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Michael Brinson

Veteran Services Coordinator
Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Dedicated Veteran Services Coordinator with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and over 20 years of Navy service. Extensive experience in mental health, resiliency training, and advocacy, specializing in veteran support and suicide prevention. Proven ability to develop and deliver training programs, conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, and provide crisis intervention. Recognized for outstanding leadership and community service, with a deep commitment to enhancing the well-being of veterans and their families.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Social Work Intern

Next Chapter Program, UCHealth/Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducted mental health assessments and provided education on suicide prevention.
  • Participated in crisis interventions and evaluations in the Emergency Department.
  • Implemented evidence-based prevention strategies and conducted biopsychosocial assessments with veterans.

Social Work Intern

Homeward Pikes Peak
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Led group counseling sessions and managed Emergency Housing Voucher caseloads.
  • Facilitated community resource access and delivered prevention education in weekly meetings.
  • Conducted housing surveys and engaged with the unhoused in the community.

Training Analyst

Frontier Technology Inc.
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Supported the Navy's Ready, Relevant Learning (RRL) program by analyzing aviation training paths to identify gaps and optimize training delivery.
  • Utilized Microsoft Office for data analysis, reporting, and presentations to communicate findings and support decision-making.
  • Collaborated with management to align training objectives and processes with organizational goals.

Maintenance and Material Management Supervisor

USS Nimitz (CVN-68), U.S. Navy
03.2020 - 10.2021
  • Managed 1,155 preventive maintenance actions on 340 shipboard equipment items, ensuring operational readiness.
  • Provided emotional support and boosted morale during COVID-19 deployment, maintaining high crew performance.
  • Achieved 100% divisional qualification and maintained high compliance in Command inspections.

Air Traffic Control Training Instructor/Career Counselor

FACSFAC San Diego, U.S. Navy
12.2017 - 03.2020
  • Delivered over 200 training hours, resulting in 20 air traffic control qualifications and 56,989 mishap-free flight operations.
  • Conducted 60 Career Development Boards and assisted in 16 re-enlistments, achieving a 100% retention rate.
  • Mentored and developed air traffic controllers, enhancing their operational readiness and career progression.

Master Training Specialist & ATC Instructor

Naval Air Technical Training Center, U.S. Navy
08.2014 - 11.2017
  • Led 30 instructors and trained over 1,000 students in air traffic control fundamentals, achieving a 96% pass rate.
  • Managed curriculum revisions and provided financial counseling to students, earning the Master Training Specialist designation.
  • Conducted needs assessments and developed educational programs to address training gaps and enhance student performance.

Facility Watch Supervisor

Naval Air Station JRB New Orleans, U.S. Navy
08.2010 - 07.2014
  • Oversaw air traffic control operations and maintained situational awareness, coordinating inter-service collaboration.

Control Tower Operator

Naval Air Facility El Centro, U.S. Navy
07.2006 - 07.2010
  • Supervised seven Air Traffic Controllers and managed 67,000 flight operations, ensuring operational safety and efficiency.

Air Operations Supervisor

USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), U.S. Navy
06.2003 - 07.2006

Managed the Air Operations watch team during Operation Iraqi Freedom, achieving 19,687 mishap-free sorties.

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) -

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC)
Chandler, AZ
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Public Speaking and Presentation
  • Training Development and Delivery
  • Crisis Intervention and Mental Health Assessment
  • Program Evaluation and Needs Assessment
  • Coordination and Collaboration
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Certification

Clinical Social Work Candidate Temporary Permit

Timeline

Clinical Social Work Candidate Temporary Permit

06-2024

Clinical Social Work Intern

Next Chapter Program, UCHealth/Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - 05.2024

Social Work Intern

Homeward Pikes Peak
08.2022 - 05.2023

Training Analyst

Frontier Technology Inc.
12.2021 - 06.2022

Maintenance and Material Management Supervisor

USS Nimitz (CVN-68), U.S. Navy
03.2020 - 10.2021

Air Traffic Control Training Instructor/Career Counselor

FACSFAC San Diego, U.S. Navy
12.2017 - 03.2020

Master Training Specialist & ATC Instructor

Naval Air Technical Training Center, U.S. Navy
08.2014 - 11.2017

Facility Watch Supervisor

Naval Air Station JRB New Orleans, U.S. Navy
08.2010 - 07.2014

Control Tower Operator

Naval Air Facility El Centro, U.S. Navy
07.2006 - 07.2010

Air Operations Supervisor

USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), U.S. Navy
06.2003 - 07.2006

Master of Social Work (MSW) -

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC)
05.2001 -
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