Jennifer B. King
OAKFIELD
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience, adept at crisis intervention, trauma, grief and client advocacy. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through evidence-based therapy techniques and strong rapport-building skills. Committed to fostering personal development and multicultural competence, ensuring effective support for diverse populations. Demonstrated ability in empathetic communication and effective therapeutic techniques.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Jennifer B. King, Professional Counselor LLC
Oakfield, GA
01.2016 - Current
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Improved client outcomes through the implementation of effective crisis intervention strategies during high-risk situations.
- Advanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to mental health counseling practices.
Manager
Red Oaks Plantation
Oakfield, GA
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
- Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
Professional Counselor
Albany State University
Albany, GA
08.2011 - 12.2015
- Fostered strong therapeutic relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and nonjudgmental support.
- Advocated on behalf of clients when necessary, helping them navigate complex systems such as healthcare or social services agencies.
- Continually pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of counseling and better serve clientele needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations, promoting interpersonal growth and positive peer interaction.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care for clients, optimizing their mental health recovery process.
- Maintained timely documentation of therapy sessions, adhering to ethical guidelines and professional standards for recordkeeping.
- Applied cultural competence throughout counseling interactions to ensure culturally sensitive care was provided for all clients served.
- Enhanced client well-being by implementing tailored counseling strategies and evidence-based interventions.
- Utilized trauma-informed approaches in therapy sessions when appropriate, helping individuals process past experiences and work towards healing effectively.
- Encouraged self-reflection among clients by posing insightful questions that challenged preconceived beliefs and promoted cognitive shifts.
- Employed motivational interviewing techniques to help clients identify their values, strengths, and goals for future change.
- Evaluated client progress at regular intervals, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to maximize therapeutic gains.
- Conducted psychoeducational workshops to enhance community understanding of mental health issues and resources available for support.
- Guided clients towards increased self-awareness by exploring underlying emotional patterns, facilitating personal growth, and improving interpersonal relationships.
- Served as a liaison between clients and other professionals involved in their care, fostering open communication channels to best support client goals.
- Streamlined therapy sessions for increased efficiency and effectiveness, resulting in improved client outcomes.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, ensuring the safety of clients experiencing acute distress.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills and stress management techniques, improving their overall emotional resilience.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans to address clients'' diverse mental health needs and promote holistic healing.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics and confidentiality requirements, ensuring a safe therapeutic environment for all clients served.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Dougherty County School System
Albany, GA
08.1998 - 05.2006
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Served as a faculty advisor for various student organizations, providing guidance and support in organizing events and projects related to social studies.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress and needs.
- Enhanced cultural awareness by incorporating diverse perspectives into lessons, promoting empathy and understanding among students.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of curriculum materials to ensure alignment with state standards and relevance to current events.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and strategies for effective classroom management and lesson planning.
- Organized extracurricular activities, such as debate clubs and community service projects, fostering leadership skills and civic engagement among students.
- Championed the importance of social studies education within the school community, advocating for resources and support on behalf of the department.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Albany State University
Albany, GA05-2009
No Degree - Social Studies Teaching Certificate Add-on
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GABachelor of Arts - Criminology
St. Leo University
St. Leo, FLSkills
- Depression treatment
- Anxiety management
- Self-esteem building
- Life transitions
- Grief and loss support
- Autism spectrum support
- Career guidance
- Multicultural competence
- Building rapport
- Mental health support
- Client counseling
- Client advocacy
- Grief counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis response
- Community resources specialist
- Personal development sessions
- Superior communication skills
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
- CPCS - Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor
Timeline
Manager
Red Oaks Plantation
01.2020 - 01.2025
Licensed Professional Counselor
Jennifer B. King, Professional Counselor LLC
01.2016 - Current
Professional Counselor
Albany State University
08.2011 - 12.2015
High School Social Studies Teacher
Dougherty County School System
08.1998 - 05.2006
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Albany State University
No Degree - Social Studies Teaching Certificate Add-on
Georgia Southwestern State University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
St. Leo University