MELISSA GLOVER MCCARTHY

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Fort Worth, Texas 76133

(817) 675- 6896

lhieau@r.postjobfree.com

Versatile, dedicated and detail-oriented individual, with a BAS in Psychology and graduating 12/14/12 with a MA in Counseling, offers a unique blend of business and public relations skills, sound judgment, and experience dealing with a diverse population. Subsequent to graduation I will test for the LPC Intern license. Trauma, crisis intervention, and a desire to see broken people become whole are areas of interest. I currently utilize CBT and DBT however my desire is to supplement formal education with the unique experiences of professionals in the field.

EDUCATION

MA in Counseling: Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, Texas; graduation December14, 2012 – GPA 3.89

BAS Psychology: Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, Texas; December 2009 – GPA 3.524

Associates in General Business: McLennan Community College, Waco, Texas; 1992 – GPA 3.313

COUNSELING PRACTICUM

Dallas Baptist University Counseling Center – 5/2012 to 12/2012

MEMBERSHIPS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER EDUCATION

CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management)

- Individual Crisis Intervention and Peer Support & Group Crisis Intervention

Tarrant Behavioral Health Crisis Response Team Training

- Tarrant County TMOC Overview

- Just-In Time Training

- Psychological First Aid

- Protocol for Giving Bad News and Death Notifications

- Tarrant Behavioral Health CRT – Strategies

Red Cross Training:

- DAT (Disaster Action Team)

- Foundations of Disaster Mental Health

Alpha Sigma Omega (ASO)

- An honor society of individuals selected for distinguished ability and achievement in scholarship, leadership, service, and Christian ethics. The purpose of the society is to advance a spirit of scholarship, recognize and encourage leadership, demonstrate servant leadership on the Dallas Baptist University campus and in the surrounding community, and support the history, heritage, and ideals of the university.

American Association of Christian Counselor (AACC)

- Student chapter

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

- Red Cross - Mental Health Response Team

- Arlington Police Department Victim’s Assistant Program Volunteer

- Brighter Tomorrow’s Women's Shelter

- Habitat for Humanity

- Special Olympics

- The Crossroads School

MELISSA GLOVER MCCARTHY

4329 Pheasant Walk

Fort Worth, Texas 76133

(817) 675- 6896

lhieau@r.postjobfree.com

ORGANIZATIONAL STRENGTHS

- Recognized by superiors for outstanding training, team building, and motivational skills and selected to counsel, coach, and mentor work study students and new staff.

- Maintains effective communications along with a high degree of confidentiality with all levels of business and non-profit organizations.

- Experience in all aspects of business: accounting, billing, hiring, training, purchasing, inventory, marketing, promotions and management.

- Proven reliability and dedication to non-profit projects including obtaining funding and volunteers, and delegating and participating in special projects.

- Demonstrates the ability to effectively interact and communicate with the supervisors, co-workers and the general public while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude at all times.

- Skilled communicator with the ability to build a strong and effective rapport with diverse personalities utilizing interpersonal strengths.

WORK HISTORY

Practicum Counselor, Dallas Baptist University Counseling Center, Dallas, TX – As a practicum counselor I conducted intake interviews as well as individual and couples counseling. I have worked with clients with the following presenting problems: eating disorders, post abortion, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, depression, social anxiety, OCD, addictions (chemical and pornography), relationship issues, marriage problems, pre-marital issues, life transition, and adjustment issues. 5/2012 to 12/2012

Inventory Analyst, RadioShack, Fort Worth, TX – In this position I was responsible for planning, managing and maintaining replenishment for the specific line of parts and components. I also monitored and adjusted variables to meet the needs of the stores. I effectively managed the placement and/or replenishment of the designated product category to maintain an in stock standard while achieving planned turnover and revenue growth. I was able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to prioritize them in accordance with the challenges of a rapidly changing retail environment. I also represented the inventory team on many planning committees. 4/2010 to 5/2012

Activities Director, Broadway Plaza @ Cityview, Fort Worth, TX – As a Geriatric activities director I planned and facilitated games and sports, create arts and crafts projects and organized entertainment events like concerts and plays for the residents. I was responsible for all aspects of preparation for activities, including taking attendance, ensuring facility rules are followed, informing participants of safety guidelines and managing incidents of conflict or medical emergencies. I was also responsible for monitoring and documenting the patients’ activity levels as well their overall well as required by the state. I participated as a member of the multi-disciple team reporting to the patients’ families. 1/2009 to 12/2009

Realtor, Keller Williams Realty, Fort Worth, TX - As a licensed Realtor I assisted clients in renting, buying, or selling property. My duties included study property listings, interview prospective clients, accompany clients to property site, discuss conditions of sale, and draw up real estate contracts. I worked both as a buyer’s and seller’s Realtor. 4/2005 to 1/2009

Inventory Planner/Buyer, ConAgra Foods (Ranch Style Bean Division), Fort Worth, TX – As a member of the Inventory Management team I was responsible for determining the optimal quantity and timing of the raw material inventory for the purpose of aligning it with sales and production capacity. A key responsibility was to consider the direct impact to company's cash flow and profit margins in relation to the purchasing/receiving of raw materials making strategic decisions for optimal inventory levels. 11/2004 to 4/2005

MELISSA GLOVER MCCARTHY

4329 Pheasant Walk

Fort Worth, Texas 76133

(817) 675- 6896

lhieau@r.postjobfree.com

Purchasing Agent, CFJ Manufacturing, Fort Worth, TX - As purchasing agent I was responsible to outsource products, domestically and internationally, as per the clients’ requirements. As a member of the inventory management team I worked closely with accounting, sales/marketing, and warehouse personnel to ensure accuracy and quality of raw materials as well as finished products prior to shipping. 2/2003 to 11/2004

Inventory Analyst, Cardinal Distribution, Waco, TX - In this position I was responsible for planning, managing and maintaining replenishment of pharmaceutical products. My product line included controlled pharmaceuticals adhering to strict protocol. I also monitored and adjusted variables to meet the needs of the intercompany distribution centers. I effectively managed the placement and/or replenishment of the designated product category to maintain an in stock standard while achieving planned turnover and revenue growth. I was able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to prioritize them in accordance with the challenges of a rapidly changing pharmaceutical environment. 4/2000 to 2/2003

REFERENCES

Dr. Joan Davis, LPC, LMFT – Director of Dallas Baptist University Counseling Center 214-***-****

Dr. Mary Becerril – Director of MA in Counseling Program at Dallas Baptist University 214-***-****

Ginger Trimble Knox – Real Estate Broker, Technical Facilitator & On Board Trainer f

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