SANDRA K. POWELL
Oakland University
Rochester, MI 48309
248-370-4583
powell23@oakland.edu
PROFESSION AND LICENSE/REGISTRATION INFORMATION
PROFESSION: Psychology
TYPE: Master's Ltd. Psychologist – Educ. Ltd.
PERMANENT ID#: 6301015772
ISSUE DATE: 10/25/13
EXPIRATION DATE: 10/25/15
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
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20+ years professional and educational background: Education, Psychology, Human Resources
Self-motivated, resourceful, with ability to build trust through active listening and effective communication
Successful in creating environments supporting learning and personal development through counseling, coaching
training, and mentoring
Proficient in computer applications (Research; MS Office Suite/Outlook)
EDUCATION
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Moody Theological Seminary, Plymouth, MI – M.A. Counseling Psychology, 2013
Oakland University, Rochester, MI – M.T.D. Human Resources, Training and Development, 2006
Oakland University, Rochester, MI – B.A. Integrative/General Studies, 2004
Oakland Community College, Farmington, Hills, MI – A.A. General Studies (2002)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Faculty/Academic Advisor, Honors College (part-time)
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
2014 - Current
Provide academic advising for undergraduate honors college students
 Assist students with integrating honors college courses into their general education requirements
 Coach students through honors college probation status
 Provide leadership training for new student teaching assistants
 Attend monthly Professional Advising Council meetings
Adjunct Faculty
Moody Theological Seminary, Plymouth, MI
2014 - current
Teach master level career counseling and consulting courses
Course: Career Development and Counseling (PY 5510), Su-14
Course: Psychoeducational Consultation (PY 6619), Su-14
 Determine and plan course content, activities, methodology, and grading protocol
 Research literature, prepare and present lectures and course activities using various media
 Engage students in interactive learning environments through small/large group discussions, activities and
assignments, and personal and client assessment and reporting
Special Lecturer – Part-Time Faculty
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
2009 - current
Teach undergraduate level college courses
Course: Fundamentals of Human Interaction (HRD 351), W-14; W-13; W-12; W-11; W-10; F-09; W-09
Course: Group/Team Development and Leadership (HRD 363), W-14; W-13, Su-13, Su-12; Su-11
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Course: Presentation and Facilitation (HRD 307), F-13; F-12; F-11; F-10; F-09
Honors College Course: First Year Colloquium (HC 100), F-13
Honors College Course: Advanced Principles for Leadership and Effective Human Interaction (HC 206) F-12
 Determine and plan course content, direction, methodology, and grading protocol
 Research literature, prepare and present lectures and course activities using various media
 Engage students in interactive learning environments through small/large group discussions, activities and
assignments, group projects, and academic service learning
Human Resource Administrative Specialist (part-time)
Trialon Corp., Troy, MI
2010 - 2011
Consultant contracted to BorgWarner to provide human resources administration
 Audited and analyzed employee records, prepared detailed spreadsheets compiling data
 Provided human resource and benefits administrative support including database entries and updates
 Prepared/edited PowerPoint training presentations using Camtasia (Health & Safety)
 Organized employee trainings/activities (e.g. Policy Changes / Red Cross Blood Drive / Employee Halloween
Party / Classic Car Day)
Training Consultant
MediaPro, Bothell WA
2007 - 2008
Created instructional support materials and develop procedures
 Edited various online courses for external clients
 Wrote standard procedures for development of training support materials
 Evaluated initial course offering and tracked changes to instructional materials
 Built detailed web-based course using designated software
Human Resource Analyst
Magna Closures of America, Inc., Novi, MI
2006 - 2007
Influenced, designed and delivered Human Resources policy supporting business goals for tier one automotive supplier
 Developed, designed and delivered effective presentations, communications and trainings to support employee
initiatives: Performance Management, Sexual Harassment, Benefits, and Health & Safety
 Managed Employee Opinion Survey for 85+ employees. Organized Employee Focus Groups; developed and
delivered action plan presentation; tracked and reported action results according to time schedule
 Consolidated external storage facilities to reduce annual storage costs
 Established hiring methods for plant launch. Interviewed and hired 100+ candidates
 Researched and managed annual survey to establish competitive wages and benefits
 Coordinated and administered employee activities: Onsite training program, New Hire Orientation,
Communication Meetings, Recognition and Awards, Tuition Assistance
 Trained and coached employees and management throughout company restructuring: Reduction in force,
Performance Management, Bonus/Merit Process
Graduate Assistant – Human Resource Development Dept.
