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LARK JAMES

Owasso

Summary

Focused business and education professional with over twenty years experience driving successes through establishing and maintaining client/parent/student relationships. Exemplary communication and presentation skills. Adept at working effectively to achieve goals, both as a cross-functional team member and as an individual contributor. Skilled in optimizing teams’ dynamics, uniting diverse agendas to a common goal, and achieving superior results.

Knowledgeable in group counseling with solid track record in providing compassionate and effective counseling services. Leveraged therapeutic techniques to support clients in overcoming personal challenges and improving mental health. Demonstrated proficiency in active listening and emotional intelligence, fostering safe and supportive environment for clients.

Experienced with therapeutic techniques and client-focused care. Utilizes active listening and empathy to create supportive environment. Knowledge of crisis intervention and individualized treatment planning, ensuring effective support for diverse client needs.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor 7-12th grade

Epic Learning Center
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Most recently provided counseling services for grades 7-12 guiding students through academic planning, personal development, and post-secondary preparation. Specialized in working with high trauma students, creating individualized success plans and collaborating with families, teachers, and administrators to ensure emotion and academic support. Implemented graduation plans, ensuring students met academic requirements and post-secondary goals. Brought additional expertise from community and hospital mental health settings.
  • In Person
  • Facilitated individual counseling sessions, addressing emotional and behavioral challenges.
  • Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans for diverse client needs.
  • Collaborated with educators to support student mental health initiatives effectively.
  • Conducted assessments to identify client strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Organized group therapy activities, promoting peer interaction and support.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress and treatment outcomes consistently.
  • Engaged families in the counseling process to enhance overall support systems.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to refine counseling techniques and approaches.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.

6th Grade Counselor

Owasso Public Schools
08.2021 - 08.2024
  • Provided individual counseling sessions to support student emotional and academic development.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to create tailored support plans for at-risk students.
  • Facilitated group workshops on social skills, conflict resolution, and stress management techniques.
  • Implemented school-wide initiatives promoting mental health awareness and resilience among students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted intervention strategies based on feedback and observations.
  • Developed resource materials for students and families regarding community support services.
  • Participated in crisis intervention efforts, offering immediate support during critical situations.
  • Maintained accurate records of counseling sessions to ensure compliance with district policies and guidelines.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.

Area Sales Manager

Encompass Hospice
11.2019 - 08.2021
  • Recruitment of potential hospice patients
  • Represent the company in interactions with physicians, hospitals, other health agencies
  • Implement programs and protocols that provide hospice services
  • Serves as a public awareness representative

Admissions Counselor

Brookhaven Psychiatric Hospital
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs.
  • Monitored client progress and documented changes in behavior and mental state accurately.
  • Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to promote emotional stability and resilience in clients.
  • Collaborated with community resources to facilitate client access to additional support services as needed.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating high-risk situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources.

District Lead Elementary School Counselor

Owasso Public Schools
08.2013 - 11.2019
  • District lead counselor over nine elementary schools training counselors, providing professional development, budgeting funding, and providing support.
  • Manage student population of approximately 650 students and 60 staff through counseling services, professional development, developing student-centered programs, as well as parent/teacher interaction regarding student concerns and achievement.
  • Student services including but not limited to, testing coordination, counseling services, guidance, and managing the student information system.
  • Parent liaison to school staff, focusing on mediation, and providing pertinent information to stakeholders.
  • School safety committee and behavior committee.
  • Provide drug awareness and bullying awareness programs.
  • Provides all PowerSchool scheduling for all students.

School Counselor

Bartlesville Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Managed student population of approximately 450 students and monitor and assist 70 teachers and staff.
  • Developed treatment plans for students with behavioral and academic struggles.
  • WIDA certified administrator for ESL and ELL testing as well as all academic and achievement tests.
  • Head of RTI committee, which was part of the school safety committee, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention committee.

Counselor, and Lead Trainer

Effective Teaching and Learning Institute (ETL)
08.1998 - 05.2012
  • Taught and trained families and direct care staff of persons with developmental disabilities.
  • Responsible for teaching the individual to lead a successful and productive life in the community.
  • Developed individualized personal plans for clients by using an achievable goal-oriented approach.
  • Developed and maintain strong community alliances with county/state agencies, police departments, mental health agencies, and youth-service programs.
  • Taught seminars designed to benefit individuals in therapeutic and effective communication and relationship building skills.

Owner

Rx Depot
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Started a successful business managing the day to day processes of the company.
  • Sales of medication, hiring employees, financial and company records.
  • Oversaw all additional aspects of the company, including promotion, negotiations with suppliers, cash flow, etc.

Director, Day Treatment Program

CREOKS
08.1995 - 07.1998
  • Served on an interdisciplinary team to provide case management and group therapy for consumers (20-40 individuals) in a day treatment program.
  • Developed weekly group programs and maintained documentation to fulfill funding-source requirements.
  • Provided individual and family counseling.
  • Designed and implemented creative group programs benefitting people with developmental disabilities, mental illness and terminal diseases that enhance their social skills and self-esteem.
  • Managed all financial responsibilities for the facility.

Education

BS - Psychology, Business Administration

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
12.1993

MS - Counseling Psychology

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
12.1997

Skills

  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Counseling
  • Mental health support
  • HIPAA
  • Building rapport
  • Client advocacy
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Crisis response
  • Anger management
  • Adolescent counseling
  • Crisis intervention

Timeline

Counselor 7-12th grade

Epic Learning Center
08.2024 - 06.2025

6th Grade Counselor

Owasso Public Schools
08.2021 - 08.2024

Area Sales Manager

Encompass Hospice
11.2019 - 08.2021

Admissions Counselor

Brookhaven Psychiatric Hospital
05.2018 - 05.2020

District Lead Elementary School Counselor

Owasso Public Schools
08.2013 - 11.2019

School Counselor

Bartlesville Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2013

Owner

Rx Depot
01.2001 - 12.2003

Counselor, and Lead Trainer

Effective Teaching and Learning Institute (ETL)
08.1998 - 05.2012

Director, Day Treatment Program

CREOKS
08.1995 - 07.1998

MS - Counseling Psychology

Northeastern State University

BS - Psychology, Business Administration

Northeastern State University

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