RESUME

1. SHANE M. KINNEY, E.D
2221 SW 26th Ln. – Miami, FL – 331333 – (305) 724-7757 – shanekinney@usa.net
PSYCHOLOGY PROFESSOR
INTERDISCIPLINARY TEACHING ~ SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE ~ PROBLEM RESOLUTION
Psycho-Social Rehabilitation
Communication Skills
Critical Thinking
Lesson Planning
Oral Expression
Grant Report Creation
Testing Methodologies
SPSS
Customer Service
Cross-Team Collaboration
Auditing & Training
Licensure Eligible
A highly motivated, result-focused Senior Psychology Professor in the counseling services field,
demonstrating 15+ years’ experience with a specialty in teaching Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and
Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), organizing and creating class curriculum, evaluating
student progress, and organizing online class modalities. Track record of teaching success includes
a 98% student persistence record with an average 56% A range with college students.
An accomplished professor with strong desire to foster a collaborative student learning atmosphere
designed to focus students on obtaining collegiate goals. Known to possess excellent
communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills in working with others.
Proficient in strengthening relationships with students, constructing transformational learning
communities, utilizing innovative strategies, and motivating students.
Research has focused specifically with utilizing MET to increase college student persistence and
overall GPA.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
 Educated clients in building and repairing Windows based computer systems, as well as, the use of Microsoft Office products.
 Successfully designed KIS Data System; rebuilt and preserved computer systems for workshops, employees, and data servers.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Designed and implemented the current standardized curriculum utilized at Brown Mackie College for the Principles of Psychology classes.
Provided emergency support services, computer technical skills, and treatment plan audits for mental health and substance abuse agencies.
In conjunction with Dr. Miller and David Duresky, trained 27 substance abuse facilities in Motivational Enhancement Th erapy for DCF.
CAREER PROGRESSION
BROWN MACKIE COLLEGE 3700 Lakeside Dr. Miramar, Fl. 2008-Present
PSYCHOLOGY PROFESSOR
 Generate and implement lesson plans to test students’ obtained knowledge of course material.
 Educate students about psychological theories and real world implementation.
 Empatheticcommunication style focused to elicit student self-motivation to increase class participation and assignment completion.
 Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions, to develop a personal connection to class material.
 Provide student consulting on career issues related to academic curricula.
HERE’S HELP15100 NW, 27th Ave. Miami, Fl. 2006-2008
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
 Reported to Executive Committee, Chairman of co-occurring initiative for DCF, and KIS designer and Administrator for facility.
 Implemented training programs, grant reports, outcome projections and measurements, clinical file audits, directed safety and
quality improvement committees, and liaised with DCF, SFPC and other state and federal agencies.
FELLOWSHIP HOUSE  5711 South Dixie Hwy. Miami, FL. 2001-2006
PSYCHO-SOCIAL REHABILITATION SENIOR COUNSELOR
 Developed comprehensive treatment plans designed to provide appropriate and consistent care for clients. Executed group
therapies, organized documentation in compliance with contracting agencies, and supplied basic living skills. Delivered social
rehabilitation services, emergency support services, rebuilt and upgraded computers for workshop and appraised treatment plans
for clients. Trained new staff in treatment plan development and writing.
 Facility Manager, oversaw evacuation plans,and contributed in quality improvement program and interdisciplinary team activities.
Ensured proper services of facility, communicated with client families, directed volunteers, and followed-up with community service
agencies.
CAREER HISTORY
PUBLISHER  SOUTH FLORIDA HOMES MAGAZINE  Miami, FL. 2000-2001
PUBLISHER  REAL ESTATE EXECUTIVE MAGAZINE  Miami, FL. 1999-2000
HEAD SHEET METAL FABRICATION FOREMAN  DEBONAIR MECHANICAL  Hialeah, FL. 1993-1999
SHEET METAL FABRICATION FOREMAN  COMMANDHEATING ANDAIR CONDITIONING  St. Joseph, MO. 1990-1993

2. Professional experience continued…..
SHANE M. KINNEY, ED.D
2221 SW 26th Ln. – Miami, FL – 331333 – (305) 724-7757 – shanekinney@usa.net
VOLUNTEER WORK
Toys in the Sun, Present
Bamboo Dojo, Martial Arts Instructor
Children's Miracle Network | Wheel House | Big Brother, Big Sister
March of Dimes | Children's Home Society | Habitat for Humanity | Adopt-a-Highway
EDUCATION
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY, 2016
Ed.D. Counseling Psychology, GPA: 4.0
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, Coral Gables, FL, 2005
M.S. Ed. Mental Health Counseling, GPA: 3.823
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Miami, FL, 1999
B.A. Psychology, GPA: 3.46
BROWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 1997
A.A. Psychology
CERTIFICATIONS
ATTC - MET/CBT
South Florida Provider Coalition
Aggression Control | FADAA | AIDS Education
Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) Trainer
TRAININGS & SEMINARS
Treatment Services & Treatment Plan Writing
Medications & Management Techniques for Clients
Suicide Prevention | Aggression Control | Fire & Safety
Cultural Diversity | Motivational Enhancement Therapy
Medicaid Compliance | Mental Illness - A Family Perspective
HONOR SOCIETIES & AWARDS
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars Member, 2013
Chi Alpha Epsilon, Diamond Member, 2011
Brown Mackie College, Director’s Award of Excellence, 2010
Pi Lambda Theta, International Honor Society & Professional Association in Education, 2004
Chi Sigma Iota, Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society, 2001
Psi Chi, National Honor Society in Psychology, 2000
FIU Honors Council | Dean's List, 1999
Golden Key National Honor Society, 1998
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
Sigma Chi Life Loyal Sig, 2002
Sigma Chi Alumni Association, 2001
Sigma Chi Fraternity, Active Member from, 1996
Member of the Co-occurring Partnership for DCF
American Counseling Association