Jacqueline Acy Mayeaux
1004 Alex Rouly Rd, Saint Martinville,USA
Summary
Empathetic Counseling Intern known for connecting with clients, maintaining comfort and promoting progress during sessions. Easily collects information about patients through conversations, questions and in-depth interviews. Excellent observational and analytical skills with great insight into patients' mental state.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Intern
Clinic for Counseling and Personal development
08.2022 - Current
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
Graduate Assistant
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
08.2022 - Current
- Achieved inventory objectives with strategic scheduling and organization of food drives.
- Organized, sorted and stored donations in orderly systems to minimize waste.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Maintained cleanliness of resale shop by organizing, sorting stock items, and cleaning facility.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to deliver punctual, friendly service.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Loaded and unloaded distribution trucks at destination.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Collected donations from local organizations, businesses and residents to increase supplies and meet demand.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
- Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors.
- Developed and managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
Nursery Worker
The Bayou Church
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
Gueydan High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Stuff the Bus Coordinator
United Way of Acadiana
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
Personal Nanny
Voss Family
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Kitchen Staff and Till Operator
Chick-Fil-A
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
Nanny
Blanchard Family
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Nanny
Balfantz Family
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
Assistant Teacher
Kaleidoscope Learning Center
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
Education
Master of Science - Counselor Education-Clinical Mental Health
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
05.2025
Master of Arts - Welsh and Celtic Studies
Cardiff University
09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English-Folklore Concentration
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana05.2020
Study Abroad Program - undefined
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
06.2019
French Immersion - undefined
St. Anne's University
06.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Dutchtown High School
Geismar, Louisiana05.2016
Skills
- Social skill building
- Substance abuse support
- Treatment plan development
- Clinical records maintenance
- Individualized counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Case management activities
- Client progress analysis
- Emotional development
- Treatment Planning
- Behavioral interventions
Accomplishments
- Cardiff University Scholarship, Cardiff University, Cardiff, Wales, 08/20-08/21
- TOPS Honors Award, 08/16-05/20
- University of Louisiana at Lafayette Academic Scholarship Package, 08/16-05/20
- University of Louisiana at Lafayette Housing Scholarship, 08/16-05/18
- University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Study Abroad Scholarship, 06/20
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association, 2022-Present
- Louisiana Counseling Association, 2022-Present
- Folklore Society, 2021-Present
- Louisiana Education Research Association, 2020-Present
- French Club, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 08/17-05/20
- Baptist Collegiate Ministry, 08/16-05/20
- Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Theta Phi Chapter, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 08/16-05/20
- Peer Mentor, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 08/19
- Honors College, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 08/16-08/18
- Life Program Mentor, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 08/20
Publications
- A Letter to My Enemy, Mayeaux, J., Spring 2016
- Fears, Mayeaux, J., Spring 2015, Crushed Canvas: Youth Literacy Journal
- ADHD, Mayeaux, J., Spring 2015, Crushed Canvas: Youth Literacy Journal
Presentations
- Prevention of the School to Prison Pipeline Using Integrative/Eclectic Therapy, Mayeaux, J., 2024, Louisiana Counseling Association Annual Conference, Lake Charles, Louisiana
- The Exploration of Culture Through Children's Literature, Mayeaux, J., Pellerin, P., 2020, Louisiana Educational Research Association's Annual Conference, Lafayette, Louisiana
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Counseling Intern
Clinic for Counseling and Personal development
08.2022 - Current
Graduate Assistant
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
08.2022 - Current
Nursery Worker
The Bayou Church
09.2021 - 06.2022
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
Gueydan High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Stuff the Bus Coordinator
United Way of Acadiana
08.2020 - 09.2020
Kitchen Staff and Till Operator
Chick-Fil-A
08.2018 - 02.2019
Personal Nanny
Voss Family
06.2017 - 01.2020
Nanny
Blanchard Family
08.2016 - 05.2018
Assistant Teacher
Kaleidoscope Learning Center
08.2015 - 07.2016
Nanny
Balfantz Family
06.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Arts - Welsh and Celtic Studies
Cardiff University
Bachelor of Arts - English-Folklore Concentration
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Study Abroad Program - undefined
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
French Immersion - undefined
St. Anne's University
High School Diploma - undefined
Dutchtown High School
Master of Science - Counselor Education-Clinical Mental Health
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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