Kevin Wellman, PhD
5111 South 84th St.
San Francisco, CA 94137
Home: (413) 555-6217
Voice: (413) 555-2019
Objective
A
challenging and rewarding position as a counselor working with youth
populations
Summary
· Pro-active treatment of depression and
chemical personality disorders
· Success with violent youth offenders
· Comfortable with urban environment
Certifications
Certified Rehabilitation
Counselor, Counselor #13853
Licensed Professional Counselor
(CA), #9012
Employment History
1996 - Present Head Youth Counselor
Abraxas Youth Correctional
Facility, Los Angeles, CA
Provided supervision for a
group of 20 youth counselors, and worked
directly with a diverse
population of 200 juvenile offenders.
Designed
and implemented
rehabilitational programs designed to help facilitate a
smooth transition for children
who would return to their regular families
and schools upon completing
their term at Abraxas. Estabilshed group
therapy methods and a theatre
arts program, both still in existence at the
facility today.
1992 - 1996 Counselor
Mission Valley High School,
San Diego, CA
Provided counseling for 2,000
students, ages 14 through 18.
Familiarized
students with the college
admissions process; helped students prepare
applications. Provided vocational counseling for students
who were more
technically inclined and
desired to enter trade school. Ensured
mental and
emotional well-being of the
student body.
Education
1992 Ph.D, Psychology
University of San Diego, San
Diego, CA
Doctoral Dissertation:
"Art as Medication"
1988 B.A., Sociology & Education
Columbia University, New York,
NY
Volunteer Experience
San Leandro YMCA, San Leandro,
CA
Shook Nursing Home, San
Francisco, CA
