Meredith Jones
St. Augustine,FL
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a proven track record in case management and client advocacy. Excelled in roles with St. Johns County and Children's Home Society of Florida, enhancing client well-being and fostering trust. Skilled in multidisciplinary team collaboration and efficient under pressure, consistently achieving positive outcomes in fast-paced environments including both institutions and the entertainment industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
St. Johns County School Baord
St. Johns County
08.2023 - Current
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Sales
St. Johns County
St. Augustine Ampitheatre
08.2014 - Current
- Coordinated with sales teams to provide pre-sales technical assistance for potential clients.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Therapist
Children's Home Society Of Florida
Saint Augustine, FL
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2003
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Efficient under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Self-awareness
Timeline
Social Worker
St. Johns County School Baord
08.2023 - Current
Therapist
Children's Home Society Of Florida
10.2022 - 07.2023
Sales
St. Johns County
08.2014 - Current
Master of Arts - Social Work
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism
University of Florida