Regina Thomas

340 Thomas Edison Pl Hope Mills, NC 28348 254-247-4795 aarindavon@gmail.com

https://reginaathomas.weebly.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/regina-thomas-044a5a102/

SUMMARY
Dedicated Career Counseling with over four years experience, with an outstanding record of accomplishment;
skilled at providing positive direction for students academic, social and emotional well-being. Strong ability to
communicate with diverse clientele with a proven ability to produce superior results in a fast-paced environment

EDUCATION
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling August 2015
Texas A&M University-Central Texas, Killeen, TX

Bachelor of Science in Psychology December 2010

Texas A&M University-Central Texas: Deans List; Distinguished Student

Alternative Teaching Preparation Program October 2016

Temple, TX

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Career Service Advisor-Instructor 10/2017 - Present
Miller-Motte College Fayetteville, NC
Monitors the progress of students who are interviewing and follows-up with employers and students to
determine the outcome of student placement and employer satisfaction
Assist student in their career search by aiding in resume writing and interviewing skills
Facilitates educational workshops and career coaching to current and graduated students
Applies active learning methods and utilize various instructional strategies to students
Monitors student status through online program, providing updates to students and organized online
grading
Conducts classroom management duties including resolving student conflicts and maintaining controlled
classroom environment

Installation Administrator
Indtai Inc., Fort Hood, TX 10/2016-5/2017
Assisted 120 students with admission into career programs to ensure students were placed in a program
appropriate for the career choice resulting in an improved program and student success.
Planned and executed program graduations and ceremonies for over 115 students per class to ensure
clients received the recognition they desired after completing a career skills program
Performed as Office Manager in the absence of the Supervisor by participating in meetings, explaining
program policies and procedures to visitors

Career Counselor I
Serco Inc., Fort Hood, TX 11/2015-09/2016
Guided over 100 clients with resume writing, mock interviews, and job searching to increase their ability
to work independently resulting in employment
Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to over 500 clients assisting clients in making
informed career and educational decision-making in order to prepare clients for jobs
Organized training and followed-up after training to ensure clients and staff were in compliance with
company and government standards and goals
Provided informative presentations to students regarding different areas of careers and study ensuring
all students fully comprehended all aspects of the curriculum
Graduate Assistant
Texas A&M University Central Texas Killeen TX 01/2015-08/2015
Created, implemented and conducted mental health prevention and awareness by assisting in marketing
and job fairs in order to increase student, staff, and community awareness about mental health issues
Guided 15 graduate students in conducting in-person and telephone intakes determining client urgency
and referring clients to appropriate resources based on individual or family need
Collaborated as a liaison between graduate students and clinic supervisor to ensure the proper
coordination of client care to include scheduling and rescheduling appointments, billing, and general
office duties

Student Internship (Practicum)

Transforming Life Counseling Center, Killeen, TX 08/2014-05/2015
Counseled over 50 at-risk high school students (ages 14-19) providing students by utilizing psycho-
education, social, and emotional guidance improving student academic achievement
Participated in parent/teacher meetings to discuss and develop emotional and behavior strategies for
students with mental and emotional challenges resulting in improved classroom behavior
Conducted weekly individual and group therapy sessions with adults diagnosed with various disorders;
developing and writing treatment plans resulting in clients reaching their goals

LICENSES
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor 03/2015