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Jillian Johnson

New Haven

Summary

Emerging Human Resources professional with a solid foundation in recruiting, onboarding, compliance support, and employee relations, backed by graduate-level training in business administration and social work. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive information in fast-paced, people-focused environments. Brings experience across higher education, healthcare, education, and client-facing operations, with a growing emphasis on HR systems, workforce support, and organizational effectiveness.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Intern

Albertus Magnus College
New Haven, CT
10.2025 - Current
  • Support day-to-day HR operations within a higher education environment, contributing to recruitment, onboarding, and administrative process improvement.

Key Contributions:

  • Support recruiting efforts by reviewing resumes, organizing applicant materials, and tracking candidates within Paycom.
  • Conducted reference checks and documented findings to support informed hiring decisions. - Maintain accurate and confidential employee files, strengthening data organization and HR operational efficiency.
  • Assist with general HR office operations, ensuring timely completion of administrative tasks.
  • Represented the HR department at a higher education HR conference, engaging with industry professionals and gaining exposure to current trends and best practices.

Building Substitute Teacher

Montowese Elementary School
North Haven, CT
01.2025 - Current
  • Maintain instructional continuity and classroom stability across grade levels.

Key Contributions:

  • Implemented teacher lesson plans while adapting instruction to meet classroom needs.
  • Maintain effective classroom management and student engagement throughout the school day.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports student success and well-being.
  • Respond calmly and effectively to classroom challenges, prioritizing student safety.

Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant

Albertus Magnus College
New Haven, CT
10.2024 - Current
  • Provide operational, analytical, and mentorship support within a collegiate athletics program.

Key Contributions:

  • Analyze game film to identify performance trends and improvement opportunities for individual athletes and the team.
  • Assisted with offseason strength, conditioning, and skill development programs.
  • Mentor student-athletes by promoting academic accountability and supervising structured study halls.
  • Coordinate team logistics, including meal orders and operational support, to ensure smooth program execution.

Receptionist

Indulge Day Spa
01.2019 - 01.2025
  • Supported daily business operations in a high-volume customer service environment.

Key Contributions:

  • Managed front-desk operations, customer check-ins, appointment scheduling, and staff calendars.
  • Handled phone communications, mail, deliveries, and client inquiries regarding services and products.
  • Support administrative tasks including inventory restocking, ordering, filing, and documentation.
  • Delivered consistent, professional customer service while managing competing priorities.

Intake Social Worker

The Jewish Board
Brooklyn, NY
05.2022 - 05.2024
  • Delivered intake and assessment services in a high-volume behavioral health setting.

Key Achievements:

  • Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments for children, adolescents, adults, and families to determine appropriate levels of care.
  • Administered standardized screenings (CSSRS, GAD, PHQ-9, PC-PTSD, MSSI, RODS) to support clinical decision-making.
  • Facilitated high-risk intakes involving suicidal ideation and developed individualized safety plans.
  • Produced timely, accurate documentation that improved workflow efficiency and compliance. - Built rapport with clients and families through empathetic communication and professional judgment.

Clinician, Multi-Systemic Therapy (Intimate Partner Violence)

Wheeler Clinic
New Britain, CT
05.2021 - 04.2022
  • Provided in-home clinical services to families impacted by domestic violence and mental health challenges.

Key Achievements:

  • Delivered evidence-based interventions (MI, CBT, RBT) to support family stabilization and safety.
  • Collaborated with DCF and community partners to develop coordinated care plans.
  • Provided 24-hour crisis and emergency intervention coverage on a rotating basis.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Albertus Magnus College
New Haven
01.2026

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Albertus Magnus College
New Haven
05-2019

Skills

  • Recruiting & Onboarding Support
  • HRIS & Applicant Tracking Systems (Paycom)
  • Employee File Management & Compliance Support
  • Interview & Reference Coordination
  • Confidential Documentation & Reporting
  • Employee Engagement & Communication
  • Training & Development Support
  • Client & Stakeholder Relations
  • Leadership qualities

Certification

  • School Social Work Certification (071)
  • CPR Certification – American Heart Association

Timeline

Human Resources Intern

Albertus Magnus College
10.2025 - Current

Building Substitute Teacher

Montowese Elementary School
01.2025 - Current

Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant

Albertus Magnus College
10.2024 - Current

Intake Social Worker

The Jewish Board
05.2022 - 05.2024

Clinician, Multi-Systemic Therapy (Intimate Partner Violence)

Wheeler Clinic
05.2021 - 04.2022

Receptionist

Indulge Day Spa
01.2019 - 01.2025

MBA - Business Administration

Albertus Magnus College

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Saint Joseph

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Albertus Magnus College