Kari McDevitt
Hahira
Summary
Accomplished lead tracker for the DJJ offering several years of experience working with individuals with behavioral and psychological disorders. Dedicated and detail-oriented with extensive experience managing offenders, working closely with social services agencies. Resourceful team player.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Youth Tracker
Southwest Key Programs
Valdosta
04.2025 - Current
- Conduct face-to-face meetings with youth in compliance with DJJ guidelines and case management requirements.
- Built supportive relationships that encourage accountability and positive behavioral change.
- Provided support during intake processes, ensuring all necessary documentation was complete.
- Trained staff on company policies and best practices for operational tasks.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance team performance and productivity.
Medical Assistant
Premier Interventional Pain Solutions
Fort Walton Beach
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed scheduling, billing, insurance verification, and referrals.
- Verified prescription eligibility using E-Force and identified potential misuse risks.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper sterilization of medical equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Mental Health Technician
Gulf Coast Treatment Center
Fort Walton Beach
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Supervised therapeutic and recreational activities for patient groups.
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL 08.2022 - 12.2024
General Studies -
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FLSkills
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health Support
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- Mental Health Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Youth Mentorship
- Case Documentation
- EMR & ETO Software
- Team Collaboration
- Employee onboarding
Timeline
Lead Youth Tracker
Southwest Key Programs
04.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of West Florida
08.2022 - 12.2024
Medical Assistant
Premier Interventional Pain Solutions
12.2018 - 11.2019
Mental Health Technician
Gulf Coast Treatment Center
08.2016 - 11.2018
General Studies -
Northwest Florida State College