1. KRISTEN B. GARNER, M.A.
Kristen_barnes1@aol.com  La Vernia, TX 78121  210-355-8555
EDUCATION:
Masters of Arts in Community Counseling: LPC Track May 2012
St. Mary’s University, San Antonio,TX
CACREP- (accredited program)
Member, Chi Sigma Iota Alpha Pi Chapter
Bachelors of Applied Arts and Sciences:Psychology May 2007
Texas A&M University–Kingsville, Kingsville, TX
TEXES Content Exam 161 PASSED
Texas Teachers Alternative Certification Completed
WORKEXPERIENCE:
Community Supervision Officer February 2013 to present
Bexar County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (BCCSCD)
San Antonio, Texas
 Communicated effectively with clients using motivational interviewing techniques to include hostile, abusive or
irrational individuals
 Used evidence-based practices and graduated sanctions to address client needs/problems
 Documented all interactions with clients using Corrections Software Solutions (CSS) and otherdepartmental
technology (including Bexar County Information System – BCIS)
 Maintained the accuracy of client information in the CSS system
 Upheld the policies and procedures of the Bexar County CSCD while carrying out regular casework-related duties
 Worked cooperatively with outside service agencies to refer clients for needed services.
Case Coordinator
Camino Real Community Services
Lytle, Texas October 2012- February 2013
○ Provides direct early intervention services to infants and toddlers, birth to 36 months.
○ Follows through on referrals and coordinates services that are needed
○ Developed treatment plans.
○ Participates in eligibility determination and provides case management to n assigned caseload.
○ Complies and adheres to quality assurance and improvement processes throughout service delivery.
○ Provides referral requests to families for internal or external services when needed.
Financial Aide Officer July 2008 – October 2012
Texas A&M University–San Antonio,San Antonio, TX
o Advise students offinancial aid eligibility, enrollment and academic status using University Banner system
o Coordinate and oversee the case management of student aid files.
o Working with at risk populations with cross cultural environments
o Analyzed necessary information to determine eligibility for financial aid awards to assure accuracy ,so that awards
are in compliance with institutional and governmental guidelines
o Coached and mentored students to determine a plan of success to reach set goals.
o Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and schools.
o Train clerical, work study,student assistants,and temporary employees in financial aid systems and procedures
o Conduct financial aid workshops: local schools,organizations, prospective students
Volunteer Counseling Intern October 2009 – December 2010
Family Support Center, Universal City, TX
o Completed 300 counseling hours direct and indirect
o Conducted individual counseling for children: play therapy,art therapy,sand tray
o Provided group counseling for families and marriages using Gestalt, Cognitive and Behavioral, role play, and play
therapy
o Performed individual counseling for adults, adolescents and infants in the areas of: developmental delays , trauma,
abuse,relationship building, brain injuries, bullying
Volunteer Counseling Intern – Practicum January 2008 – May 2008
Family Life Center, San Antonio, TX
o Became familiar with standard procedures and protocol for counseling professionals
o Identified personal strengths and weaknesses in order to validate and develop counseling abilities via counseling
o Observed and implemented processes necessary to increase professional knowledge and skill set