opened up African American history for me at last! I have, also, become more of an activist in recent years and, with God's help, will stand up for my people and for the disenfranchised.
Recovering from acting as caregiver for my son who nearly died from Disseminated Valley Fever and Valley Fever Meningitis. God chose to spare my son's life, thank God!, and with God's help, I will be able to save my home from foreclosure due to a refinance through a broker who took advantage of my distress and got me into a loan with 13% interest. I am currently seeking employment and have only 2 or 3 weeks before my bankruptcy will be dismissed to to inability to pay.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
I am a widow of an Air Force Serviceman who served in the First Gulf War and died as a result of Gulf War Syndrome (although denied by services). I put myself through school after my husband's death and raised our two sons. I currently have an M.A. from Chapman University in Orange, CA, in Professional Counseling. I hope to go back to school for a terminal degree in Psychology with a minor in African American Studies, and help to empower my Brothers and Sisters, as well as other minorities and disenfranchised groups.
God helped me to survive my husband's death, to raise my two sons, to complete school and to help save my youngest son's life while he was in the hospital and nursing home for 10 months.
I graduated with a 3.9 from Chapman University, thank God!
Most Memorable Moment:
Being Inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and Psi Chi for undergraduate honors.
Being inducted into the International Honor Society of Students, Professional Counselors and Counselor Educators in Psychology, Chi Sigma Iota in May 2001 by Chapman University.
High School: Alamogordo Senior High School in Alamogordo, NM
class of 1973
Activities & Accomplishments:
Member of Honor Society
Aide to French Teacher/4th year French Student
Member of The Triple Trio Chorus Group
Member of Student Spirit Dance Troupe
Excelled in English/Literature/Writing
Inducted
Best Memories:
Working hard to achieve mastery of the French language.
Singing at other schools, club meetings around town and special events with the Triple Trio.
Dancing for Basketball games during half-time.
Composing short stories, poems, narratives, etc. for Writing and English classes; and, enjoying the writing of others in Lit class.
Primary Caregiver, Hospital Advocate & Attendant Care Worker|
Consumer Direct Personal Care
From September 2006 to Current • 20 year(s)
Provided specialized care for adult son with osteomyelitis and Valley Fever Meningitis. Trained in tracheotomy care and medication management.
Therapist/Discharge Planner|
Palo Verde Hospital
From September 2008 to January 2009 • 1 year(s)
Provided discharge planning for inpatient population and crisis counseling. Recommended community resources for 10 patients per day.
Clinical Specialist|
Cope Behavioral Health Services
From January 2005 to June 2006 • 1 year(s)
Facilitated life skills, anxiety, and depression groups for seriously mentally ill clients. Provided individual, couples and family counseling.
Intake/Interim Therapist|
Providence Corporation, Inc.
From August 2003 to May 2004 • 1 year(s)
Provided intake and stabilization services for children in foster care. Used play and art therapy techniques.
Clinician|
La Frontera Center
From July 2002 to August 2003 • 1 year(s)
Provided counseling for adult mental health and dual-diagnosis clients. Facilitated grief group and instituted Day of the Dead ceremony.
Caseworker & Grief Counselor|
Tu Nidito Children and Family Services
From December 2001 to May 2002 • 1 year(s)
Provided casework for chronically ill children and families. Created bereavement group format and co-facilitated family support groups.
Psych Tech II|
Cottonwood de Tucson
From April 2000 to November 2001 • 1 year(s)
Supported adolescent inpatients during treatment. Led recovery groups and assisted with psychodrama groups.
Group & Individual Therapist|
Cottonwood de Tucson
From January 2001 to March 2001 • 0 year(s)
Co-facilitated therapy groups for chemically-dependent clients. Completed biopsychosocials and treatment plans.
Facilitator & Office Aide|
Family Counseling Agency
From January 1997 to January 2000 • 3 year(s)
Co-facilitated grief groups for adults and children. Performed office duties including registration and data input.
Study Group Leader & Retreat Facilitator|
Navy/Marine Corps
From January 1987 to January 1996 • 9 year(s)
Led Bible studies and co-facilitated CREDO retreats. Provided paraprofessional counseling and crisis intervention.
Chairman of Volunteers & Trainer|
American Red Cross
From January 1986 to January 1989 • 3 year(s)
Coordinated 2000 volunteers and supervised site coordinators. Trained staff in leadership and conducted certification classes.
Administrative Assistant|
Alamogordo Older American Center
From January 1978 to January 1984 • 6 year(s)
Performed clerical duties and assisted with senior activities. Delivered meals and provided paraprofessional counseling.
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