Latanya Cork
Clinton,Ms.
Summary
Experienced with therapeutic interventions, guiding clients through emotional and psychological challenges. Utilizes cognitive-behavioral techniques to promote mental wellness. Knowledge of crisis management, ensuring effective and timely support.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Mississippi Behavioral Health Services
07.2019 - 01.2024
- Responsible for providing crisis intervention services to clients
- Conducted strength-based, solution-focused supportive therapeutic services to clients
- Responsible for providing documentation for clients’ progress, billing, and completing psychosocial assessments
- Provided individual therapy and family therapy to clients
- Participated in collaborative meetings with staff and other agencies
Assistant Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for assistance with planning and setting up a preschool classroom through developmentally appropriate room arrangement that includes learning centers
- Proficient in assisting with planning and implementing a preschool curriculum based upon appropriate social studies, math, science, art, music, movement, language/literacy, health, and nutrition activities
- Proficient in assisting with the practice of universal health precautions and sanitation procedures for childcare centers
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
Social Work Intern
Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Conducted psychosocial assessments with clients and their families
- Filed clients’ forms
- Responsible for making clients’ doctor’s appointments and dental appointments
- Responsible for providing clients with transportation to various appointments
Internship
St. Dominic Behavioral Health
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Conducted psychosocial assessments with the residents and their families
- Participated in treatment team meetings
- Participated in discharge planning
- Participated in admissions
- Conducted group therapy sessions
- Gained valuable experience working during internship, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Head Start Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Responsible for planning and setting up a preschool classroom through developmentally appropriate room arrangement that includes learning centers
- Proficient in planning and implementing a preschool curriculum based upon appropriate social studies, math, science, art, music, movement, language/literacy, health, and nutrition activities
- Proficient in the practice of universal health precautions and sanitation procedures for childcare centers
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Library Assistant
Hinds Community College
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Responsible for putting books in order by their call numbers on the bookshelves
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces within the library premises.
Education
Master's Degree - social work
Jackson State University
Jackson, Ms.04.2017
Bachelor’s degree - social work
Jackson State University
Jackson, Ms.12.2015
Associate degree - Child development technology
HCC Jackson Campus
Jackson, Ms.12.2008
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Rapport establishment
- Strong Work Ethic
- Accepts Constructive Criticism
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Team Player
- Very Dependable
- Accountable
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proficient computer skills
- Effective communication skills verbally and in writing
- Grief counseling
- Individual counseling
- Depression treatment
Accomplishments
I graduated with a 3.92 as an undergraduate and with a 4.0 as a graduate. I became a licensed Master Social Worker in October of 2024.
Personal Information
Title: A Licensed Master Social Worker, BLS Certification
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker
- Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Mississippi Behavioral Health Services
07.2019 - 01.2024
Assistant Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
01.2018 - 01.2019
Social Work Intern
Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 04.2017
Internship
St. Dominic Behavioral Health
06.2016 - 07.2016
Head Start Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
09.2010 - 12.2012
Library Assistant
Hinds Community College
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Licensed Master Social Worker
- Basic Life Support Certification
Master's Degree - social work
Jackson State University
Bachelor’s degree - social work
Jackson State University
Associate degree - Child development technology
HCC Jackson Campus
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