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
2004 - 2006
Provided research and faculty and student support
 Conduct research in conjunction with professor to advance writing opportunities
 Provided teaching and technical classroom assistance
 Produced assessment material to measure student progress and satisfaction
 Created educational training materials for non-profit organization from inception to classroom delivery (webbased train-the-trainer, instructor guides, and visual aids)
Intern – Center for Student Activities
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
2004 - 2006
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Developed student-focused, on-campus events
 Organized, developed, marketed special campus-wide events. Recruited speakers, organized room logistics and
catering arrangements
 Developed evaluation measures to determine overall satisfaction and establish protocol for future events
College Intern, Human Resources – Learning & Development
Textron Fastening Systems, Troy, MI
2005
Provided strategic employee training support for global automotive supplier
 Organized, marketed, tracked employee training and on-line learning
 Supported succession planning strategy and special projects
Secretary
Gettel Management, Inc., Birmingham, MI
1997 - 2003
Managed human resource and accounting administration for 10 McDonald’s restaurants
 Human Resource Functions: Managed confidential employee information; processed payroll for 800+ salaried /
hourly employees; evaluated and administered employee benefits including annual salary increases; audited,
designed employee handbooks; established EEO collection procedures, organized and reported annual results
 Accounting Functions: Processed and reconciled accounts payable and general ledger through year end; reported
daily and monthly sales to corporate McDonald’s
OTHER ADVISING / COUNSELING EXPERIENCE
Faculty Advisor / Mentor, Human Resource Development Dept.
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
(2014, 2013, 2012)
Supervise academic/research student internships
 Provide senior human resource students with academic research internship
 Collaborate to determine overall project goals, objectives, and direction
 Counsel students through project challenges
Graduate Student Clinical Intern
Intersessions Psychological Services Clinic, Plymouth, MI
2011 - 2012
Provided supervised therapeutic counseling for clients from various socio-economic backgrounds
 Conducted initial intake assessment, formulated clinical diagnoses, developed and administered treatment plans,
monitored clients through end of treatment
 Delivered individual and couples counseling for adolescents and adults in conjunction with treatment plans
 Determined need and administered psychological testing and interpreted psychometric and/or projective tests for
adolescents and adults
 Collaborated with external medical personnel to determine effective treatment plan
 Responsible for mentoring new interns and providing input on planned treatment services
 Effectively managed caseload, organized paperwork, and maintained confidentiality
TRAININGS / SEMINARS / CERTIFICATIONS
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Common Ground, Youth Mental First Aid (2014)
Crisis Care Network, Best Practices in Critical Incident Response in the Workplace (2013)
American Association of Christian Counselors International Conference (2013 / 2011)
Michigan Assoc. of CMH Boards: 5-Day Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy Training (2012)
Oakland University/University of Windsor Teaching & Learning Conference (2012 / 2011 / 2010)
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 Oakland University Academic Service Learning Fellow (2010)
 University of Washington, Seattle, WA: E-Learning Design & Development Certificate (2008)
VOLUNTEER & COMMITTEE EXPERIENCE
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Faculty Advisor: Professional Advising Council, Oakland University (2013 - present)
Co-Advisor: Golden Key International Honour Society (2013 - present)
Volunteer: Baldwin Center, Pontiac, MI, (2010 - present)
Election Inspector: Waterford Township, MI.
MEMBERSHIPS
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Oakland University Alumni Association: Member
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM): Member
American Society for Training and Development (ASTD): Member
American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC): Member
International Christian Coaching Association (ICCA): Member