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Michelle Tipton

Michelle Tipton

Thorn Hill,TN

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Counselor II

Tennessee Department Of Health
11.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.

Stay at home parent

01.2020 - 11.2022

Home Schooled my youngest daughter through Covid

Financial Empowerment Program Lead for CEASE

CEASE Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc
08.2017 - 12.2019
  • Coordinate with local agencies to teach curriculum
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans tailored to the unique needs of each participant.
  • Boosted participant independence by incorporating skill-building exercises into daily routines.
  • Provided ongoing training and support to staff members, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.

Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Coordinator, Sexual Assault (SA) Advocate

CEASE Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Coordinated SART team and respond to SA and other related emergencies

Family Advocate

Cinch Powell Educational Cooperative
06.2016 - 07.2017
  • Referred clients to social services agencies

Eligibility Counselor II

Tennessee Department of Human Services
06.2012 - 06.2016
  • Conducted face to face interviews for approval for SNAP benefits

Education

Bachelor of Science in Human Service Management -

University of Phoenix

Master of Science - School Counseling

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12.2026

Insurance Producer of Life, Accident and Health -

State of Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
02.2019

Skills

  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Counseling
  • Public speaking ability
  • Mental Health Support
  • HIPAA
  • Self-care strategies
  • Client Advocacy
  • Building rapport
  • Client Records Management
  • Office Administration
  • Peer Counseling
  • Care Planning
  • Social Work

Leadership Experience

  • Children's Advisory Board (CAB) of Claiborne County, TN
  • Delta Impact Team CDC of Atlanta
  • Claiborne County Leadership Class 2019

Timeline

Social Counselor II

Tennessee Department Of Health
11.2022 - Current

Stay at home parent

01.2020 - 11.2022

Financial Empowerment Program Lead for CEASE

CEASE Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc
08.2017 - 12.2019

Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Coordinator, Sexual Assault (SA) Advocate

CEASE Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc
08.2017 - 08.2018

Family Advocate

Cinch Powell Educational Cooperative
06.2016 - 07.2017

Eligibility Counselor II

Tennessee Department of Human Services
06.2012 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science in Human Service Management -

University of Phoenix

Master of Science - School Counseling

Capella University

Insurance Producer of Life, Accident and Health -

State of Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Michelle Tipton