Jerry Jackson MFT Intern Nov.- Dec.2024
Redford,Michigan
Summary
As a Professional and compassionate Marriage Family Therapist Intern with twenty plus years of experience providing counseling services to families and couples. I look forward to the opportunity of motivating and empowering individuals, couples, and families through development of healthy communication skills and coping strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clubhouse Generalist
Legacy Clubhouse / Genesee Health Systems
01.2019 - 01.2023
- To assist adults with mental illnesses to develop; employment skills in Culinary Services, Book keeping, Customer services , General maintenance and provide Case management.
Clubhouse Specialist
Next Step Clubhouse / Hegira Health Inc.
01.2015 - 09.2019
- Providing an structured social environment for adults with mental illnesses while creating ; Educational assistance, Job coaching , Employment services, and Case management
Youth Advocate
Don Bosco Hall Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Manage treatment and educational goals, Plan activities, De-escalate acting out behaviors by using Handle with Care techniques.
Youth Worker
Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provide client advocacy in a high security treatment facility, Initiating Treatment Plans, Physical Management
Career Counselor
Flint /Genesee &Detroit Job Corps
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Mentor and Monitor young adults in a residential settings, Teaching preparations of life skills , Support personal development by building self-esteem.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
South University
Novi, MIMaster of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
National University
La Jolla, CA12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Youth Studies
William Tyndale College
Farmington, MI05.2004
Skills
- Case Management
- Youth Advocacy
- Program coordination
- Community Integration
- Group Therapy
- Recovery planning
- Mental Health Assessment
- Behavioral Management
- Individual Counseling
- Youth Mentoring
- Parent and caregiver rapport
- Grief and Loss Counseling
Certification
- Qualified Mental Health Professional (2024)
- Clubhouse International Certification (2021)
- CPR-First Aid (2023)
- CPI-Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (2023)
- Cultural Competence Training (2022)
- Ordained Minister – Charged to Preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ - Goodwill Community Chapel (1987)
- State of Michigan Certificate of Special Tribute – Community Service (1994)
Timeline
Clubhouse Generalist
Legacy Clubhouse / Genesee Health Systems
01.2019 - 01.2023
Clubhouse Specialist
Next Step Clubhouse / Hegira Health Inc.
01.2015 - 09.2019
Youth Advocate
Don Bosco Hall Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Youth Worker
Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services
01.2010 - 01.2013
Career Counselor
Flint /Genesee &Detroit Job Corps
01.2009 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
South University
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Youth Studies
William Tyndale College