Monte Simpkins
Fort Washington,MD
Summary
Experienced Mental Health Mentor with a proven track record of empowering individuals to navigate and overcome mental health challenges. Skilled in providing empathetic support, cultivating resilience, and fostering personal growth through evidence-based strategies and therapeutic interventions. Committed to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and achieve their mental wellness goals. Dedicated to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of emerging trends in mental health care. Passionate about advocating for mental health awareness and destigmatizing discussions surrounding mental well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Mentor
Topeka Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Continually assessed own mentoring performance, seeking feedback from peers and mentees to ensure ongoing personal and professional growth.
- Coordinated with other professionals involved in the mentoring process to ensure seamless support for each participant''s journey toward success.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, ensuring relevance of advice provided to mentees in an ever-changing landscape.
- Promoted a growth mindset among mentees, encouraging them to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth.
- Adapted mentorship style based on individual mentee needs, enabling tailored interventions that drove better results than one-size-fits-all approaches.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
Graduate Assistant
Ottawa University
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted with running player development (produced 3 All-KCAC players and one NAIA all american)
- Used Synergy and HUDL to breakdown game and practice film
- Oversaw student-managers and inventory of all player gear
- Coordinated Community Service and Fundraising Initiatives
- Program liaison between players and professors
- Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed (Team GPA 3.4, 4 All-Conference Academic Athletes)
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Assisted with scouting reports and statistical breakdowns. (Implementation of data analytics led the program to being top 10 in 8 different statistical categories in program history).
- Assisted with recruiting (ushered in largest roster size in program history as well as implementing JV roster for school enrollment purposes)
- Helped orchestrate program's best record and first home playoff berth since 2007 (18-12)
- Developed and managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems goals.
JV Head Coach
Ottawa University
08.2022 - Current
- Head Coach of program's first ever JV team (0 losses against other collegiate JV teams)
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
Camp Coach
Kansas University Men's Basketball
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Implemented daily drills for improvement in shooting, dribbling, passing and game situation IQ. Oversaw largest participant number in camp history (over 800+ campers through daily station rotations).
Student Intern/Administrative Assistant
PTF Services
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Collected and organized patient information for the mental health clinic
- Raised awareness and promoted the services of the clinic to youth in the Baltimore and District of Columbia metropolitan areas
- Placed claims as well as follow up check-ins with clients.
Representative
SAAC
09.2017 - 05.2020
- Organized and participated in meetings, food drives and other events for student-athletes to provide insight on the student-athlete experience as well as inform them on upcoming school wide and NCAA changes.
Captain
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Played the Guard/Forward position in one of the most competitive Division III conferences in the country (ODAC)
- Led Bridgewater to its longest win streak in the past decade
- Bridgewater Men’s Basketball Iron Eagle Recipient
- Team award earned by exemplifying the highest level of hard work and consistency throughout the year.
Education
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA05.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Training and Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Compiling Statistics
- Project Management
- Academic planning and goal setting
- Social-emotional support
- Behavior management
- Responding to emergencies and critical incidents
- Implementing crisis management protocols
- Providing immediate support to students in distress
- Managing caseloads efficiently
- Collaboration with other school staff for holistic student support
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
VOLUNTEERING
Helping Hands Organization, Washington DC (2016-Present)
- Provided food and shelter assistance to homeless individuals and families
- Assisted with distribution of hygiene kits and clothing to those in need
Fredrickson Center, Ottawa, KS (2021)
- Assisted with event planning and coordination for elderly individuals during the holidays
Community Outreach, Costa Rica (2019)
- Volunteered in between competition against international opponents
- Assisted with English language education for underprivileged children
- Organized and led art and music activities for children in the community
Bridgewater Retirement Community, Bridgewater, VA (2018-2020)
- Assisted with recreational activities for senior residents
- Provided companionship and support to residents
- Volunteered for 100+ hours over a period of one year
Timeline
Mental Health Mentor
Topeka Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
JV Head Coach
Ottawa University
08.2022 - Current
Camp Coach
Kansas University Men's Basketball
06.2022 - 06.2023
Graduate Assistant
Ottawa University
08.2021 - Current
Student Intern/Administrative Assistant
PTF Services
09.2020 - 12.2020
Representative
SAAC
09.2017 - 05.2020
Captain
08.2017 - 02.2020
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Ottawa University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater College
- CPR and First Aid
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