Alison Christian
Somerset ,MA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Veteran with 3.5 years of military service and an education in Human Services seeking a position as a Veteran Service Officer. Leveraging firsthand understanding of the challenges faced by veterans, along with strong advocacy and organizational skills, to assist fellow veterans in accessing the benefits and support deserved.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
USO
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Contributed over 250 volunteer hours.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with over 32,000 Service Members.
- Assisted with various special events and programs that reached over 16,000 Service Members.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Clinical Social Work Intern, CBAT
Child And Family Services
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided individual and group counseling to children and adolescents experiencing acute behavioral and psychiatric crises, including suicidal ideation, self-harm, and emotional dysregulation
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, risk factors, and treatment needs.
- Developed and implemented crisis intervention plans tailored to each client's unique strengths, challenges, and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, nurses, and case managers, to coordinate and monitor clients' treatment plans and progress.
- Facilitated family meetings and provided psychoeducation to caregivers on managing crises, supporting their children's emotional well-being, and accessing community resources.
- Maintained thorough and accurate documentation of client assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with confidentiality and regulatory standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA12.2018
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to empathize with veterans and provide compassionate support
- Proficient in case management and effective advocacy
- Word Processing with accuracy in paperwork and documentation
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Project and event management and coordination
Military Experience
Specialist, MA Army National Guard July 2020-Present
Air Traffic Control Specialist, F Co, 3-126 AVN Joint Base Cape Cod, MA
- Secret Security Clearance
- Deployment Operation Inherent Resolve 2023-2024
- Army Achievement Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- Certificate of Achievement for Resiliency Squad Rodeo
- Soldiers Against Sexual Harassment Ambassador
Timeline
Volunteer
USO
08.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical Social Work Intern, CBAT
Child And Family Services
09.2013 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Human Services
Bristol Community College
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