Becky Bell Scott 1
Becky Bell Scott, MSW,LCSW
Becky_Scott@baylor.edu
Baylor University
One Bear Place, Box 97320
Waco, Texas 76798
Education____________________________________________________________________________
Doctoral Student (current)
Social Work
Focus: Social Work in Primary Care
Baylor University
Master of Social Work, 1997
University of Washington
Bachelor of Science, 1996
Social Work
Abilene Christian University
Faculty & Professional Experience______________________________________________________
Full Time Lecturer, 2009-present
Baylor University School of Social Work
Waco, Texas
Adjunct Faculty, 2013 -2014
Boston University School of Social Work
Boston, Massachusetts
Adjunct Faculty, 2008-2009
Baylor University School of Social Work
Waco, Texas
Clinical Supervisor and Therapist, 2005 - 2007
ACS Counseling Agency Intensive Family Intervention Program
Athens, Georgia
Assisted in the development of this Medicaid funded mental health program which was subsequently
accredited; provided clinical direction and supervision for the counseling staff engaged in intensive
therapeutic services for children and families; conducted screening and comprehensive mental health
assessments on clients; marketed program to community agencies; trained staff in basic and advanced
skills; supervised graduate student interns; wrote numerous reports; pre-certified with insurance as well as
billed; delivered clinically effective interventions for children and families
Adjunct Faculty, 2004 -2005
Piper Child Development Center and School of Social Work
Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Implemented an inter-departmental, community collaborative, grant project which focused on increasing
access to quality childcare for children 0-5; established parenting group for care-givers of children with a
developmental disability; hosted a community summit; established the project as a learning lab for Social
Work and Family and Consumer Science students
Therapist, 2002 - 2005
Dr. James N Shinder, private clinic
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Waco, Texas
Provided clinical assessment and intervention for families and children receiving services from Child
Protective Services; developed curriculum for and facilitated anger management and parenting groups,
and sex offender family members’ groups; provided co-located mental health services in public schools
English Language Instructor, 2000 - 2002
University of Ibaraki
Hitachi, Ibaraki, Japan
Based in a teacher’s training university, instructed junior high school students in written and
conversational English and assisted in the training of the university students majoring in English as a
Second Language instruction; developed and supervised a two week study-abroad trip for students;
participated as a faculty member in Ikebana After-School club
School Based Children’s Mental Health Professional, 1998 - 2000
Texas Mental Health/Mental Retardation (MHMR)
Kyle MHMR/Abilene MHMR
Provided assessment, case-management and intervention services to children with behavioral health
needs; instigated a community collaborative effort to invite Communities in Schools to establish its
agency in the city; provided psychiatric hospital and suicide risk assessment for persons at risk to self or
others; provided school based mental health support and services in public schools
Aloha House for Girls, Youthworker, 1996-1997
Seattle, Washington
Located in a small group home, provided direct care and supervision for adolescent girls who were
transitioning out of foster care or juvenile justice rehabilitation programs. Facilitated weekly life-skills
group.
Courses Taught_______________________________________________________________________
Field Instructor, Baylor University 2003-2005
Field Instructor, University of Georgia 2005-2007
Introduction to Social Work
Theories for Organizations and Communities(HBSE 2)
Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families
Social Work Practice with Communities and Organizations
Social Work Internship
Current Issues in Social Work
Family Crisis and Resilience
Practice with Groups
Research Project (graduate)
Working with Burmese Refugees and U.S. Public Schools
Children, Art and Disabilities
Theory and Practice with Children and Families
Clinical Practice with Families
Funded Projects________________________________________________________________
Garland, D. R & Scott, B. (2014-present) Co-Principal Investigator; Family Development Qualitative
Research Project, Louisville, Institute, $25,000
Projects________________________________________________________________
Scott, B. & Ellor, J. (2011-present) Project Director; Art, Children and Disabilities
Projects________________________________________________________________
Thomas, B.; Scott, B. Bell; Pooler, D. (2015) Increasing the use of trauma-sensitive lens for school case
managers: A training assessment; Journal of Adolescent and Family Health, 7, 4
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Chinamasa, G. & Scott, B. Bell. (submitted) Caregiver felt needs and preferences for respite care services
for children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbances: A needs Assessment
Scott, B. Bell & Ellor, J. (in process) Using art to teach about children and disabilities
Professional Presentations__________________________________________________________
Scott, B. (2007) Parent’s as Advocates for their Children’s Education: Using Narrative Therapy Groups
to Teach Educational Advocacy. Accepted for presentation at International Conference on Parent
Education and Parenting, University of North Texas, Denton
Scott, B. (2010) The Use of Action Based Research to Solve Problems and Create Programs. Accepted
for Presentation, International Conference on Parent Education and Parenting, University of North Texas,
Denton
Scott, B. (2011) Stories that Empower: Narrative Approach in Groups. Presented at National
Association of Social Workers (NASW) Texas State Conference, Dallas, Texas
Scott, B. (2012) Social Work in Museums: Teaching children about children with disabilities Presented
at APM; Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) National Conference, Washington, D.C.
