Allie Cannon
Katy,TX
Summary
Professional with solid experience and well-prepared for academic endeavors. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams and adapt to changing needs seamlessly. Skilled in research, time management, and critical thinking, with strong focus on achieving measurable results. Reliable and driven, bringing proactive approach to all tasks and responsibilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
UH couple’s IPV laboratory
Houston, TX
08.2021 - 05.2023
- My duties: recruitment by marketing, setting up physio equipment, monitoring computer software, maintain a calm atmosphere, going over HIPPA with participants, doing follow up calls with participants, and attending weekly meetings on Mondays.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects in intimate partner violence.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using qualitative research methods and statistical software.
- Organized and maintained databases for participant information, improving data retrieval efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between researchers and participants, enhancing engagement in studies.
- Prepared research materials, including surveys and consent forms, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Crisis Counselor
Centerstone
Nashville (Remote)
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided emotional support to clients in crisis, ensuring safety and stability.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Documented client progress and interventions accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Trained new staff on crisis counseling techniques and agency protocols, enhancing team effectiveness.
- Evaluated program outcomes, implementing improvements based on feedback to enhance service delivery quality.
- Provided timely assistance to individuals in crisis, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to establish rapport quickly.
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Implemented evidence-based counseling techniques to assist clients in identifying triggers for their crises and developing healthy coping strategies moving forward.
- Developed resources for clients in need, connecting them with community services and programs that best suited their situation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Business Administration
University of Houston
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX05-2027
Skills
- Typing at 60 words a minute, Microsoft teams, excel, one note, planning, customer service, problem solving, data entry, research, documentation review, laboratory experience, attention to detail, following protocols, cleanliness, and organization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft office
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Analytical thinking
- Complex Problem-solving
- Statistical analysis
Timeline
Crisis Counselor
Centerstone
08.2023 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
UH couple’s IPV laboratory
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Business Administration
University of Houston
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center