Dr. Scales is dedicated to the development of graduate students in their professional and academic careers, and has mentored graduate students in various capacities:

• Graduate Program Director for the Garland School of Social Work, Baylor University
• Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Professional Development, Baylor University Graduate School
• Co-Founder and Facilitator of the Conyers Scholars Program, Baylor University
• Co-Founder of the Baptist College and University Scholars Program, Baylor University
• Faculty Mentor, Women in the Academy (WITA) Mentorship Pogram, Baylor University
• Co-Author with Graduate Students on numerous articles and essays