Allison J. Hightower
Albany,Georgia
Summary
To secure an entry-level position with an organization that will allow me to use my professional organizational skills, educational and human service backgrounds to help people. Summary of Qualifications& Skills Human Services Professional with over 10 years of experience working with young learners and adult learners of diverse backgrounds Establish good working relationships with students, clients, and co-workers Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and work under extreme pressure, heavy workload, and deadlines Work well as a member of a team Operate current and appropriate technology and software programs (i.e. Microsoft, Share Note) Compassionate Case Manager experienced in [Type] environments. Hardworking and dedicated to achieving desired case outcomes. Offers excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution and communication abilities.Hu
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Thomas& Son Family Resource Center
Pelham, Georgia
06.2017 - Current
- Communicate effectively with Clients, Social Workers, and Supervisor
- Conduct Mental Health Therapy and Skills Training in Communication, Domestic Violence, Substance Abuse, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Play Therapy, etc
- To adults and children weekly
- Maintain and report weekly documentation of client progress
- Complete Kinship Evaluations as assigned.
Family Functional Therapist
Southwest Key Programs
Dawson, Georgia
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted Juvenile delinquents and their families by actively referring them to appropriate services and supports
- Actively participated as part of the Therapy team
- Carried a Caseload of families as assigned
- Identified and engaged key participants in Family Functional Therapy.
Assessor/Therapist
Pathway to Hope Counseling Services
Albany, Georgia
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Assisted in the development and implementation of Individual Recovery Resiliency Plans
- Conducted assessments of client’s needs
- Maintained and report weekly documentation using Share Note
- Provided Family and Individual Counseling to individuals with various mental health diagnoses.
ICWP Case Manager
Albany Advocacy Resource Center
Albany, Georgia
02.2014 - 10.2015
- Aided in obtaining medical supplies
- Assisted with goal setting
- Maintained and reported monthly documentation
- Provided holistic and comprehensive case management services to all clients.
Assessor/Therapist
SBZ Services Unlimited Counseling & Assessments
Albany, Georgia
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Assisted in the development and implementation of Individual Recovery Resiliency Plans
- Conducted assessments of client needs
- Maintained and reported weekly documentation using Share Note
- Provided counseling to clients
- Provided Family and Individual Counseling to individuals with various mental health diagnoses.
Membership Clerk/Program Specialist
Girls Incorporated of Albany
Albany, Georgia
04.2000 - 10.2012
- Assisted students with homework
- Implemented quality instructional activities
- Prepared reading and writing lesson plans
- Supervised learning and play activities of girls enrolled in the program
- Maintained an organized work area
- Produced reports for oncoming staff.
Personal Care Assistant
JR’s Loving Care
Albany, Georgia
10.2008 - 04.2011
- Assisted clients with personal care
- Maintained quality-working relationships with all clients
- Monitored clients during administration of medications
- Monitored operations of residential program to ensure a safe physical and social environment.
Parent Aide
S&T Assessment and Counseling
Albany, Georgia
10.2008 - 11.2009
- Assisted clients with daily living skills based on the current levels of functioning
- Maintained and reported daily documentation of client’s behavior, ISP goals, and activities
- Provided parent education to families
- Provided social services information.
Paraprofessional
Dougherty County School System
Albany, Georgia
11.2004 - 09.2007
- Assisted teachers and administrators with development and implementation of lndividual Education Plans
- Coordinated services for students in Exceptional Students Program
- Monitored services for students in Exceptional Students Program
- Provided instructional assistance to program students.
Alzheimer Caregivers Time, ACTO, Alzheimer Caregiver
Albany, Georgia
06.1998 - 07.1998
Education
Masters of Science - Social and Community Services
Capella University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Speech and Theater
Albany State University
Skills
Documentation proficiency
undefinedTimeline
Case Manager
Thomas& Son Family Resource Center
06.2017 - Current
Family Functional Therapist
Southwest Key Programs
01.2017 - 08.2017
Assessor/Therapist
Pathway to Hope Counseling Services
10.2014 - 11.2016
ICWP Case Manager
Albany Advocacy Resource Center
02.2014 - 10.2015
Assessor/Therapist
SBZ Services Unlimited Counseling & Assessments
04.2012 - 02.2013
Personal Care Assistant
JR’s Loving Care
10.2008 - 04.2011
Parent Aide
S&T Assessment and Counseling
10.2008 - 11.2009
Paraprofessional
Dougherty County School System
11.2004 - 09.2007
Membership Clerk/Program Specialist
Girls Incorporated of Albany
04.2000 - 10.2012
Alzheimer Caregivers Time, ACTO, Alzheimer Caregiver
06.1998 - 07.1998
Masters of Science - Social and Community Services
Capella University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Speech and Theater
Albany State University
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