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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
Morristown
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
Tazewell, TN
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
Tazewell, TN
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Coordinated SART team and respond to SA and other related emergencies

Family Advocate

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

Eligibility Counselor II

Tennessee Department of Human Services
Tazewell, TN
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