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Charles S. Bailey Jr

Fresno

Summary

Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.

Focused Counselor with 19 years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects.


Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Umoja, Counselor

Fresno City College
05.2023 - Current
  • I provide counseling educational, personal, and career counseling; assess students’ job readiness and develop appropriate career pathways
  • Assisted in enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students
  • Help students develop education plans based on the Student Success and Support Program mandates leading to a certificate, degree completion or transfer courses
  • I’m responsible for facilitating workshops, student evaluation; assisting students in planning their selection of courses
  • Providing assessment opportunities and using the results in helping students with course and program selection and assistance to students on academic probation and assisting in the monitoring of student progress with emphasis in helping students to achieve their educational goals
  • Assisting students with their special needs and problems; assist faculty, administrators, staff, and parents in recognizing these needs; maintain regular contact with students regarding student issues and concerns while serving as a liaison between Fresno County Staff and the student
  • As an Umoja Counselor, I provide educational counseling for prospective, new and continuing students while assisting in the articulation process which assures smooth transfer of high school students into the community colleges and appropriate transition of community college students into baccalaureate institutions
  • Assist students in the development of their individual student educational plans and goals
  • Serve as liaison counselor to District high schools as well as college divisions/departments
  • Participating in the implementation of district policies governing student matriculation and graduation and employing knowledge and skills necessary to counsel students about District programs and transfer requirements to baccalaureate institutions
  • Responsible for conducting group and individual orientation sessions for admissions and registration while providing counseling for special populations, to include SYMBAA, IDILE, EOPS, DSPS, etc...
  • Assist in the planning, development and implementation of programs designed to encourage the success and retention of all students and particularly Black students.
  • Cooperate with other services, programs, “and departments in identifying and working with students with special needs
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem, community involvement and leadership development.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
  • Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.

CalWORKs, Counselor

Fresno City College
08.2006 - 05.2023


  • Assisted with the development and delivery of programs, workshops, materials, and activities to support CalWORKs student success.
  • Helped students develop Student Educational Plans based on the Student Success and Support Program mandates leading to a certificate, degree completion or transfer courses.
  • Helped to implement the Fresno City College Student Equity Plan in CalWORKs as the Equity Commitee Chair.
  • Participation in state, regional, and/or local workshops and conferences related to the CalWORKs program and Student Success.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
  • Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Acted as student advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist students in attaining services.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Supported students dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Listened to students concerns and provided encouragement and support.
  • Facilitated group discussions to support and encourage student growth.
  • Provided intensive and comprehensive case management services and connected students to appropriate resources.


Counselor

Clovis East High School
08.2004 - 08.2006
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
  • Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
  • Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.

Career Counselor

Workforce, Local Solutions
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Provided leadership for career services which enveloped comprehensive services and information resources that enabled students/customers to take active responsibility for their career decision and job search; helped to equip students for making career plans by facilitating awareness of their work related strengths, interests, and values and their understanding of the world of work; prepared students for finding suitable employment by enhancing their job search skills and capacity to express the relevance of strengths to employers; and fostered relationships with the employer community to provide students with opportunities to develop professional skills, integrate academic learning from work, and find jobs
  • Use aptitude and achievement assessments to help clients evaluate their interests, skills, and abilities
  • Evaluate clients’ background, education, and training to help them develop realistic goals
  • Guide clients through making decisions about their careers, such as choosing a new profession or the type of degree to pursue
  • Help clients learn job search skills, such as interviewing and networking
  • Assist clients in locating or applying for jobs by teaching strategies to find openings and how to write a résumé
  • Advise clients on how to resolve problems in the workplace, such as conflicts with bosses or coworkers
  • Help clients select and apply for educational programs to obtain the necessary degrees, credentials, or skills

