Chris Smith Resume
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Chris Smith Resume

Christopher Smith
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a career where I can grow, and foster acquired skills

EDUCATION
Augusta University Augusta, Georgia
Master of Science in Psychology December 2019
? GPA: 3.72/4.0
?-Completed course work in Ethics, Career Counseling, Social Psychology,Developmental Psychology, and Clinical and Addictive Psychopharmacology.
?-Participated in mentorship program, assisting students in getting acclimated to Augusta University

University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Athens, Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Psychology July 2014
• GPA: 3.52/4.0
• HOPE Scholarship recipient.
• Zell B. Miller Scholarship recipient.
• Watson-Brown Scholarship recipient.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Augusta University Career Services Augusta, Georgia
Graduate Intern/Career Consultant August 2019 - Present
• Assist students with creating professional resumes, cover letters, graduate school applications, and practicing for school and career interviews.
• Help employers to recruit qualified candidates through job fairs and career counseling.
• Mentor, guide and provide assistance to students in the area of professional development.
• Provide assistance to students experiencing personal problems which may affect the safe performance in their jobs as well as their physical and mental help.
• Aid in project development and follow through in the office while seeking to constantly improve the fluidity of the workplace with innovative ideas.

Clark’s Shoe Store Augusta, Georgia
Team Lead June 2019 – September 2019
• Assisted manager with scheduling and supervising an 8-member team and effectively fostered the learning and job advancement of new employees.
• Worked in a fast-paced environment maintaining good working relationships with staff and a customer-focused attitude, communicated effectively with individuals.
• Behaved in a respectful manner, asked for help when it was needed, exceeded personal and corporate goals by selling $10,000+ over a three-month period.
• Increased sales and made budget prior to the conclusion of the year instilling confidence and trust in and with the staff and ownership.
• Counseled staff through challenging life and work hardships, advocated diversity and helping attitudes within the workplace.

Augusta University Augusta, Georgia
Graduate Assistant August 2018 – May 2019
• Supported department faculty with administrative duties, as well as curriculum and research needs.
• Oversaw students in group settings and offered academic guidance, research expertise development, cyber-criminal profiling, and dog breeding through faculty research.
• Developed and implemented interactive learning media to increase student understanding of course material and provided feedback on individual actions, behaviors, and vernal responses.
• Taught multiple classes of 25 students in Leadership, Biological Psychology, and Quantitative Methods.


New Encounters Augusta, Georgia
Clinical and Counseling Psychology Intern August 2018 – December 2018
• Oversaw patient intake by evaluating mental states and conducting interviews, engaged in one-on-one therapy assisting client’s with work and personal life conflict.
• Effectively maintained client records while ensuring confidentiality, embraced the organization’s culture of service, stewardship, and excellence in the field of psychology.
• Quickly responded to crisis situations and provided encouragement and direction for clients.
• Built and maintained positive client interactions

Augusta Public Defender’s Office June 2014 – June 2017
Felony Investigator
• Collaborated with legal staff, judges, and attorneys to provide quality adherence to the laws and ethics of the judicial system.
• Maintained organized records of information pertinent to open investigations, analyzed and evaluated information to determine the appropriate course of criminal defense.
• Trained and mentored investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
• Testified under oath in administrative and criminal court hearings, collected evidence for trials and prepared displays, and gathered information for criminal defense and trial.
• Taught and trained staff of 60 to read and obtain background checks while ensuring the confidentiality and ethical rights of the person being researched.

RESEARCH
• Smith, C., Melvin, T., & Murray, C. (2018). Self-Perception of Online Dating and Relationship Goals. Not published

PRESENTATIONS
• Smith, C., & Hudson, M. (2019). Slow Down and Enjoy Life. Presented at Augusta University March 2019
• Smith, C., Melvin, T., & Murray, C. (2018). Self-Perception of Online Dating and Relationship Goals. Presented at Augusta University October 2018

ACTIVITIES
• Psi Chi, Psychology Honor Society, Member 2018 - Present
• Graduate Student Council, Member 2018 – 2019
• Phi Kappa Theta, Member; Prior Intramural Chair, Secretary 2013 – Present
• National Honor Society, Member 2006 – 2010
• 10-Week Leadership Training Course with Certification 2018

SKILLS
• Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, Outlook, POS systems, WorkDay, DayForce, and ADT systems.
• Language: Experience with conversational Spanish
• Extensive DSM-V Knowledge
• Effective facilitation skills
• Organized and development skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently