Arwen Franquez

Higher Education Professional

Imperial Beach, California, United States

About

Experience

  • Career Counselor at Guam Community College
    2010 - 2011 · 1 yr

  • Clerk at US Attorney's Office
    Aug 2008 - Aug 2010 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Performed various clerical tasks in support of trial preparation and outreach activities including: maintained files according to established procedures; performed a variety of clerical tasks such as Xeroxing, typing, and maintaining inventory of supplies; answered telephones in a polite manner, screened calls, and took accurate messages; and delivered and picked-up files, documents, and supplies. Highlights: Entrusted to manage office in legal assistant and supervisor's absence. Screened incoming visitors and calls. Inventoried office supplies and rearranged supplies according to alphabetical order.

  • Intern at Sanctuary, Incorporated
    Feb 2010 - May 2010 · 4 mos

    Provided therapeutic intervention services to adolescents using individual and group treatment. Highlights: Co-facilitated group counseling sessions for anger management and drug and alcohol abuse. Provided individual counseling sessions and documented sessions using SOAP format. Participated in staffing meetings and outreach activities.

  • Intern at Oasis Empowerment Center
    Feb 2010 - May 2010 · 4 mos

    Provided community-based substance abuse prevention counseling to women. Highlights: Facilitated and co-facilitated group counseling sessions for 12 Step, Conflict Resolution, and Relapse Prevention. Performed initial screening, ASAM Assessment, and intake for incoming clients.

  • Registrar, Academic Counselor at Academy of Our Lady of Guam
    Jul 2006 - Jun 2008 · 2 yrs

    Managed student records. Provided academic advisement to high school students. Highlights: Monitored student progress to determine promotion/graduation eligibility and NHS eligibility. Produced and delivered presentations regarding academic success, college preparation, and college financial aid to students and parents. Proctored school placement exams, scheduled and supervised the administration of the following tests: SAT10, ACRE, ASVAB, and PSAT. Scheduled and monitored meetings on student progress and presentations from visiting colleges. Processed transcripts and student verifications, updated student files.