Education

Ph.D - Psychology

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
2008

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

National University
La Jolla
06.2004

Bachelor of Science -

California State University, Fresno
Fresno, Ca
06.2001

Associate of Science - Liberal Studies

Fresno City College
Fresno
06.1996

Skills

  • Outreach Programming
  • Academic and Recreational Activities
  • Training Strategies
  • Case Management Proficiency
  • Public Speaking Abilities
  • Nondiscriminatory Practices
  • Community Relationships
  • Disciplined Leadership
  • Professional Relationships
  • Coordinating Program Resources
  • Recruiting Processes
  • Collaborative Relationships

Accomplishments

Completed the Health Policy Leadership Cohort through the Central Valley Health Policy Institute (CVHPI) at California State University, Fresno, which seeks to increase regional capacity to create and implement effective health and health care initiatives and facilitate the development of health and healthcare policies and programs in the San Joaquin Valley. Current policy research and technical assistance priorities for the CVHPI include: uninsured and inadequately insured adults, health professional shortages, and environmental influences on health.

Center for Organizational Responsibility and Advancement (CORA)

Supporting Men of Color in the Community College Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units

15 Professional Development Hours

Teaching Men of Color in the Community College Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units

15 Professional Development Hours

Unconscious Bias Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units 15 Professional Development Hours

Racial Microaggressions Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units 15 Professional Development Hours

Fresno City College CalWORKs Student Equity Committee Chair - Current

Fresno City College SYMBAA and IDILE Mentor for African American Students.

Affiliations

Board Member-1st Vice Chair; Fresno County Economic Opportunities Commission (FCEOC) Elected Representative from Target Area E December 2010-2013 Member-San Joaquin Valley Place Matters National Initiative Team through the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, Health Policy Institute and Common Health Action out of the Central Valley Health Policy Institute at California State University, Fresno. 2010-Present Life Member-Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, Inc. Past Chapter President of Iota Nu Lambda, past Vice-President of Iota Nu Lambda, and past Chaplain of Iota Nu Lambda. Member- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Fresno Chapter, Completed the Health Policy Leadership Cohort through the Central Valley Health Policy Institute (CVHPI), which seeks to increase regional capacity to create and implement effective health and health care initiatives and facilitate the development of health and healthcare policies and programs in the San Joaquin Valley. Current policy research and technical assistance priorities for the CVHPI include: uninsured and inadequately insured adults, health professional shortages, and environmental influences on health. Center for Organizational Responsibility and Advancement (CORA)

Additional Information

  • Completed the Health Policy Leadership Cohort through the Central Valley Health Policy Institute (CVHPI) at California State University, Fresno, which seeks to increase regional capacity to create and implement effective health and health care initiatives and facilitate the development of health and healthcare policies and programs in the San Joaquin Valley. Current policy research and technical assistance priorities for the CVHPI include: uninsured and inadequately insured adults, health professional shortages, and environmental influences on health.
  • Center for Organizational Responsibility and Advancement (CORA)


Supporting Men of Color in the Community College Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units

15 Professional Development Hours


Teaching Men of Color in the Community College Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units

15 Professional Development Hours

Unconscious Bias Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units 15 Professional Development Hours

Racial Microaggressions Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units 15 Professional Development Hours

Continuing Education

  

  • Center for Organizational Responsibility and Advancement (CORA)

  

Supporting Men of Color in the Community College Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units

15 Professional Development Hours


Teaching Men of Color in the Community College Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units

15 Professional Development Hours

  

Unconscious Bias Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units 15 Professional Development Hours

  

Racial Microaggressions Certificate of Completion Completed 1.5 Continuing Education Units 15 Professional Development Hours


Timeline

Umoja, Counselor

Fresno City College
05.2023 - Current

CalWORKs, Counselor

Fresno City College
08.2006 - 05.2023

Counselor

Clovis East High School
08.2004 - 08.2006

Career Counselor

Workforce, Local Solutions
01.2000 - 01.2002

Ph.D - Psychology

Capella University

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

National University

Bachelor of Science -

California State University, Fresno

Associate of Science - Liberal Studies

Fresno City College

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