JA’KARIA JOHNSON
Pleasant Grove,USA
Summary
Experienced social services professional with strong commitment to fostering positive outcomes and enhancing community well-being. Adept at providing support, advocacy, and resources to diverse populations while maintaining high ethical standards. Demonstrates collaborative approach, adaptability to changing needs, and focus on delivering impactful results. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and effective communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education
Birmingham, AL
03.2022 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, reducing disciplinary referrals.
- Effectively managed classroom behavior and maintained a safe and orderly environment resulting in little to none disciplinary incidents during the days that I substitute.
- Recorded and maintained accurate attendance data, ensuring compliance with school regulations and policies.
- Deliver engaging lessons across the entire curriculum to grades K-12, with an average classroom count of 22.
Counselor
Behavioral Health Group
Birmingham, AL
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Provide individual and group counseling to clients in methadone maintenance treatment via in person and telehealth.
- Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress toward recovery goals.
- Educate clients on relapse prevention strategies and coping skills.
- Collaborate with medical staff, case managers, and ex
Senior Social Worker
Jefferson County Department of Human Resources
Birmingham, AL
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented tailored intervention plans that addressed family needs and improved parent-child relationships.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support services, including mental health resources and parenting education.
- Conducted family assessments and developed safety plans to address risk factors in high-stress situations.
- Facilitated family counseling sessions that improved communication and reduced conflict among family members.
Counselor
Bradford Health Services
Warrior, AL
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Work one on one with clients to navigate their specific substance abuse issues.
- Communicate with family members on progress and how they can play a role in the patient’s recovery.
- Hold group therapy sessions with patients practicing DBT, CBT, and relapse prevention therapy.
- Provide family counseling services to assist families to better comprehend their loved one’s situation.
- Help patients construct their individualized relapse prevention plan.
Social Worker Intern
Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Lead mental health in the workplace and caregiver support seminars.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for clients.
- Performed intakes, outreach, case management for caregiver support program.
- Exceeded the enrollment for caregiver support for the fiscal year.
- Helped provide counsel and recourse for families in need of services through the VA.
Social Worker Intern
Rebirth Community Corporation
Birmingham, AL
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted intakes and wellness forms with individuals in the community.
- Provided the community with information regarding the available resources.
- Assisted with community outreach through various events and weekly meetings.
- Created marketing material for community events and speakers.
Front Office Associate
Seale Harris Clinic
Birmingham, AL
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Greet and check in patients, and collect personal, medical, and insurance information
- Schedule, reschedule, and verify patient appointments; schedule appointments with secondary care providers
- Coordinate physician schedules and maintain patient flow by communicating patient arrivals or delays.
- Collected patient copayments and recorded payment transactions; communicated outstanding balances to insurance companies and patients.
Education
Master of Social Work Degree -
Alabama A&M University
AL05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Human Services
University of South Alabama
AL07.2021
Skills
- Adaptable
- Experienced in all Microsoft Office applications
- Proficient EMR, All Script, and EHR
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Relationship building and management
- Effective Planning
- Social services
- Case Management
- Attention to Detail
- Group and individual instruction
Accomplishments
- National Association of Social Work
- Phi Alpha Honor Society for Social Work
Certification
- Telehealth Certified - 2023
- Adult Abuse Mandated Reporters Training - 2024
- Mental Health First Aid USA - 2023
- Child Abuse Mandated Reporters Training - 2024
- Substitute License - 2022
- Child Welfare Training - 2024
Timeline
Counselor
Behavioral Health Group
08.2025 - 02.2026
Senior Social Worker
Jefferson County Department of Human Resources
11.2024 - 06.2025
Counselor
Bradford Health Services
08.2024 - 11.2024
Social Worker Intern
Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
Social Worker Intern
Rebirth Community Corporation
01.2023 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education
03.2022 - Current
Front Office Associate
Seale Harris Clinic
01.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Human Services
University of South Alabama
Master of Social Work Degree -
Alabama A&M University