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Sam O. Ijeh

Dallas,TX

Summary

Strong planner and problem solver with a reputation for reliability, dedication, and enthusiasm. Proactive, works well under pressure, in teams as well as independently. Able to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. Always strives to achieve excellence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor/Student Services Coordinator

Advantage Academy
Dallas, TX
12.2021 - Current
  • Meeting with individual students to address there social, emotional and mental health needs.
  • Collaborating with teachers, principals, special programs, and families to foster a united front to aid students' growth and success.
  • Reaching out to the community and local entities to build partnerships for referral sources for students and families resources.
  • Conducting small group meetings focused on promoting growth in specified areas of struggle determined by a universal screener.

Youth Prevention Educator

Drug Prevention Resource
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Educating youth about the dangers of drugs and encouraging the practice of a drug-free generation through positive actions.
  • Educating adults about the latest drug trends and providing information on how to address prevention topics with children.
  • Collaborate with local community organizations to help spread awareness and provide a positive impact on the community.

Campus Instructor

Becon Hill
11.2018 - 01.2020
  • Teaching and instructing economically disadvantaged students, K-4th, in 3 locations within the district.
  • Preparing lesson plans and education paths for students to promote growth and strengthen academic weaknesses.
  • Compile reports on student progress and present reports for principal, parental, and superintendent review.

Counselor

Homeward Bound
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Managing case load of 60 plus clients.
  • Completing screening, intake process, assessment interviews and treatment plans.
  • Directing evening group.
  • Family classes.
  • Managing federal, CPS, clients.
  • Crisis intervention.
  • General counseling.

QEP/ National Society of Leadership & Success
07.2015 - 12.2018
  • Counseling and advising students in areas of academic and life goal setting including 1 on 1, online, and in group.
  • Supervising testing students and assisting in evaluations of global competence.
  • Providing positive reinforcement for students as well as facilitating group discussions to promote network of support.

Library Specialist 2nd Shift Manager

Texas A&M University Commerce
07.2016 - 01.2018
  • Manage three teams of workers to ensure superb customer service, efficient function, timely execution, and professional conduct.
  • Direct nightly procedures, patron counts, security checks, team building, hiring, training, and cross departmental communication.
  • National Society of Leadership and Success Mentor.

Campus Ministry Advisor

Chi Alpha Ministries
Commerce, TX
01.2010 - 01.2018
  • Responsible for preparing lessons for weekly meetings, directing small group lessons and discussions so students get the most out of the experience, organizing meeting times, setting up meetings with partnering ministries and organizations to ensure collaboration projects are carried out smoothly, planning events, organizing fundraisers, and handling complaints, acting as a counselor and mediator for underclassmen who are experiencing difficulty.

Education

License Professional Counselor Associate
01-2023

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensed
01-2017

Master of Science - Counseling Education And Student Affairs

Texas A&M
05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Texas
01-2012

Skills

  • Teaching
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Support Networks
  • Data Gathering and Analysis
  • Training Seminars
  • Testing Protocols
  • MS Office
  • Case management
  • People Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Microsoft Office
  • Writing Curriculum
  • Group Facilitation
  • Life Transitions
  • Family dynamics

Timeline

Counselor/Student Services Coordinator

Advantage Academy
12.2021 - Current

Youth Prevention Educator

Drug Prevention Resource
07.2019 - 08.2021

Campus Instructor

Becon Hill
11.2018 - 01.2020

Counselor

Homeward Bound
01.2018 - 08.2019

Library Specialist 2nd Shift Manager

Texas A&M University Commerce
07.2016 - 01.2018

QEP/ National Society of Leadership & Success
07.2015 - 12.2018

Campus Ministry Advisor

Chi Alpha Ministries
01.2010 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Counseling Education And Student Affairs

Texas A&M

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Texas

License Professional Counselor Associate

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensed

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