Paula Jane Kenion
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29575
*******@**.**.***
Education:
Master of Science, Counseling Psychology
Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Meredith College, Raleigh, NC, 1990
Professional Organizations:
American Counseling Association, Professional Member, 2010
The Wellness Council for SC, Member, 2009 - 2010
Cultural Council of Georgetown County, Member, 2009 - 2010
Relevant Experience:
ACT WorkKeys Test Item Writer:
2011
Developed test items, foils, and justifications for Reading for Information tests
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Instructor:
2010 - Present
* Teach stress management class and workshops at OLLI campuses
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
2011
* Provided in-home tutoring services to disadvantaged children
Life Coach/Stress Management Consultant:
2008 - Present
* Conduct stress management workshops for groups and organizations
* Teach relaxation and meditation skills for stress reduction
Crisis Counselor:
Citizens Against Spousal Abuse (CASA), Georgetown, SC, 2007
* Provided individual and group counseling to abused women and their children
in outreach and shelter programs
* Advocated for clients in community through referral and education on domestic
violence
PBS Paraprofessional:
Triumph, LLC, Raleigh, NC, 2004
*Provided community based mental health mentor services to high risk youth
Girls Club Aide:
Salvation Army Community Center, Raleigh, NC, 1991 - 1992
* Planned and assisted with recreational programs for girls ages 5-12
* Offered guidance and support
Home Health Aide:
Comfort Keepers, N. Myrtle Beach, SC, 2007 – 2011
* Assisted elderly clients with daily living needs
2 Letters of Reference Below:
Nov. 29, 2010
Letter of Recommendation
Re: Paula Kenion
To Whom It May Concern:
I am pleased to recommend Paula Kenion for any position for which she might apply.
I’ve worked collaboratively with her on community cultural projects, as well as hired her through OLLI as an independent contractor to provide stress management and yoga meditation classes.
Her course evaluations from adult students are consistently high, and I can vouch for her conscientious preparation and delivery of her course material.
She is creative, motivated and reliable – an excellent addition to any high functioning staff.
Should you require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact me at the numbers below.
Linda Ketron
Director, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Coastal Carolina University
160 Willbrook Blvd.
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
March 29, 2011
Reference Letter for Paula Kenion
My name is Menassie Ephrem, I am honored to write a reference letter for Paula Kenion.
I have known Paula for over three years on a personal level as a friend of my family. My family and I are truly blessed to have Paula in our life.
Paula is an intelligent, soft spoken and very pleasant person. Her breadth and depth of
knowledge, pleasing personality, and ability to create intelligent conversations makes her fun to be around. She is a very honest and reasonable person. More importantly, she is dependable;she delivers on her promises.
Paula is a polite, thoughtful, and disciplined person. I have been blessed for having her as a friend. She has excellent communication skills. I have no doubt in my mind that Paula will meet your expectations in her performance. She will be a true asset working with students, staff, and faculty. I give my highest recommendation of her with no reservation.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Respectfully yours,
Menassie Ephrem,
Department of Mathematics & Statistics,
Coastal Carolina University,
e-mail: ********@*******.***
Office Phone: 843-***-****