Jenise Gentry
Grand Prairie
Summary
Dedicated efforts to empower youth and families by implementing evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care, ensuring client-centered advocacy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Therapist
Connections Wellness Group
Plano, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups to support patient growth and skill development
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and progress
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care
- Assist in designing and delivering a holistic, evidence-based curriculum targeting symptom management and skill-building
- Support patients in identifying personal values and goals to promote long-term wellness and recovery
- Engage patients in therapeutic activities that foster emotional regulation, coping skills, and meaningful life connections
School Social Worker
Grand Prairie ISD
Grand Prairie, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Delivers individual and group counseling to address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
- Conducts assessments and develops intervention plans in collaboration with teachers, administration and families.
- Provides crisis intervention and links students/families to community resources.
- Advocates for equity, access, and supportive services to remove barriers to learning.
- Maintains compliance with district, state, and federal documentation standards.
- Facilitates staff trainings on trauma-informed practices and student supportive strategies.
Mental Health Clinician I
Dallas County
Dallas, TX
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Facilitated crisis intervention and skill-building workshops for high-risk youth and families to promote resilience and emotional regulation.
- Launched and led a successful Egregious Behavior Program, reducing critical incidents and improving treatment engagement in the juvenile facility.
- Designed Recovery and Discharge Plans to support smooth transitions and long-term client stability.
- Completed thorough assessments and case conceptualizations to inform targeted, evidence-based interventions.
- Partnered with Probation Officers and service providers to coordinate comprehensive, youth-focused treatment strategies.
Career and Technical Education Specialist
Bexar County
San Antonio, TX
05.2016 - 02.2025
- Developed tailored counseling services to families, enhancing support to improve overall retention experiences.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring compliance with funding requirements for various projects.
- Developed engaging lesson plans and assignments that improved youth participation in weekly group sessions.
- Assisted youth by teaching adult skills through demonstration and hands-on instruction.
- Demonstrated how to apply knowledge through hands-on activities.
- Discussed youth progress with parents and counselors.
Education
Master of Social Work - undefined
University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2024
Master of Science - Family Studies
Amberton University
Garland, TX08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR05.2013
Skills
- Case Management
- Curriculum Development
- Workforce Development
- Interviewing Skills
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Case records management
- Crisis Intervention
- De-escalation Techniques
- Life Skills Development
- Discharge Planning
- Individual Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Family Counseling
Certification
- Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW), Issued by TX, Expires: 09/2027
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) – July 2027
Timeline
Group Therapist
Connections Wellness Group
12.2025 - Current
School Social Worker
Grand Prairie ISD
08.2025 - Current
Mental Health Clinician I
Dallas County
02.2025 - 08.2025
Career and Technical Education Specialist
Bexar County
05.2016 - 02.2025
Master of Social Work - undefined
University of Texas at San Antonio
Master of Science - Family Studies
Amberton University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff