Education Master of Education, expected graduation December 2015

Concentration: Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs (PASA) University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA

Master of Social Work

University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences University of California, Irvine | Irvine, CA

Experience

Graduate Assistant University of Southern California Marshall School of Business, August 2014 to present

Assist graduate advisors with tasks such as student advising, class scheduling, and faculty textbook requests Answer admission related questions via email from prospective graduate students Projects and other duties to be determined based on interest and personal/professional goals

Graduate Student Intern Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California, August 2014 to December 2014

Maintained and organized student academic unit records and other statistical data for internal/external use Assisted in planning and execution of admissions recruitment and retention strategies and student events Oversaw and developed social media presence including programming marketing and departmental website Served as advisor to student organizations focused on mentoring and recruitment; facilitated the

mentor/mentee matching service and communication between mentor/mentee Student Information System (SIS) Student Worker University of Southern California, October 2013 to August 2014

Assisted in running the university efficiently by providing user support for the Student Information System through technical troubleshooting, fielding queries via phone, and providing quick and efficient customer services to students, staff, and faculty

Researched and resolved problems related to system functionality Provided office support through scheduling trainings, filing, answering phones, and other office tasks

Outreach Coordinator Pullias Center for Higher Education, October 2013 to July 2014

Ensured goals of mentoring program, make sure students successfully apply to college, for financial aid, and for housing, are implemented for assigned schools; maintain database with updates as needed

Worked with 11 area high schools and 150 student in the program, primarily underrepresented first generation students, to ensure these students have access to higher education

Provided supplemental counseling services in the schools through the I AM mentoring program Facilitated the mentor/mentee matching service, facilitate communication between mentor/mentee, and

meet a minimum of once a month with students and counselors Coordinated workshops for students (financial aid, personal statement writing, and how to choose a major),

and plan a college tour for the students

Deborah A. Lee deblee68@aol.com// leedebor@usc.edu

Deborah A. Lee | leedebor@usc.edu

Social Worker Long Life ADHC Center, March 2011 to October 2013

Observed client behavior, assessed needs, and developed individual treatment goals Completed thorough psychosocial assessments within the time frame specified by the program Engaged in effective problem solving that positively affected patient care and services Participated in interdisciplinary meetings as well as completing documentation on interdisciplinary forms

related to the assigned unit, ward, or program Coordinated and organized wellness presentations for community care program to promote overall health

and self-care, topics included but were not limited to nutrition, stress management, and safety in the home Provided referrals to community resources and consulted with doctors, therapists, and medical professionals Mentored incoming staff on program protocols

Residential Counselor Jewish Family Services of LA/Gramercy Place Shelter, April 2008 to December 2012

Maintained the nightly operation of the shelter by implementing individual service plan objectives, behavior plans, and involving individuals in social/recreational activities within their communities

Supervised program activities for the residents Provided crisis intervention as needed and ensured the safety of all individuals and the general public Modeled appropriate behaviors and reactions for individuals residing in the program Engaged in effective problem solving that positively affected residents care and services Participated in interdisciplinary meetings as well as completing documentation on interdisciplinary forms

related to the assigned program Medical Social Work Intern Keck Medical Center of USC, September 2008 to May 2009

Worked in outpatient clinic for adults with Cystic Fibrosis Worked as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the kidney transplant unit Collaborated with colleagues, physicians, and nurses to provide both direct and indirect services to patients Conducted thorough needs assessments of patients physical and mental needs Performed psychosocial assessments, crisis interventions, support/grief counseling, and discharge planning

Community Leadership

I AM Mentor, Pullias Center for Higher Education Rossier Student Ambassador, USC Rossier School of Education

Volunteer, Summer Special Olympics

Core Skil ls Proven ability to successfully interact with a diverse student population

Demonstrated knowledge of overall practices of university advising Demonstrated excellent ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures Ability to establish and foster communication and teamwork

Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of principles of individual and group behavior, developmental theory and practice Ability to use tact and diplomacy effectively

Proven ability to gather and analyze data Excellent written and oral communication

MS Windows/Office/database management