Chiedza Kristyne Jinya
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at William Carey University, excelling in client intake and treatment planning while fostering rapport and delivering culturally competent care. Proven ability to lead teams and manage administrative tasks effectively, ensuring compliance with ethical standards. Skilled in Microsoft Office and individual/group counseling, committed to enhancing student well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Director, Office of Residence Life & Housing
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Hattiesburg, USA
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Supervise a staff of 6 resident assistants and manage a residence hall of 77 students.
- Conduct training for resident assistants.
- Maintain high visibility & availability.
- Oversee building administration and maintain accurate administrative records.
Counseling Psychology Intern
Balanced Living Counseling Services
Hattiesburg, USA
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted client intakes and developed individualized treatment plans aligned with client goals.
- Delivered individual and group counseling sessions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) under supervision.
- Maintained accurate, confidential records and documented clinical progress in accordance with ethical and HIPAA standards.
Marketing & Communication Intern
VisitHATTIESBURG
Hattiesburg, USA
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked closely with the Director of Communications.
- Maintained a weekly list of projects and provided regular supervisor updates.
- Assisted with proofreading & editing.
Office Assistant, Office of Student Assistance
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Hattiesburg, USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Organized and maintained the office area.
- Welcomed office visitors.
- Answered phone calls.
Resident Assistant, Office of Residence Life & Housing
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Hattiesburg, USA
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Served as a peer counselor and administrative representative to students in a residence hall.
- Enforced university policies and individual hall regulations.
- Provided a listening ear and a shoulder to lean on.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Hattiesburg, MS08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Outlook
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client intake and treatment planning
- Individual and group counseling
- Case documentation and confidentiality
- Rapport building
- Culturally competent care
- Documentation
- Client records management
Timeline
Counseling Psychology Intern
Balanced Living Counseling Services
11.2024 - 05.2025
Marketing & Communication Intern
VisitHATTIESBURG
03.2023 - 05.2023
Resident Director, Office of Residence Life & Housing
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
07.2022 - 07.2025
Office Assistant, Office of Student Assistance
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
08.2021 - 05.2022
Resident Assistant, Office of Residence Life & Housing
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
08.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
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