Colleen Campbell
SAN ANTONIO,Texas
Summary
Empathetic Counseling Student known for connecting with clients, building rapport and maintaining comfort, and promoting progress during sessions. Easily collects information about clients through conversations, questions and in-depth interviews. Excellent observational and analytical skills with great insight into clients' mental and emotional states.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Substitute
NEISD
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Built professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
Special Needs Caregiver & Advocate
Ogburn Household
07.2015 - Current
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Kept complete and accurate records, documenting care and patient progress.
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to prevent accidents and promote health.
- Transported individuals to appointments and activities to facilitate access to healthcare and community engagement.
- Administered medication to manage symptoms and promote healing.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy to protect individual's rights and well-being.
- Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians, and medical professionals.
- Assisted with financial and household management to enhance stability and security.
- Provided assistance to individuals with disabilities by helping with activities of daily living.
- Provided emotional support to enhance well-being and coping skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
Special Needs Administrator
Community Bible Church
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Planned and implemented process improvements and reporting systems to streamline operations.
- Maintained positive relationships with community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Key Spouse Coordinator & Family Advocate
USAF
12.2011 - 02.2022
- Established positive relationships with military commanders, service members, and their families.
- Advocated for families of deployed service members.
- Enhanced military readiness by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Kids City Director
New City Church
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of children's ministry.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
- Collaborated with teacher’s classroom management.
- Created activities and lesson plans to enhance children’s development.
Banking Professional
First Citizens Bank
05.2008 - 10.2011
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health & Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
RYT200 - Adaptive Yoga
MelMarie Yoga Academy
San Antonio, TX08.2022
Master of Arts - Human Services: Marriage & Family Therapy
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL05.2008
Skills
- Unconditional Positive Regard
- Compassion and Patience
- Active listening
- Building rapport
- Empathy
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Case Management
- Advocacy
- Organized and Efficient
- Diligent and Proactive
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Documentation and Reporting
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Permanent Substitute
NEISD
08.2023 - Current
Special Needs Administrator
Community Bible Church
03.2023 - 06.2023
Kids City Director
New City Church
04.2016 - 06.2019
Special Needs Caregiver & Advocate
Ogburn Household
07.2015 - Current
Key Spouse Coordinator & Family Advocate
USAF
12.2011 - 02.2022
Banking Professional
First Citizens Bank
05.2008 - 10.2011
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health & Counseling
Liberty University
RYT200 - Adaptive Yoga
MelMarie Yoga Academy
Master of Arts - Human Services: Marriage & Family Therapy
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Pensacola Christian College
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