Regina L. Whitewolf, M.S.
e-mail: grwhitewolf@sbcglobal.net

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Extensive experience, education, and skills in the areas of counseling, research, administration, event planning and organization teaching, prevention / intervention of health related issues in Native American communities.

• Master of Human Relations
• Counseling Experience/li>
• Extensive experience in Proposal Writing and Development
• Experience in Organization, Coordination and Professional Research
• Ten Years Teaching Native Americans, certified Teacher K-8
• Extensive Experience in Program development and implementation
• Coordination of Community Health Education activities for Diabetes Education
• Career Development
• Administrative/ Supervisory Experience
• Extensive Involvement dealing with Native American Social and Health Issues / Drug and Alcohol Prevention / Intervention
• Extensive Computer Skills

EXPERIENCE:

Lawton Indian Health Service Diabetes Program, Lawton, OK January 2000- November 2007
Counseling Psychologist

Provide mental health counseling and lifestyle adaptation techniques for individuals, couples and families managing diabetes. Develop and implement mental health treatment plans, document client progress, case consultation and appropriate referrals. Counsel in two IHS clinics within service unit. Design and develop culturally relevant treatment, education materials. Quarterly publication of program newsletter for diabetes awareness. Assist in the development and implementation of community training and awareness for diabetes prevention and intervention. Serve on American Diabetes Association national project team for development and delivery Native American programming throughout the United States.

Riverside Indian School, Anadarko, Oklahoma Sept. 1995 - June 1998
School-to-Work Career Counselor

Developed and implemented School-to-Work Initiative administered by the Delaware Tribe. Designed and established a comprehensive integrated Career Center. Recognized as a best practice by the National STW Office. Participated in and created partnerships involving state, local and tribal agencies and businesses. Prepared monthly program reports to RIS School board and Tribal Executive Committee. Counseled students on career decisions, personal management and life skills development. Organized and developed related training for staff and students. Designed ten school-based enterprises with teachers and staff. Overall development and implementation of all School-to-Work Activities. Developed pilot program with Law Enforcement personnel and High Risk Youth.

Southwest Youth and Family Services, Chisholm Trail Counseling Services, Anadarko, Oklahoma August 1998-Dec 98, Feb.1995-Feb. 1996
Contract Family Services Therapist

Conducted Individual, Group and Family Counseling sessions. Diagnosed clients, developed treatment plans with appropriate follow-up. Home-based counseling and services provided on contract basis.

Fort Sill Apache Emergency Youth Shelter, Apache, Oklahoma June 1994- Aug. 1995
Shelter Director

Planned, directed and coordinated all activities of shelter. Established work plans and staffing. Prepared project reports and evaluation for management and funding sources. Coordinated with government and state agencies for licensing and services. Supervised and evaluated 16 employees. Administered shelter funding from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Family Violence Prevention Grant, HUD Emergency Shelter Grant, and Homeless Prevention Program. Developed annual operating budgets for programs. Responsible for budget control, personnel schedules and supervision. Case histories and plans relating to clients. Counseled residents and clients. Wrote, developed and submitted grants for additional program funding. Designed and implemented Homeless Prevention Program targeting 20 Native American Families assisting with finances and development of a comprehensive continuum of care program.

Riverside Indian School, Anadarko, Oklahoma Aug. 1993- May 1994
Teacher- Seventh/Eighth Grade

Designed and implemented all phases of lesson plans for a fully self-contained classroom. Developed a health and guidance curriculum meeting the needs of high-risk Native American adolescents. Performed all required duties of a classroom teacher.

Eagle Women Enterprises, Anadarko, Oklahoma 1987-1993
Owner / Operator

Performed all small business functions in the purchasing and marketing of Native American art, clothing and jewelry.

Browning Middle School, Browning, Montana 1987-1990
Teacher - Seventh Grade Reading and Language Arts

Designed and developed Native based curriculum and implemented lesson plans. Assisted in the development and implementation of the Middle School Disciplinary Policy. Operated under team interdisciplinary plan with all seventh grade teachers. Acted as student advisor to 15 students per day. Performed all required duties of a classroom teacher.
Teacher - Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade English, Reading and Math
Team-taught Chapter 1 students. Developed Individual Education Plans for each student serviced. Prepared and submitted all Federally required paperwork. On a daily basis conducted small groups targeting High Risk Adolescents.

Consultant Experience
Whitewolf & Associates Consultant/ Trainer 1993 - Present

Contract with various national programs for comprehensive teaching sessions for Native educational concepts and traditions, diabetes education, emotional health, parent training, true colors, career education and development, drug & alcohol abuse, stress management, family violence.

Conference and pow-wow planning, development, organization and management.
Organizations worked as trainer/consultant - University of Oklahoma Health Promotions, Indian Health Service, Diabetes and Wellness, IHS Patient Education, American Diabetes Association, , National Indian Kidney Association, Ameri-Corp, Tribal organizations, National Indian School Board, American Indian Physicians Association.

Contract consultant/ American Diabetes Association
Volunteer 1998/ Program Coordinator, National Native Outreach

Consultant/Coordinator Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
Life Within the Circle

Consultant/ Trainer
Dull Knife / Little Big Horn Community Colleges for School-to-Work

Consultant/ Coordinator Health Conference Encampment
University of Oklahoma Health Science Center

Consultant - Teambuilding and Leadership Conference
University of Oklahoma, American Indian Institute

Quality Assurance Consultant
Eagle Wing Residential Center, Halfway House Services, Consortium Against Substance Abuse

Juvenile 1st Offenders Program Consultant
Consortium Against Substance Abuse

Coordinator/Developer/ Consultant
Native American Traditional Encampments targeting High Risk Populations. Week long youth and family camps dealing with Native American Mental health, Cultural, and Spiritual issues, alcohol/drug prevention, self-esteem, career development and gang prevention. "Life Within the Circle", a Culturally based Prevention Intervention program. Youth initiative: Native Way: Pathway to Life

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BIA Contract Schools - Teacher of Grades K-8/ San Felipe New Mexico/ Pine Ridge Reservation Red Cloud Indian School / Our Lady of Lourdes - Teacher

Anadarko Headstart Program- Assistant Teacher

Office of Native American Programs, Region VII - Grants Management Specialist

University of Colorado at Denver - Native American Student Counselor

EDUCATION:

University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma May 1993 GPA 3.8
Master of Human Relations with emphasis on Counseling and Chemical Dependency

Oglala Lakota College, Kyle, South Dakota December 1986 GPA 3.8
Bachelor of Science in Education with emphasis on Indian Studies and Computer Science

ORGANIZATIONS / ACTIVITES:

Volunteer American Diabetes Association/ Awakening the Spirit HIV/AIDS Community Coalition-Sec/Treasurer
Cub Scout/Webelo Den Parent Volunteer
Caddo County Environmental Action Association
Wichita Service Club, President (1994-1998)
Kitikiti'sh Little Sisters Society / Parent Sponsor
American Cancer Society Volunteer

CERTIFICATIONS:

Completed additional Graduate School Hours University of Oklahoma for Licensed Professional Counselor Certification, Teacher Certification / Oklahoma, New Mexico, Montana
True Colors Certified Trainer
SASSI Evaluator
Project Charlie Facilitator / Small Group Facilitator
CPR/ First Aid Certification

Professional / Personal References and Additional Information Provided Upon Request