Mental health advocacy
Autumn Jewell
IA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychology Intern highly skilled in supporting diverse populations through individual and crisis intervention. Seeking an internship opportunity to further develop clinical skills and contribute to a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality mental health care. Committed to continuous learning, upholding ethical standards, and making a positive impact in the field of psychology.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Optimae Life Services
- Worked independently in housing sites in order to offer support to individuals afflicted with mental and physical disorders
- Was in charge of administering medications to customers
Intern
Optimae Life Services
- Worked alongside multiple different staff members across five different housing sites
- Sat in on company-wide meetings to understand the structure of the company
- Sat in on weekly meetings with Team Leads and above to learn different aspects and duties of other staff members
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand View University
Des Moines, Iowa08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences in Psychology & Human Development and Family Studies
Iowa State University
01.2023
Skills
- Client Support
- Behavior redirection
- Psychological First Aid
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Computer Efficiency
- Independent Working
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Clubs
- The Student Senior Connection, 2020-2021: Sent letters to older members of the population to help combat loneliness during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Cultural Ambassador, 2019-2020: Met with a small group of students from other countries in order to understand their customs and experience different cultural aspects of the world
- The Kindness Club, 2018-2019: Created and led a student group focused on creating a safe place for individuals in the school system who suffered from mental illnesses and disorders, as well as educating parents and faculty about mental disorders.
Hobbies and Interests
- Mental Health Advocacy
- Learning
- Cooking
- Traveling
Certification
- Psychological First Aid NCTSN August 2024
Interests
Learning
Cooking
Traveling
Promoting mental health awareness and resilience in underserved populations
Fostering safe and affirming therapeutic spaces for individuals of all backgrounds
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Optimae Life Services
Intern
Optimae Life Services
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand View University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences in Psychology & Human Development and Family Studies
Iowa State University
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