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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
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Accomplishments
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Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer Experience
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Maria Millsaps

Lompoc,CA

Summary

Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

31
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Crossroads Community Counseling Center

Church Therapist
06.2014 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Examine issues including substance abuse, aging, bullying, anger management, careers, depression, relational problems, self-image, stress and suicide
  • Therapeutic Christian Counseling
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
  • Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
  • Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.

Council of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse

School Base Counseling
03.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to students needs.
  • Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved in the student's care.
  • Established collaborative relationships with parents and guardians in order to provide effective care for their children.
  • Utilized creative approaches such as art therapy or music therapy when working with students who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally.
  • Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
  • Conducted mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
  • Assisted students in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.

World Financial Group

Licensed Life Insurance, Accident and Health Agent
08.2017 - 12.2017

Job overview

  • Attend meetings, seminars and programs to learn about new products and services, learn new skills, and receive technical assistance in developing new accounts
  • Call on policyholders to deliver and explain policy, to analyze insurance program and suggest additions or changes, or to change beneficiaries
  • Ensure that policy requirements are fulfilled, including any necessary medical examinations and the completion of appropriate forms
  • Interview prospective clients to obtain data about their financial resources and needs, the physical condition of the person or property to be insured, and to discuss any existing coverage
  • Seek out new clients and develop clientele by networking to find new customers and generate lists of prospects.

Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons

Special Investigator
12.1988 - 12.2009

Job overview

  • Oversee the correctional facility's daily activities, such as processing inmates, responding to emergencies, and conducting inmate counts
  • Conducted investigations into alleged criminal activity and violations of policy.
  • Collected evidence, interviewed witnesses, and wrote comprehensive reports.
  • Developed investigative strategies to uncover facts and identify suspects.
  • Maintained detailed records of all investigative activities, findings, and conclusions.

Department of Bureau of Prisons, Lompoc, CA

Correctional Officer Supervisor
12.1988 - 12.2008

Job overview

  • Provided direct supervision to subordinate staff, ensuring adherence to safety and security protocols.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for subordinate correctional officers, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
  • Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and training programs related to the secure operation of a correctional facility.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior and incident reports.
  • Investigated incidents involving inmates or staff members, documenting findings in detailed reports.

Education

Chapman University

Master of Art from Psychology
09.2007 - 03.2009

University Overview

Minor: Marriage Family Therapy

Chapman University , Santa Maria

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
07.2007 - 06.2009

Vision International University , Ramona, CA

Master of Science from Theological Studies
09.1999 - 06.2001

Skills

  • Intervention Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Treatment Planning

Affiliations

  • author
  • poet
  • artist

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Distinguish Toastmaster's Award
  • Self Published

Timeline

Licensed Life Insurance, Accident and Health Agent

World Financial Group
08.2017 - 12.2017

School Base Counseling

Council of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
03.2017 - 12.2018

Church Therapist

Crossroads Community Counseling Center
06.2014 - 01.2020

Chapman University

Master of Art from Psychology
09.2007 - 03.2009

Chapman University

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
07.2007 - 06.2009

Vision International University

Master of Science from Theological Studies
09.1999 - 06.2001

Correctional Officer Supervisor

Department of Bureau of Prisons
12.1988 - 12.2008

Special Investigator

Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons
12.1988 - 12.2009

Volunteer Experience

  • Santa Barbara Civil Grand Jury, 06/01/14, 2016
  • North County Rape Crisis Center, 05/01/10, 2011
  • Count Appointed Special Advocate, 06/01/09

References

References available upon request.

Volunteer Experience

  • Santa Barbara Civil Grand Jury, 06/01/14- 2016
  • North County Rape Crisis Center, 05/01/10- 2011
  • Count Appointed Special Advocate, 06/01/09-2023

References

References available upon request.
Maria Millsaps