Mickie Washington
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Counselor
University Of Texas At Austin
06.2023 - Current
- Oversees a large, important, demanding territory by maintaining strong relationships with high school and community college counselors within the region to meet specific needs.
- Represent the university at regional, school and community college fairs and programs.
- Used strategic planning, data and assessments to understand the assigned territory, plan and coordinate all aspects of general high school and student-based outreach and recruitment activities, including scheduling, reporting, and assessment.
- Coordinated campus visits for prospective students and their families, showcasing the institution''s facilities, programs, and resources.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in higher education to better inform recruitment strategies and provide valuable insights during staff meetings.
- Actively participate in the application review process.
- Mentored newly hired Admissions Counselors on best practices related to application review procedures and follow-up strategies.
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT COUNSELOR
University Of Texas At Austin
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities
- Advocated for students to access available resources
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers
- Succeeded 90% goal of students completing an application, achieving a goal of 98%.
GRADUATE STUDENT INTERN
St. Edward's Community Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted intake and assessments to formulate treatment plan and manage client records
- Counseled clients on concerns such as unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation or financial difficulties
- Leveraged practice management software to complete weekly progress notes, update quarterly treatment plans and maintain patient records
- Encouraged individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for constructively confronting problems.
GRADUATE STUDENT INTERN
The Center For Relationships
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients
- Performed individual and couples therapy via teletherapy helping clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflicts
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards
- Developed and implemented creative interventions to engage couples and individuals to promote therapeutic progress
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans
- Obtained Gottman Level 1 Training certification.
HIGHER EDUCATION ADVISOR
Education Is Freedom
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Served at students Lyndon B
- Johnson Early College High School virtually counseling first-generation, low-income students one-on-one regarding best-fit colleges and post-high school careers
- Provided near-peer mentoring and counseling fostering a school-wide college-going culture
- Aided with exploration of post-secondary options, ACT & SAT registration, college applications, financial aid, college representative visits, career and college fairs, and Decision Day
- Chaperoned outside events and field trips such as college campus tours to facilitate student social development
- Established professional and cooperative working relationships by maintaining visible and accessible presence in school community
- Concluded the 2020-2021 academic year with 85% application rate during pandemic.
COLLEGE ADVISER
College Advising Corps, AmeriCorps
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Served over 500 students through University of Texas at Austin Chapter at Manor Senior High School and Manor Early College High School
- Increased family engagement rates by 22% from May 2019 to January 2020
- Increased financial aid submission rates by 14% from December 2018 to December 2019
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning
- Proctored state-mandated tests and administered required assessments in standardized testing environment
- Developed educational plans with students to build the skills required to pursue academic and career interests
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness, and academic value
- Evaluated, updated and documented student progress towards educational plan and state standards by examining student learning and fostering engagement through discussion and observation
- Served as part of Advise TX interview and selection team for prospective college adviser candidates including recruiting, interviewing, and training new advisers.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling, Marriage And Family Therapy
St. Edward's University
Austin, TX05.2022
Economic Urban Development
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, African Diaspora Studies
The University of Texas
Austin, TX05.2018
Skills
- Database Entry
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Professional Referral Networks
- Crisis Intervention
- Academic Presentations
- Internship Opportunity Referral
- Individual Education Plan Expertise
- Training and Development
Timeline
Admissions Counselor
University Of Texas At Austin
06.2023 - Current
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT COUNSELOR
University Of Texas At Austin
09.2022 - 06.2023
GRADUATE STUDENT INTERN
St. Edward's Community Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2022
GRADUATE STUDENT INTERN
The Center For Relationships
05.2021 - 05.2022
HIGHER EDUCATION ADVISOR
Education Is Freedom
09.2020 - 12.2021
COLLEGE ADVISER
College Advising Corps, AmeriCorps
08.2018 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Counseling, Marriage And Family Therapy
St. Edward's University
Economic Urban Development
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, African Diaspora Studies
The University of Texas
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