Vanessa Hataway
Ellijay,GA
Summary
Driven legal advocate with a proven track record at North Georgia Mountain Crisis Network, Inc., adept in document drafting and fostering client confidentiality. Excelled in creating impactful community partnerships and enhancing client well-being through trauma-informed care. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities, ensuring high-quality case management and client advocacy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Advocate
North Georgia Mountain Crisis Network, Inc. - Ngmcn
10.2023 - Current
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.
- Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need.
- Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships.
- Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Documented client services in Caseworthy.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Board Secretary
Gilmer County Family Connection
02.2023 - Current
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
- Conducted general board correspondence and kept records of all correspondence.
- Maintained board binder containing governing documents, policies and written consents.
- Updated, maintained and safely stored minute books and other legal documents.
- Wrote clear, brief notes to record all motions and decisions of meetings.
- Signed official documents and board minutes.
- Recorded and distributed minutes of meetings to reflect format and level of detail determined.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of North Gorgia
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care.
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL03.2025
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GALicensed Practical Nursing
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GASkills
- Document drafting
- Legal knowledge
- Victim advocacy
- Client Confidentiality
- Case Management
- Mental health awareness
- Documentation And Reporting
- Excellent Communication
- Referral Coordination
- Problem-solving abilities
- High-Risk Populations Identification
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Case Documentation
Timeline
Legal Advocate
North Georgia Mountain Crisis Network, Inc. - Ngmcn
10.2023 - Current
Board Secretary
Gilmer County Family Connection
02.2023 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of North Gorgia
12.2022 - 10.2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Licensed Practical Nursing
Central Georgia Technical College
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