Shirley Parker

210 Tealight Lane Cary, NC

919-889-0664

smparke4@uncg.edu

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Education
Master of Education, Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education (SPAHE)
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
Expected May 2017
Master of Social Work
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC

May 2013

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Honors; Minor in Leadership Studies

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, NC

May 2011

Relevant Experience
Graduate Assistant
May 2015-Present
Dean of Students Office, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
Meet individually with students who are in need of student support, create individual plans that will help
students feel empowered, and appropriately refer students to resources available on campus or within the
community by cultivating a culture of care
Collaborate with campus and community resources to help meet the needs of student, including the advising
center, the Career Service Center, and the Counseling Center
Provide presentations to first-year students to educate them on the Dean of Students Office
Recruit and train a student group of 60 students that serves as additional support for students
Administer one-on-one student appointments to discuss better decision making techniques, time management
skills, and appropriate coping techniques to reduce stress
Graduate Intern for Student Services and Academic Advising
August 2016-Present
Bryan School of Business, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
Articulate academic degree requirements as well as any procedures and deadlines specific to the business
school
Assist in presenting academic information to incoming and continuing students through specific events
Assist students with scheduling, registration, and graduation plans
Work with students who are at risk of not fulfilling degree requirements and work towards removing or
coping with barriers that may be affecting their success
Update student records and student information databases Banner
Aid in the development of the Bryan Student Ambassador Program, which allows undergraduate students to
gain leadership development by being a part of recruitment, high school visits, campus tours, special events,
and speaking engagements

Association for Orientation, Transition, and Retention Summer Intern

May 2016-July 2016
First Year Center, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
Served in the planning and implementation of 4 summer orientations consisting of over 200 students each in
conjunction with specific academic divisions
Created a sense of community for new students and assisted new students in their transition to the University
through program planning
Assisted new students in advising and registration and served as a resource to students by providing pertinent
information regarding the University
Supervised 15 orientation student leaders who assisted prospective students in learning about the University
Graduate Intern for Academic Advising
January 2016-May 2016

Students First Office, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

Provided information on career resources and facilitated students decision-making process
Worked with exploratory, graduate, and transfer students to plan their personal, education, and career goals
Collaborated with students to aid in their course selection and explained course offerings and requirements
for the University and their departments
Aided students in reviewing their graduation plans and provided academic support to promote success
Served as a line of response to students undergoing extenuating circumstances that impacted their success
SPARK Committee, Co-Chair of Employer Relations
September 2015-May 2016
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
Established communication with employers interested in interviewing for Graduate Assistant positions
Worked with employers and departments to find Graduate Assistant positions for students
Consistently communicated with both employers and prospective students regarding assistantship placement
Peer Career Ambassador
September 2015-May 2016
Career Services Center (CSC), The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
Assisted undergraduate students with their major and career exploration
Advised undergraduate and graduate students with resumes, cover letters, internships, job interview
preparation, and the job search process
Critiqued resumes and cover letters and provided both positive and constructive feedback
Helped individuals navigate and locate CSC resources (the CSC library, CSC website, and SpartanCareers)
Assisted with the implementation of special programs and events, as needed
Counselor
January 2014-May 2015
Workplace Options, Raleigh, NC
Provided career coaching with clients who struggled with finding a new career and guided clients in the job
search process
Coached clients and recommended effective coping techniques to decrease workplace stress
Provided individual support and guidance in a responsive, efficient, ethical, and professional manner
Provided crisis management and served as on-call when needed
Performed initial assessments for individuals and families and guided clients in their decision making process
Consulted with employers and completed consultations with those who expressed concern for employees
Decreased clients school, workplace, and personal stress and increased positive thinking and opposite action
Maintained records of work performed through various case notes, forms, reports, and database entries

Social Work Experience

Resident Assistant
May 2013-February 2014
Carolina House, Durham, NC
Provided programs, treatment interventions, and crisis interventions for adolescents and young adults
Worked with the adolescent and young adult population with eating disorders, mental health diagnoses,
substance use, and/or history of trauma while engaging the clients community and natural supports
Mediated emotional deregulation, stress management, and conflict resolution
Helped clients practice mindfulness to gauge awareness of thoughts and feelings by practicing effective
coping techniques to increase positive behavior and identify barriers
Facilitated group discussions and encouraged dialog to address concerns with residents
MSW Graduate Intern
August 2012-May 2013
Duke University, Durham, NC
Linked and coordinated services for clients to gain community resources to the most clinically appropriate
and effective services, including job placement
Conducted comprehensive psychosocial services and crisis intervention to adults and adolescents with mental
health diagnoses, substance abuse, homelessness, and history of trauma

 Conducted clinical assessments, case management, provide crisis intervention for clients, and developed note
documentation for medical records
Implemented motivational interviewing and evidence based interventions for client intake and assessment
MSW Graduate Intern
January 2012-May 2012
4-H Youth Development, Raleigh, NC
Orchestrated educational services in various schools of the Wake County Public School System
Provided therapy sessions, treatment plans, and crisis intervention for children and adolescents coordinated
around team building interventions, daily life skills, and peer pressure
Empowered adolescents and aided in their successes despite their environmental and economic conditions

Professional Development
Advisor Academy
North Carolina State University
Higher Education Student Association (HESA) Member
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
American College Personnel Associate (ACPA) Member
Safe Zone Ally, Certified
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC
Building Responsible Advocates for Violence Education (BRAVE) Training
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

August 2016
September 2015-Present
June 2015-Present
November 2015
October 2015