EVE CROOKS
Macon,GA
Summary
Results-driven support professional prepared for impactful roles in direct care environments. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through tailored support and effective daily management. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless team operations and consistent quality outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
River Edge Behavioral Health
Macon, GA
03.2026 - Current
- Delivered acute, direct care and rapid crisis stabilization for individuals experiencing severe behavioral escalations within an intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) crisis stabilization program.
- Implemented specialized crisis intervention methodologies and de-escalation protocols to establish absolute safety for residents, clinical staff, and visitors.
- Monitored and documented vital patient metrics, tracking changes in physical and psychological health status to ensure compliance with state regulatory mandates.
- Administered daily medications, executed medical care directives, and managed activities of daily living (ADLs) to support holistic client rehabilitation.
- (IDD Crisis Program)
- Provided individualized support to clients with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Facilitated engaging activities tailored to client interests, promoting social interaction and emotional well-being.
Founder & CEO
L621
Rome / Macon, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Mission Focus: Built and command a registered nonprofit entity established on the ethos of Luke 6:21, operating as a "spiritual physician" to restore health, life, and function to vulnerable individuals dealing with affliction, homelessness, and hardship.
- Executive Duties: Managed organizational layout, developed fiscal fundraising strategies, coordinated public relations, and fostered civic partnerships to expand local impact.
- Facilitated direct outreach efforts to enhance community support services.
- Provided essential resources such as food and hygiene kits to unhoused individuals. Supply immediate nutrition, hygiene kits, critical fellowship, and vital document procurement assistance (IDs and Birth Certificates).
- Organized supportive services and mentorship for youth seeking education and employment. Direct mentorship programs and organize crucial resource linkages for individuals pursuing GEDs, college paths, trade certifications, and sustainable community placement.
- Youth & Re-entry Services: Directed mentorship programs and organized resource linkages for individuals pursuing GEDs, college paths, trade certifications, and sustainable community placement, enhancing pathways to success.
Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Bridgeway ABA
Prattville, AL
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Conducted customized 1-on-1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy sessions for children with autism spectrum and developmental disorders, enhancing individual learning experiences.
- Applied tailored Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) crafted by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to decrease maladaptive indicators and strengthen adaptive milestones.
- Partnered alongside interdisciplinary stakeholders and guardians to foster seamless generalization of developmental skills across clinical, home, and academic sectors.
- Aggregated and analyzed highly accurate behavioral metrics daily to assess clinical progression and fine-tune therapeutic tactics.
Behavioral Health Technician
Highland Rivers Behavioral Health
Rome, GA
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Administered compassionate psychiatric care and provided emotional support in acute behavioral and recovery settings, enhancing patient comfort and engagement.
- Completed comprehensive initial intakes, identified baseline patient concerns, and managed health data in compliance with HIPAA, ensuring accurate patient records.
- Supported patients with personal care routines and clinical check-ins while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that encouraged open communication.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities, ensuring safety and comfort during therapeutic sessions.
- Implemented treatment plans under supervision, promoting positive behavioral changes among clients.
Addiction Counselor
Highland Rivers Behavioral Health
Rome, GA
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed clinical casework, establishing individualized recovery blueprints and concrete relapse prevention pathways to support client recovery.
- Moderated group therapeutic sessions and family-centered psychoeducational workshops to enhance clients' coping resources and resilience.
- Liaised with local drug court programs, educational networks, and legal authorities to ensure safe, sustainable community reintegration for clients.
Correctional Officer
Hays State Prison
Trion, GA
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Ensured facility security and adherence to operational protocols through vigilant observation and effective conflict resolution.
- Conducted safety inspections and promptly addressed volatile altercations to safeguard inmates, staff, and community safety.
- Supervised inmate behavior, ensuring adherence to facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular security inspections, identifying potential hazards and mitigating risks effectively.
- Managed transportation of inmates, coordinating with law enforcement for secure transfers to court appearances.
Resident Assistant
Auburn University at Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided peer-to-peer counseling, resolved conflicts, and delivered emergency assistance in campus housing facilities to support resident safety and well-being.
- Coordinated educational community programming focused on creating inclusive spaces, ensuring safety compliance, and promoting mental well-being.
- Facilitated resident engagement through organized programs and events promoting community building.
- Mentored peer staff in conflict resolution techniques, enhancing team dynamics and resident satisfaction.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, ensuring adherence to safety standards and maintenance protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Mobile, ALSkills
- Clinical & Direct Care: Patient Assessment, Care Plan Execution, Medication support, ADLs management, Electronic Health Records (EHR) Documentation
- Crisis Stabilization: Advanced De-escalation, Crisis intervention, High-acuity supervision, Workplace Safety Compliance
- Behavioral Health Specialties: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Counseling methodologies, Substance abuse recovery, Family Psychoeducation, Motivational Interviewing
- Program Development
- Behavioral data analysis
- First aid
- Patient advocacy
- Executive Leadership: Nonprofit Administration, Public Relations, Multi-Agency Collaboration, Strategic Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Discipleship & Mentoring
Certification
Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT), Certified Behavioral Health Technician, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified, CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
River Edge Behavioral Health
03.2026 - Current
Founder & CEO
L621
06.2025 - Current
Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Bridgeway ABA
08.2024 - 03.2025
Addiction Counselor
Highland Rivers Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
Behavioral Health Technician
Highland Rivers Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 02.2024
Correctional Officer
Hays State Prison
04.2021 - 08.2021
Resident Assistant
Auburn University at Montgomery
07.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Baker High School