Kent A. Chambers PhD - SACS - Hardin-Simmons University

1985-1986
1985-1989
1981-1984
1976-1976
EDUCATION:
1989
1979
1976
classes.
ACCOUNTANT, James Alexander, Abilene, Texas. Accounting and
computer responsibilities. Part time employment.
PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER, Rainbow Bible School, Abilene, Texas.
Taught various ages. Physical, emotional, mental, and social
development was emphasized.
MATERNITY CASEWORKER, Christian Homes of Abilene, Inc.
Responsible for counseling, case management, birth process
training, labor and delivery coaching for each pregnant female
in program. Supervised personnel and volunteers involved in
program. Responsible for public awareness and education
programs. Maintained good working relationship with networking
agencies. Utilized resources available for future direction of
clients when needed.
ADOPTION CASEWORKER, Christian Homes (6 months) . Responsible
for adoption home studies, updates, and after placement
supervision. Maintained accurate case records with all
contacts documented.
FOSTER CARE CASEWORKER, Christian Homes (6 months) .
Supervision of foster homes to maintain standards and provide
safe, secure environment for children in foster care. Contacts
with parents of children in foster care to support and teach
appropriate parenting skills. Provided support and
encouragement to parents experiencing stress and crises.
Utilized resources available for future needs of parents and
children.
FOSTER CARE CASEWORKER, Paragould Children's Home,
Paragould, Arkansas. Interned for 4 months. Continued
after graduation for 6 months. Responsible for case
management of children in foster care. Supervision of
foster families.
M.S. in FAMILY STUDIES, Abilene Christian University, Abilene
Texas. Course study in family therapy, parenting, marriage and
family, contemporary problems, and family and community. Thesis
topic: Sexual Abuse and Self-Esteem as They Relate to Teenage
Pregnancy.
Graduate work in CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (no degree), Western
Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Kentucky.
B.S. in SOCIAL WORK, Harding University, Searcy, Arkansas.
Complete study of social work skills. Field placement with a
child care agency.