ADRIANNE GRIFFIN
LAURENS,SC
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong leadership background, skilled in steering teams towards success and surpassing goals. Demonstrated expertise in fostering collaboration, devising strategic plans, and resolving complex issues. Recognized for exceptional communication abilities, adaptability, and dependability. Equipped with the skills to cultivate a productive and positive work environment while effectively adapting to evolving demands.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Preservation Team Leader
DSS
Anderson, SC
01.2019 - 10.2024
- Ensured safety, permanence, and wellbeing of children and youth through comprehensive case management.
- Ensured services were family-centered and culturally competent per GPS standards.
- Trained and supported a team of five case workers.
- Utilized TCI training to effectively manage crisis situations.
- Orchestrated family conferences to collaboratively design effective treatment plans.
Graduate Student Intern
New Beginnings Palmetto LLC
Greenville, SC
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Completed regular scheduled evaluations for competency reviews.
- Utilized therapeutic modalities including SFBT, CBT, and Narrative Therapy to serve diverse populations.
- Maintained detailed progress observations.
- Applied empathetic counseling techniques to support client well-being.
Graduate Student Intern
Riverstone Family Counseling
Mauldin, SC
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Applied family-oriented techniques in therapeutic settings for holistic client support.
- Attended weekly supervision to enhance skills.
- Completed detailed therapeutic session summaries.
After School Teacher
Greenville County School District
Greenville, SC
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Facilitated student understanding of their assignments.
- Supervised activities to align with expected standards.
Child Service Professional
Phoenix Center
Greenville, SC
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Oversaw corrective measures for behavioral issues as per organizational standards.
- Update condition reports reflecting client status developments.
- Dispensed medication as required.
- Assist with administration duties to include filing, typing, and data entry
- Performed routine checks at 15-minute intervals.
Family Support/Behavioral Modification
Carolina Family Services
Greenville, SC
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Create tailored intervention plans to enhance patient care.
- Guided individuals in developing strategies to regulate and address aggressive tendencies.
- Support identification of beneficiaries' triggers.
- Facilitated development of coping mechanisms for family adjustments.
Customer Relations Executive
Alorica
Greenville, SC
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Managed call resolution effectively.
- Processed customer refunds.
- Coordinated replacement of products efficiently.
Residential Counselor II
Generations Group Home
Fountain Inn, SC
04.2008 - 08.2014
- Supervised resident activities, ensuring consistent documentation.
- Assisted residents in achieving objectives outlined in treatment plans.
Customer Service Representative
Burlington Coat Factory Department Store
Greenville,SC
06.2000 - 01.2006
- Processed customer payments accurately and swiftly.
- Managed inventory placement to ensure efficient organization.
- Resolved customer inquiries with precision and efficiency.
- Directed callers to appropriate departments.
Education
Masters of Science - Administration of Justice and Security
University of Phoenix
Career Diploma - Legal Secretary
Penn Foster
Bachelor's - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate
Masters of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
National University
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- Team supervision
- People management
- Documentation and reporting
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Graduate Student Intern
New Beginnings Palmetto LLC
11.2022 - 08.2024
Graduate Student Intern
Riverstone Family Counseling
05.2021 - 05.2022
Family Preservation Team Leader
DSS
01.2019 - 10.2024
After School Teacher
Greenville County School District
09.2017 - 12.2018
Child Service Professional
Phoenix Center
07.2016 - 10.2017
Family Support/Behavioral Modification
Carolina Family Services
03.2016 - 05.2016
Customer Relations Executive
Alorica
10.2014 - 03.2015
Residential Counselor II
Generations Group Home
04.2008 - 08.2014
Customer Service Representative
Burlington Coat Factory Department Store
06.2000 - 01.2006
Masters of Science - Administration of Justice and Security
University of Phoenix
Career Diploma - Legal Secretary
Penn Foster
Bachelor's - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate
Masters of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
National University