John Barker
Louisa,KY
Summary
Accomplished leader with expertise in strategic recruitment and team leadership, honed as Director of Admission at The Millard College. Spearheaded technology initiatives and improved policies, enhancing student performance. Skilled in collaborative project coordination and effective conflict resolution, driving successful outcomes. Proven track record in regulatory compliance oversight and strategic decision-making. Has an extensive background working in healthcare and addiction recovery.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Admission
The Millard College
09.2021 - Current
- Worked with the marketing team to develop recruitment strategies by organizational goals and within budgetary guidelines.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student performance.
- Devised and implemented strategic recruitment plan with consideration of both long-term and short-term goals.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Advised applicants on prospects for admission and strategies for meeting academic and extracurricular credentials.
- Designed effective and user-friendly processes for both admissions and applicant review.
- Served as primary contact for coordination of application screening and tracking, visit and interview arrangement and marketing communications.
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Appalachian Community Care
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
Crisis Counselor
Pathways
06.2004 - 07.2006
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Built safety plans to lower the risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Education
Counseling And Human Development
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY12-2022
Bachelor of Arts -
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY12-2017
Skills
- Collaborative project coordination
- Regulatory compliance oversight
- Team leadership
- Strategic decision-making
- Leadership training
- Effective conflict resolution
Certification
- Targeted Case Manager
- Community Support Associate
- CPR/BLS Instructor
- KECS Certified (College Instructor)
Timeline
Director of Admission
The Millard College
09.2021 - Current
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Appalachian Community Care
02.2018 - 04.2020
Crisis Counselor
Pathways
06.2004 - 07.2006
Counseling And Human Development
Lindsey Wilson College
Bachelor of Arts -
Morehead State University