Jessica Brown
Spring Creek
Summary
Knowledgeable with strong background in leading teams and coordinating group activities. Proven history of fostering collaborative environment and improving team performance. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills. Utilizes strong organizational and interpersonal skills to achieve team goals. Knowledge of effective conflict resolution and team-building strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Supervisor III
State Of Nevada - Dept. Of Health & Human Services
08.2020 - 04.2025
- Perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center within a 60 bed staff secure facility for male youth aging from 12-18 years of age.
- maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations.
- supervise the activities of youths within assigned unit;
- directly observe work habits, social behavior, and attitude to ensure conduct meets established rules and regulations of the institution.
- provide assistance and direction to youths in the performance of assignments, acceptable behavior, proper dress and personal hygiene.
- participate as a member of a treatment team to implement a treatment plan; and document progress or problems in youths' development.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
School Social Worker
Elko County School District
01.2016 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Monitored student attendance, documented truancy and submitted referrals per requirements.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Established supportive relationships with at-risk youth through regular check-ins, goal-setting activities, and consistent followup.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Great Basin College
Elko, NV06-2017
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Time management expertise
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Experience in conflict resolution
- Health and safety procedures
- Group and individual instruction
- Issue resolution
Timeline
Group Supervisor III
State Of Nevada - Dept. Of Health & Human Services
08.2020 - 04.2025
School Social Worker
Elko County School District
01.2016 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Human Services
Great Basin College
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