Kimberly Nesbitt
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed. Extensive case management skills. Excellent coordination of care and services.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Domestic Violence Specialist
Safe Alliance
06.2015 - Current
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings aimed at addressing complex cases involving multiple service providers.
- Promoted a trauma-informed approach to service provision, ensuring that clients'' emotional and psychological needs were met throughout the process.
- Managed confidential client records, maintaining accuracy and privacy in accordance with legal requirements.
- Assisted clients in developing long-term goals related to housing stability, employment opportunities, childcare arrangements.
- Manage Hotline crisis calls
- Facilitated mediations between guests.
- Assisted in developing social groups with guests and their family members.
- Train new staff
School Counselor
Charlotte Mecklenburg School
10.2014 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Intensive case management experience.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
MST Program Manager/MST Therapist
Alexander Youth Network
06.2004 - 10.2014
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Worked with adolescents between the ages of 8-18 with mental health needs
- Worked with adolescents involved in the Juvenile Justice system
- Provided therapy with families following the MST model
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Maintained and facilitated weekly staffing with a team of 8 therapists
- Attended Child and Family team meetings with key stakeholders
- Attended monthly meetings with the Department of Juvenile Justice
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to assist with referrals for program needs.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
05.2002 - 06.2004
- Advocated for reasonable accommodations, supporting clients in overcoming workplace barriers.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in counseling sessions, fostering growth and positive change in clients'' lives.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Conducted labor market research to better inform clients of potential career opportunities.
- Caseload focused on substance abuse counseling
- Identifying employment that met the needs of clients
Education
Certification in School Counseling -
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC03.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
Charleston, SC03.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology And Audiology
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC12.1999
Skills
- Victim advocacy
- Mental health awareness
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Counseling techniques
- Client Confidentiality
- Individual Counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Crisis Intervention
- Case management
Certification
Licensed School Counselor
Timeline
Domestic Violence Specialist
Safe Alliance
06.2015 - Current
School Counselor
Charlotte Mecklenburg School
10.2014 - Current
MST Program Manager/MST Therapist
Alexander Youth Network
06.2004 - 10.2014
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
05.2002 - 06.2004
Certification in School Counseling -
Winthrop University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology And Audiology
South Carolina State University
Licensed School Counselor
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