Jenai Hackett
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Dedicated professional counselor with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Counselor
Davis Academy
07.2021 - Current
- Provides direct, short-term counseling services to address issues that might be interfering with the student’s learning or social development
- Implements a comprehensive school counseling curriculum addressing the needs of all students in the domains of academic, social/emotional and career development
- Coordinates with school staff to provide supportive instructional classroom activities that will support the values and mission of the school
- Designs & facilitates learning experiences for parents that nurture the home/school partnership
- Participates in the Student Support Team process, which provides specialized interventions and accommodations based on identified student needs
- Helps students develop organizational, time management and study skills
- Reviews transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
School Counselor
BIA Charter School
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Revitalized the school’s counseling program by providing direct advisement and support to > 540 K-8 students – leading initiatives to address bullying, suicide, depression, and academic achievement
- Achieved a significant decrease (25%) in disciplinary referrals upon implementing a counseling intervention initiative to allow students to talk to me first
- Successfully assess the behaviors, issues, and concerns, and provide situational solutions to resolve the issues
- Conducted classroom observations, facilitate short counseling sessions for individuals and groups, develop long-term student development and progress plans, and make expert recommendations for external counseling, as needed
- Consult with teachers to schedule and present counseling curriculum lessons
- Leveraged data to identify and understand the developmental needed of students across all grade levels
- Developed and executed a high school transition guide with the registrar to aid students’ 4-year plans
- Fostered an environment of respect, support, and academic success through hands-on counseling and administration
- Assisted with classroom and front desk coverage, contributing to positive school culture
- Interpret and analyze student grades, records, and achievements
- Administer State testing and adhere to State and federal confidentiality
School Counselor Intern
Wesley International Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Conducted psychoeducational assessments to identify areas of academic and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and recommend modifications to improve learning and behavior.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Academic Success Coordinator
Georgia State University
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Represented the "Office of Student Success" during student success workshops. Served as an informational resource to students and community members: answered questions, assisted/resolved student’s problems, directed concerns to appropriate person
- Facilitated correspondence via phone and email. Entered and maintained accurate records of student visits in an online system and Microsoft Excel.
- Assisted with the development and facilitation of events sponsored by the Office of Student Success.
- Assisted in creating outreach campaigns to coach identified student list. Follow up with students to ensure a minimum of 3 visits per semester.
- Promoted program courses, activities and accomplishments, both internally and externally, to boost recruitment and retain diverse student body.
Payroll Analyst
ExpressJet Airlines
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Developed and implemented new payroll policies and procedures according to changing laws and regulations.
Crew Scheduler
ExpressJet Airlines
07.2012 - 08.2014
- Used Sabre to ensure flights were properly staffed and operating in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation regulation, collective bargaining agreements, and company policies
- Managed/adjusted pilots and flight attendants’ schedules on-demand due to weather, plane maintenance, and general delays; maintained communication with Operations Control Center
- Provided accurate and detailed documentation of potential airline issue utilizing crew tracking software
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2019
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2010
Skills
- Individual & Group Counseling
- Intake Assessments
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict Management
- Cultural Competency
- Treatment Planning
Affiliations
- Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia
- Georgia School Counseling Association
- American School Counseling Association
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Timeline
Middle School Counselor
Davis Academy
07.2021 - Current
School Counselor
BIA Charter School
01.2019 - 07.2021
School Counselor Intern
Wesley International Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
Academic Success Coordinator
Georgia State University
06.2017 - 12.2018
Payroll Analyst
ExpressJet Airlines
08.2014 - 06.2017
Crew Scheduler
ExpressJet Airlines
07.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Education - School Counseling
Georgia State University
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Georgia State University
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