JENNIFER R. MALIK
Madison
Summary
Experienced leader with 20+ years in military service and 3 years dedicated to family readiness and quality-of-life initiatives. Recognized for establishing strong relationships and delivering impactful advocacy and support. Expertise in integrating program goals with mission readiness and collaborating with leadership to promote resilience. Demonstrated success in enhancing communication, retention, and community involvement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
Joint Task Force Guantanamo Bay
Guantanamo Bay
11.2024 - Current
- Executed implementation of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program for over 200 personnel at Guantanamo Bay.
- Conducted outreach activities to raise awareness about sexual assault issues in the community.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure victims receive appropriate support services.
- Delivered 24/7 confidential advocacy and case management services, offering trauma-informed support.
- Conducted over 25 group training sessions and 40 individual briefings to enhance awareness.
- Organized eight major prevention campaigns and installation-wide events during Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM).
- Collaborated with legal, behavioral health, and command leadership to meet compliance standards.
- Developed standard operating procedures and response protocols, reducing response time by 15%.
- Utilized feedback to improve survivor satisfaction metrics through enhanced service delivery.
- Facilitated culturally competent care for survivors, ensuring a supportive environment.
- Developed relationships with local service providers to coordinate referrals for survivors of sexual assault.
- Developed, coordinated, and implemented prevention education programs for the community.
- Provided crisis intervention and advocacy services to survivors of sexual assault.
- Maintained case records for clients in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
- Provided educational and outreach programs, prevention talks and other presentations to social service agencies, businesses and general public audiences.
Commander Family Readiness Representative
142d Military Police Brigade
Decatur
02.2023 - Current
- Developed system for tracking family deployment information to enhance communication.
- Led family communication efforts, processed over 30 referrals, and trained SFRG volunteers to boost morale.
- Provided support services including financial assistance, mental health referrals, and relocation aid.
- Established partnerships with external agencies to enhance resource availability for families.
- Created newsletters highlighting events and activities for military communities.
- Coordinated communication between unit commanders and family members to ensure clarity.
- Facilitated discussion groups focusing on stress management techniques for spouses of deployed service members.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives to educate civilians on military lifestyle issues.
Senior Human Resources NCO
142d Military Police Brigade
Decatur
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised a team of seven HR professionals supporting over 1,000 Soldiers across brigade.
- Delivered command-wide SAPR training through more than 20 briefings, boosting prevention efforts.
- Conducted quarterly Personnel Asset Inventories, achieving 100% compliance with Army policies.
- Developed job aids and SOPs aligned with IPPS-A and IPERMS, reducing administrative errors by 30%.
- Organized staff events including team building exercises and holiday parties to enhance morale.
- Collaborated with supervisors to ensure military members met promotion performance standards.
- Performed administrative duties including updating personnel files and preparing reports.
- Led diversity initiatives, fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity.
- Monitored and reported on operational performance metrics.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
Mental Health Practicum / Intern
Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama
Athens
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted weekly group therapy sessions, utilizing evidence-based modalities such as CBT and solution-focused therapy.
- Adhered to ethical standards established by professional organizations governing the practice of counseling.
- Participated in weekly supervision with a licensed therapist to review case notes and discuss best practices for working with clients.
- Provided psychoeducation services by educating families about mental health conditions, treatment options, coping skills.
- Attended clinical staff meetings to discuss cases and develop collaborative treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as anger management, stress reduction, and self-esteem building.
- Created educational materials related to various mental health issues.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Referred patients or clients to community resources or specialists.
- Attended professional development workshops and conferences related to mental health advocacy practices.
- Researched and referred clients to appropriate community resources for additional assistance.
- Initiated follow-up contact with clients after discharge from treatment programs or hospitalizations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Established strong relationships built upon trust, respect, empathy, and compassion when working with clients.
Senior Movement Transportation Coordinator
440th Theater Movement Control Element
06.2014 - 02.2023
- Oversaw strategic deployment and redeployment planning for joint operations with hundreds of service members and over 200 equipment assets.
- Certified hazardous materials for overseas transport to Belize and Guyana, ensuring compliance with DoD shipping standards.
- Coordinated three multinational exercises, improving unit readiness by 25% and enhancing international interoperability.
- Created transportation plans that optimized cost savings while meeting customer expectations on time delivery.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for multiple shipments across various carriers and modes of transport.
- Developed lesson plans, conducted evaluations, and provided feedback to improve training effectiveness.
- Prepared documentation such as bills of lading, invoices, customs declarations, insurance certificates.
- Served as Family Readiness Group President, organizing annual fundraisers and community support events for over 150 military families.
- Conducted periodic training sessions on topics related to military family life.
- Maintained a database of contacts for all family members associated with the unit.
- Collaborated with other organizations that provide services or support to military families.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify areas of improvement and develop appropriate solutions.
- Coordinated training schedules and facilitated classroom instruction for Soldiers and NCOs.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all courses of instruction and supervised practical exercises.
Executive Administrative Assistant / Human Resources NCO
167th Theater Sustainment Command
Anniston
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Managed high-level calendars and correspondence for senior command, including scheduling for a two-star general.
- Achieved 98% on-time completion rate in processing and tracking awards, evaluations, and promotions.
- Delivered over 10 workshops as Master Resilience Trainer to enhance mental fitness and team cohesion.
- Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Managed employee relations issues such as grievances, performance management, disciplinary action, and terminations.
- Organized team-building activities for staff members in order to foster morale among employees.
- Facilitated communication between employees at different levels within the organization.
- Participated in career fairs or other events aimed at promoting job opportunities at the company.
- Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
- Advised management on organizing, preparing or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL12.2025
Master of Science - Counseling & Psychology
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy University
Troy, AL01.2007
Skills
- Crisis intervention and strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Group therapy facilitation
- Community outreach and resource coordination
- Family advocacy services
- Effective communication skills
- Case management
- Sexual assault education and victim advocacy
- Self-care strategies and family dynamics
- Program development and conflict resolution
- Administrative oversight with discretion and confidentiality
- Project management and event planning
- Customer service excellence
- Multitasking and organization skills
- Ethical standards compliance
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Problem-solving capabilities
Military Service
- U.S. Army National Guard, 1997 – Present
- Veterans Preference: 10-point; DSAACP Certified
- Eligibility: U.S. Citizen, Veteran
Program Development & Leadership
Over 10 years of success in designing and executing comprehensive readiness initiatives tailored to meet the evolving needs of service members and their families. Routinely conduct command-level needs assessments to identify service gaps, resulting in improved access to over 15 essential services including EFMP, TRICARE, and deployment support. Lead development of customized training curricula for volunteer groups and internal teams, consistently improving engagement and satisfaction ratings. Excel at building cross-sector coalitions, mentoring junior professionals, and promoting a culture of empathy, accountability, and readiness.
Certification
- DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (DSAACP) Certification
- Master Resiliency Facilitation Certificate
- Casualty Notification Officer Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
Joint Task Force Guantanamo Bay
11.2024 - Current
Commander Family Readiness Representative
142d Military Police Brigade
02.2023 - Current
Senior Human Resources NCO
142d Military Police Brigade
02.2023 - Current
Mental Health Practicum / Intern
Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama
01.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Movement Transportation Coordinator
440th Theater Movement Control Element
06.2014 - 02.2023
Executive Administrative Assistant / Human Resources NCO
167th Theater Sustainment Command
01.2011 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
University of West Alabama
Master of Science - Counseling & Psychology
University of West Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy University
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