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Aaron D. Walker 8957 Hillrose Street Sunland, CA 91040 (818) 205-8763 [email protected] Professional Experience Counseling Counsel students regarding personal and educational issues based on the need Provided counseling to students regarding anger management, violation of school rules, family issues, and gang prevention Monitor/Facilitate counseling sessions between parents and children (multifamily therapy) Monitor rhythm and drum therapy sessions with at least 10-20 students per session Conducted and participated in weekly clinical groups focusing on individual core issues. Instruction and Assessment Implement and lead informational discussions with at least 400 students regarding issues impacting student body on monthly basis Provided at least 300 students with assessment of the ACT results, previously taken Assisted in the development of programs and activities to provide students with coping mechanisms Development of recreational activities and programs for adolescent males Scheduled field trips for 20-50 students for cultural diversity education Facilitated interactive programs to help children overcome abandonment, trust and social issues Mentor and Leadership

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Aaron D. Walker8957 Hillrose StreetSunland, CA 91040

(818) [email protected]

Professional Experience

Counseling Counsel students regarding personal and educational issues based on the need Provided counseling to students regarding anger management, violation of school rules,

family issues, and gang prevention Monitor/Facilitate counseling sessions between parents and children (multifamily

therapy) Monitor rhythm and drum therapy sessions with at least 10-20 students per session Conducted and participated in weekly clinical groups focusing on individual core issues.

Instruction and Assessment Implement and lead informational discussions with at least 400 students regarding issues

impacting student body on monthly basis Provided at least 300 students with assessment of the ACT results, previously taken Assisted in the development of programs and activities to provide students with coping

mechanisms Development of recreational activities and programs for adolescent males Scheduled field trips for 20-50 students for cultural diversity education Facilitated interactive programs to help children overcome abandonment, trust and social

issues

Mentor and Leadership Coached basketball for at least 50 clients that participated in

competitions with other facilities Provided guidance to students who are faced with daily challenges at school and at home Facilitated Fatherhood groups which helped the fathers of our young men

reconnect and strengthen their relationships Provided guidance to clients dealing with emotional issues, by establishing a

platform to express their feelings and concerns in an appropriate manner. Provided guidance from personal experiences to clients of ways to overcome

obstacles for individuals to identify and achieve personal objectives

Aaron D. Walker

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8957 Hillrose StreetSunland, CA 91040

(818) [email protected]

Professional Work History ABC Legal, Los Angeles, CA, Process Server 2012- Present

Optimist Boys Ranch, Los Angeles, CA, Youth Care Counselor 2009-2011

Florence Nightingale Middle School, Internship 2009-2010

Kraft/Nabisco, Anaheim, CA, Sales Representative 2006-2008

Rent-A-Center, North Hollywood, CA, Asst. Store Manager 2004-2006

Optimist Boys Ranch, Los Angeles, CA, Recreation Aide 2000-2004

Hollygrove Youth Home, Los Angeles, CA, Residential Care Counselor 1998-2000

Edgewood Children’s Home, Webster, MO, Lead Residential Counselor 1994-1998

Education and Specialized Training

Master of Science, Counseling January-2011University of La Verne, La Verne, CA

Bachelor of Science in Business Management Febuary-2006 University of Phoenix, Pasadena, CA

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS More than 10 years professional experience working in a variety of program

settings; Proven ability to multitask and manage confidential records; Excellent ability to collaborate equally in a team setting and perform

independently; Strong ability to coordinate program operations, quality assurance and

development; Demonstrated ability to design goals and assess outcomes; Advanced leadership capacity in a variety of roles; Strong computer, desktop PC, wireless devices, and a variety of software

applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel.