Meredith Capell
Hattiesburg,MS
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Academic Advisor
University of Southern Mississippi
07.2023 - Current
- Provide one-on-one individualized advisement for each student-athlete, creating an academic plan and class schedule each term that aligns with that student’s needs and path to degree
- Continuously monitor the grades of student advisees and intervene as appropriate to refer to tutoring or other academic interventions
- Track all advisees’ progress to degree, grades, and other metrics relevant to NCAA Division I eligibility and prepare weekly advisory reports for coaches, the Director, and other stakeholders regarding at-risk students
- Work collaboratively and collegially with other academic advisors and the Associate Athletics Director for Academic Support Services as a team to support the academic success of all student-athletes
- Assist student-athletes with change of major processes, working collaboratively with other campus advisors and determining impact to eligibility and time to graduation
Academic Coach
Southwest Miss. Community College
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided guidance on study habits, time management, and organizational skills to promote long-term academic achievement.
- Increased student accountability by implementing progress tracking systems and regular check-ins.
- Coordinated with other academic coaches to share resources, ideas, and best practices for successful coaching strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and coaching.
Bookstore Assistant
Southwest Miss. Community College
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Implemented creative marketing initiatives for store promotions, resulting in increased foot traffic and sales conversions.
- Assisted customers with locating merchandise in store.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Counselor
Mississippi College Student Services
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Evaluated clients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through ongoing research, training, and participation in industry conferences and workshops.
- Maintained and updated client records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
Mental Health Therapist
Region 8 MHS Madison County
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Improved client mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Assessed new clients thoroughly to determine appropriate level of care and recommend suitable treatment options within the community if needed.
- Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
Intern
Dr. W. Criss Lott, Psychologist
06.2012 - 01.2014
- Shadowed experienced clinicians to gain in-depth knowledge of treatment, diagnosis and assessment techniques.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results, and recommended improvements.
- Administered, scored and interpreted psychological tests during office visits.
- Delivered counseling services under close supervision of psychologists.
- Assisted in psychological assessments for accurate diagnosis and development of tailored treatment plans.
Education
Master's Degree - Marriage & Family Counseling
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2013
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2010
High School Diploma -
Water Valley High School
Water Valley, MS05.2006
Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Canvas
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Records maintenance
- Multicultural competence
- Problem-solving
- Mental health first aid
- Academic advising
- Customer service and satisfaction
Timeline
Athletic Academic Advisor
University of Southern Mississippi
07.2023 - Current
Academic Coach
Southwest Miss. Community College
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bookstore Assistant
Southwest Miss. Community College
07.2021 - 05.2022
Counselor
Mississippi College Student Services
08.2015 - 05.2018
Mental Health Therapist
Region 8 MHS Madison County
01.2014 - 08.2015
Intern
Dr. W. Criss Lott, Psychologist
06.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Mississippi College
High School Diploma -
Water Valley High School
Master's Degree - Marriage & Family Counseling
Mississippi College
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