Select Guest Presentations_
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Scott, B. What Social Work in Public Schools Can do for our Community. Community Stakeholders
Meeting. Abilene, Texas, May, 1999
Scott, B. Social Work Practice with Children in Community Mental Health Agencies.
Abilene Christian University, Abilene, Texas, March 1999 and March 2000.
Scott, B. Lessons for Public Education from Japanese Classrooms. Fulbright Teacher Exchange. Ibaraki,
Japan, June, 2001
Scott, B. Cultural Competency in the Early Childhood Environment. In-service for Piper Child
Development Teachers, Baylor University, Waco, Texas, May, 2004
Scott, B. Interventions for Families Enrolled in Intensive Family Intervention Programs. In-service
training for case-managers in the Intensive Family Intervention Program, Athens, Georgia,
November 2007
Scott, B. Engagement Skills. Urban Missions Seminar, Baylor University Spiritual Life, February 21,
2011.
Scott, B. Group Work Basics. Intern training at World Hunger Relief International, Elm Mott,
Texas, September, 2010; 2011; 2012; 2013; 2015
Scott, B. Application of Common Developmental Models in Various Cultures, Baylor
Cross-Cultural Class, October, 2011.
University,
Scott, B. Child Protective Services as a Process, Baylor University, Social Policy Class, November,
2011.
Klawetter. S and Scott, B. Salient Issues in Social Work Practice with Children. Baylor School of
Social Work Board of Advocates. January 2012
Klawetter. And Scott, B. Suicide Risk in Young Adults. Sexual Identity Forum at Baylor University.
April 2012
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Scott, B. The Use of the Narrative Approach When Working with Survivors. Presented at the Children’s
Advocacy Continuing Education Conference for Community Providers. Waco, Texas; April
2012
Professional License_
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas
Professional Membership_
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Council of Social Work Education (CSWE)
Professional Training__________________________________________________________________
University of North Texas Center for Play Therapy
Within Our Reach, PREP Marriage Workshop Facilitator, Texas
Mental Health Authority: Suicide and Mental Health Risk Assessment, MHMR
Ropes Course Facilitation, Baylor University
School Based Social Worker Certification Training, Seattle, Washington
The Grantsmanship Center, weeklong training, Denver, Colorado
CBT with Children, Boston University
Addressing Racism in the Classroom, Boston University
Effective Clinical Supervision, University of Texas at Arlington
Community Involvement_______________________________________________________________
Waco I.S.D.volunteer present
Cooking Class for International Students – University of Georgia 2005-2008
Early Childhood Coalition; Athens, Georgia 2006-2008
Early Childhood Coalition; Waco, Texas 2004-2005
Consultation with HOT Workforce board, Fall 2010
Child Care Resource and Referral Group, Athens, Georgia, volunteer 2007-2008
World Hunger Relief International Training Farm Volunteer, 2009- present
Texas Center for the Elimination of Disproportionality and Disparities, McLennan County Advisory
Board member, 2010-2013
Academic Service
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Baylor University School of Social Work
Advisor – MSW Students Organization 2009- 2013
Student Development Committee 2009-2013
Faculty Development Committee 2009/2010
Admissions Committee 2009- present
Sponsor – BSW Social Work Student Organization 2010-2012
Academic and Professional Development Ad Hoc Committee – Spring 2012
Global Mission Leadership Admissions Committee – Spring 2012, 2013
Faculty mentor – fall 2012
Faculty host for international visiting faculty, Fall 2012
Field Supervision for MSW students – 2012, 2013, 2014; 2015
Global Mission Leadership Initiative, member, 2014, 2015
Chair, Diversity Initiative, 2014, 2015
School of Social Work IRB Review committee; 2014, 2015
Baylor University
Tunnel of Oppression Trainer 2004, 2005
Voter Registration for Students 2005
Faculty Partner for North Village (1 section of residence hall) 2004/2005
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Piper Child Development Advisory Board 2014 – present
Student Conduct Board, 2014-present