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JORDYN FINLAYSON

Valdosta,GA

Summary

Bringing strong empathetic and communicative traits, coupled with a positive, upbeat attitude. Understanding of counseling principles and techniques, with skills in active listening and conflict resolution. Committed to fostering personal and academic growth for students.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Counseling Intern

Lowndes County School District
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided students with social, emotional, and academic support through individual counseling, classroom lessons, and group counseling.
  • Improved students' academic success through targeted interventions and tailored support plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention services for students in distress.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
  • Supported prevention through Sources of Strength events.

Graduate Assistant

VSU School Counseling Program
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments.
  • Assisted professors in the development of course materials for improved student engagement and understanding.

Graduate Assistant

VSU Counseling Center
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Implemented successful social media campaigns that increased student engagement
  • Advocated for mental health awareness.
  • Participated in outreach events for center information.
  • Utilize PyraMED system for scheduling, including initial triage assessments, intakes, personal counseling sessions, consultations, telehealth appointments, and crisis appointments.

Client Relations Manager

South Georgia Trust + Estate
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Facilitated communication between the firm, clients, and community.
  • Provided guidance and assistance as clients proceeded through their estate planning.

Education

Master of Education - Counselor Education

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Shorter University
Rome
05-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Teams
  • Marketing
  • Canva
  • Individual counseling
  • Academic support
  • Career exploration
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Classroom guidance

Certification

Mindset Training: Certified in De-escalation

Timeline

Graduate Assistant

VSU School Counseling Program
08.2024 - 12.2024

School Counseling Intern

Lowndes County School District
01.2024 - Current

Graduate Assistant

VSU Counseling Center
08.2023 - 07.2024

Client Relations Manager

South Georgia Trust + Estate
05.2022 - 08.2023

Master of Education - Counselor Education

Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Shorter University

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