Keirra Scott
Swainsboro,GA
Summary
A psychology undergraduate passionate about helping people and communities with the help of my experiences as a Prevention Educator and as a volunteer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness and my local church. I am eager to contribute developed knowledge and expand my skill set. Am skilled in critical thinking, listening, empathy and communication. Am adaptable and driven with a strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Educator
Leigh-Anne White & Company
Vidalia, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted intake assessments and interviews with clients to determine their needs.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with other professionals on the team.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress notes and treatment plans.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed and provided referrals to appropriate resources.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure proper communication between all parties involved in a client's care plan.
- Participated in weekly case conferences to discuss strategies for helping clients achieve goals and objectives.
- Advised individuals regarding mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder.
- Observed licensed clinicians providing therapy services to gain insight into best practices for working with clients.
- Encouraged positive behavior changes through motivational interviewing techniques.
Volunteer
True Worshippers Ministries
Metter, GA
08.2012 - Current
- Worked with a diverse group of church members to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services
- Helped with executing and planning events that served the community and those less fortunate
- Developed new church member relationships through community event attendance and involvement
- Worked closely with the more vulnerable members of the community to provide resources and assist with housing.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
Volunteer
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Statesboro, GA
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Managed social media accounts by composing content, engaging with followers in comments, monitoring activities and researching trends
- Helped with research for implementing new treatments and improving policies.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Managed social media accounts associated with the organization's mission statement.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and talent to advance needs or further missions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia Southern University
05.2022
Associate of Arts - Biology
East Georgia State College
05.2019
Substance Abuse Counseling
Addictions Training Institute
Skills
- Communication
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Team management
- Working collaboratively
- Individual sessions
- Patient Intake
- Behavioral Interventions
- Treatment Plan Development
- Counseling techniques
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychology
- Therapy and counseling
- Crisis Response
- Conflict Resolution
- Professionalism
- Coping Methods
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Individual Counseling
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Prevention Educator
Leigh-Anne White & Company
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer
National Alliance on Mental Illness
02.2022 - 05.2022
Volunteer
True Worshippers Ministries
08.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Associate of Arts - Biology
East Georgia State College
Substance Abuse Counseling
Addictions Training Institute
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