Wyetta Ryan Barnes
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Seasoned Psychology Instructor with background in teaching at university level and developing curriculum tailored to student needs. Strengths include knowledge of various psychological theories, pedagogical methods, and effective communication skills. Previous roles have demonstrated the ability to foster student engagement and learning, leading to increased comprehension and application of course material. Insightful professional in psychological education, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, developmental psychology understanding, and research methodology application. Excel in communication, empathy, and critical thinking to foster learning environments that encourage student growth and engagement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
PDSO (Personal Designated Officer)
Shelton State Community College
02.2023 - Current
- Update, save, and submit changes to the information for schools and school officials
- Initiate, save, update, and submit recertification applications
- Create, save, update, and submit records for students and dependents
- Print student and dependent Forms I-20 and draft Forms
- View all student and dependent records for their schools
- Receive SEVIS status reminders
- Register for batch processing
Therapist
Hope Pointe Crisis Center
02.2023 - Current
- Provide evidence-informed crisis intervention and suicide prevention support, and brief supportive counseling to callers who are in emotional distress
- Utilize resource referral database to provide information and referral assistance to callers seeking mental health and substance abuse services
- Manage interactions with clients to ensure an appropriate level of support is provided in an efficient manner
- Accurately and efficiently document client interactions
- Meet or exceed established key performance indicator goals
- Utilize telephone, SMS texting, and/or web chat to interact with clients
Title IX Advisor
Shelton State Community College
08.2019 - Current
- Assist and support students throughout the grievance process
- Knowledgeable of the Title IX policies and procedures
- Familiar with the informal resolution, inspection of evidence/records, and dismissal of complaints
CARE Behavioral Intervention
Shelton State Community College
08.2018 - Current
- Upon referral, open a line of communication with the student to determine the severity of the crisis
- Assess and evaluate the psychological distress and implement a therapeutic plan
- Provide resources and tools to reduce mild to moderate psychological distress
- Refer out to agencies and organizations if the crisis is mild to severe
- Network with community organizations that provide support services that are compatible with the needs of our student population
Adjunct Instructor
Shelton State Community College
08.2016 - Current
- Provide instructional strategies and methods aimed at retaining and engaging students in an online and in-person environment
- Curriculum & syllabus development
- Provide resources for learning environments
- Expose new students to the broad educational opportunities of the instruction
- Educate traditional and non-traditional students about cultural academia
- Instruct in career and technology-based education with Skills USA
Advisor
Shelton State Community College
10.2013 - 02.2023
- Intrusive educational guidance and assistance for students by creating a strategic academic plan
- Work with students from all socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicity, and religion
- Develop and implement strategies for retention
- Create and maintain student profiles through Advisor Trac
- To provide training and professional development opportunities related to best practices and current research in developmental education
JOBS Case Manager
Dept. of Human Resources
08.2006 - 10.2013
- Responsible for managing a caseload of 150-200 clients
- Develop, organize, and coordinate community service programs for clients, which teach the client problem-solving strategies to attain self-sufficiency
- Entry-level social work with determination of benefits and entitlements for public assistance
- Verify and document case actions for participants and remove the participant’s barriers
Adult Education Instructor
Shelton State Community College
01.2006 - 10.2006
- Developed /taught courses via distance learning technology
- Instruct students on Workforce Development
- Prepare students for economic environments that contain work ethics, conflict resolution, and workplace safety
- Create lesson plans for the classroom as well as instruct and administer examinations to the participants
- Prepare adult learners for the GED test in an effort to earn their GED equivalency
Student Service and Resource Coordinator
Shelton State Community College
- Administer therapeutic sessions with students (CARE)
- Title IX Confidential Employee
- PDSO International Students
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
Northcentral University
Scottsdale, AZ05.2022
Master of Art - Psychology
Argosy University
Nashville, TN05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - History with a concentration in Psychology and Sociology
Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2003
Skills
- Data management
- Crisis intervention
- Policy development
- Resource coordination
- Curriculum design
- Client engagement
- Emotional support
- Instructional methods
- Student advocacy
Affiliations
- Presented at the She Speaks Women's Conference (Overwhelmed to Empowered: Transforming Stress into Stress into Strength)
Accomplishments
- Chancellors Award for the Alabama Community College Association (2024)
Computer Experience
MS Office, Outlook, Word Perfect, MS Publisher, APECS, Banner 8 & 9, Advisor Trac, Mongoose, Experience with Banner and additional online deliveries of the education platform
Timeline
PDSO (Personal Designated Officer)
Shelton State Community College
02.2023 - Current
Therapist
Hope Pointe Crisis Center
02.2023 - Current
Title IX Advisor
Shelton State Community College
08.2019 - Current
CARE Behavioral Intervention
Shelton State Community College
08.2018 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
Shelton State Community College
08.2016 - Current
Advisor
Shelton State Community College
10.2013 - 02.2023
JOBS Case Manager
Dept. of Human Resources
08.2006 - 10.2013
Adult Education Instructor
Shelton State Community College
01.2006 - 10.2006
Student Service and Resource Coordinator
Shelton State Community College
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
Northcentral University
Master of Art - Psychology
Argosy University
Bachelor of Arts - History with a concentration in Psychology and Sociology
Stillman College
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