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Alison Miller

Alison Miller

Brookings,SD

Summary

I am a fresh-minded eager recent college graduate and am excited to start my professional career with my new developed skills. I have motivation to learn about all things mental health and organization. I succeed in roles where I can lead and collaborate with colleagues and clients. Through previous experiences and in trainings I have provided emotional support and compassion. I am a planner at heart, and organization is my strong suit. I have never been too good to work any type of job including areas from childcare to hard outdoor labor. I strive to better myself in all directions and continue to be effective in any job and hold strong to the main purpose.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Domestic Abuse Advocate

Margo Dempsey
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Interviewed clients and family members to obtain key information for case planning and management.
  • Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide best possible guidance to clients.
  • Attended over 20 hours of meetings, conferences and training courses to advance professional knowledge of social work.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Farm Hand

Kari Jungclaus
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
  • Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.

Day Care Colleague

Christi Deming
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Taking care of children from three months to 12 years old.
  • Learning compassion for our future generations and organizing my time to share it among 15 plus people at a time.

Physical Therapy Assistant

Blacks Hills Orthopedic & Spine
11.2017 - 02.2018
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Answered questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Rapid City High School
Rapid City, SD
05.2020

Skills

  • Clients Rights
  • Victim Advocacy
  • Emotional Support
  • Organization
  • Leadership
  • Compassion
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Highly Motivated

Accomplishments

    Graduating college with Suma Cum Laude (3.9 gpa). As well as, completing my bachelor's degree in 3 years with switching majors mid way.

    Being inducted into the National Honor Society in my junior year of High School (2018).

    Being awarded the American Legion award at my eighth grade graduation ceremony (2016).

Community Outreach

I was involved in numerous outreach programs. These included coaching youth sports for multiple years and volunteering time through National Honor Society opportunities. These directly benefited the community, by serving to their needs whether that be washing cars for fundraisers or donating christmas gifts for low income families. 

Through my training in Interior Design (minor in college) we took on a project - The Autism Castle Project. Through this opportunity we were able to not only develop our skills in design but see human compassion with our clients. This project gave me the ability to see the importance of safe spaces for everyone, especially in their homes. The clients we designed for were brothers on two different sides of the Autism spectrum. We sat with these people as humans and listened to their desires and needs. At the end of the project, I felt very humbled and grateful to be apart of something so special. 

Timeline

Domestic Abuse Advocate

Margo Dempsey
03.2022 - 12.2022

Farm Hand

Kari Jungclaus
07.2019 - 08.2021

Day Care Colleague

Christi Deming
03.2019 - 06.2020

Physical Therapy Assistant

Blacks Hills Orthopedic & Spine
11.2017 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

South Dakota State University

High School Diploma -

Rapid City High School
Alison Miller