JENNIFER THOMPSON, LPC

58 Golden Pine Road, Austell, GA 30168

678-234-9068
jenniferchristine5@yahoo.com

CERTIFIED SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Dedicated professional with a track record of counseling and advocating for children
in school, juvenile detention, group and foster home settings. Broad depth of
experience consulting with parents, teachers and administrators regarding
behavioral, academic and personal/social/emotional concerns. Culturally competent
with experience interacting with people from with diverse backgrounds. Adept at
employing counseling theories and techniques creatively and effectively to help
children overcome barriers.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Crisis Intervention
Leadership
Consulting

Goal Setting
Academic Advisement
Career Exploration

Advocacy
Classroom Guidance
Program
Implementation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OFFICE OF THE FULTON COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY, Atlanta, GA

Director Victim-Witness Assistance Program, 2016 to Present

Performs duties related to managing a comprehensive Victim/Witness

Advocacy Program.

Oversees provision of service delivery and programming related to victims and

witnesses of crime in Fulton County Superior and Juvenile Court. Ensures
compliance with grant guidelines, develops and monitors adherence to program
policies and procedures and establishes goals and objectives. Assists in the
development and administration of program budget. Manages staff of 19
Advocates, 1 Administrative Assistant and 2 Social Work Interns, including
establishing workloads, prioritizing assignments and evaluating performance.
Oversees operation of MOC (Mobile Outreach Center). Participates on special task
forces including the Domestic Violence Legislative Committee and Sexual Assault
Response Team.

Key Achievements:

Implemented Homicide Survivor Support group for friends and family

members of murder victims in Fulton County within 1 month of tenure.
Organized 2016 National Victims Rights Week.
Hired and trained 7 new Advocates within first 3 months.
Enhanced advocate auditing report to ensure efficiency in victim-witness
contact and case management.

OFFICE OF THE FULTON COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY, Atlanta, GA

Victim-Witness Counselor, 2012 to 2015

Provided advocacy, supportive counseling and crisis intervention to victims of

child molestation, sexual assault, domestic violence, homicide, armed robbery,
rape, stalking and other crimes occurring in Fulton County.

Accompanied victims and their families to scheduled court hearings and trials.
Acted as liaison between prosecutors and victims ensuring that victims voices
were heard. Educated victims and their families on the Crime Victims Bill of
Rights, Crime Victims Compensation Fund and the criminal justice
process. Assisted victims with impact statements. Helped victims gain access to
financial assistance, housing and other community resources. Vocalized
concerns regarding violations of victims rights and to the division supervisors
and the District Attorney.

Key Achievements:

Recipient of the Fulton County District Attorney Offices Rookie Advocate of

the Year Award (2013) and Excellence Award ( 2015).
Provided case management to hundreds of victims and witnesses, managing
caseloads of 150-200 cases at a time, maintaining contact every 60 days.

COBB COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD, Marietta, GA

Mental Health Therapist -Success for All Students, 2011 to 2012

Utilized counseling skills and therapeutic interventions to help dozens of Cobb

County students overcome barriers to academic success. Promoted ideals of

Success for All Students: a grant funded collaboration between the Cobb
County CSB and Cobb County School District.

Provided mental health assessments, crisis intervention, individual therapy

and group counseling for 2 middle schools and 1 high school within the Cobb
County School District. Consulted with parents, teachers and administrators
regarding academic, behavioral and emotional concerns. Worked
collaboratively with school staff, parents and community resources to help
students succeed, suggesting strategies to manage behavior and support
studentsemotional well-being. Counseled students regarding a wide range of
issues including bullying, anxiety, depression, anger management and family
conflict. Advocated for students with special needs. Provided input during IEP
and 504 meetings.

Key Achievements:

Co-led group on relational aggression among girls in order address bullying

and other negative behavior.
Raised awareness among teachers, parents and school staff regarding the
importance of emotional well-being as it pertains to academic success.
Led Learning Support Resource Team composed of counselors, school
administrators and other program professionals, addressing individual
students needs and school-wide issues.

CHRIS KIDS, Atlanta, GA

Social Service Coordinator, 2010 to 2011

Provided comprehensive case management for 12 adolescent boys with

histories of abuse, neglect, mental health diagnoses and behavioral difficulties.

Monitored adjustment to group homes, academic progress and overall

functioning. Provided monthly reports to DFACS. Created and updated
individualized Service and Safety Plans for all residents. Supervised 2 House
Supervisors.

Key Achievements:

Prepared group homes for audits and inspections ensuring successful

passing at a rate of 100%.

SOUTH COBB HIGH SCHOOL, Austell, GA

School Counseling Intern, 2009 to 2010

Provided individual and group counseling and classroom guidance to high

school students regarding academic achievement, personal/social/emotional
concerns, and career exploration, utilizing the ASCA National Model.

Assisted students with course selection, college searches, credit recovery and
graduation requirements. Consulted with parents and teachers regarding
children who were under-performing academically or exhibiting emotional
and/or behavioral concerns. Referred students to community resources when
needed. Conducted group counseling sessions with bereaved students, students
serving in-school suspension and students at risk of academic failure.

Key Achievements:

Headed grief and loss support group for students affected by the 2010 Haiti
Earthquake. Mentored group of students, helping them establish a Haitian
student organization and Hearts for Haiti fundraiser to benefit earthquake
victims.

 Taught students highly effective strategies to overcome issues that

interfered with academic success, such as anxiety, depression, low selfesteem, grief and loss, divorce, and family problems.

GEORGIA COUNCIL ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE, Atlanta, GA

Acting Executive Director, 2008

Led agency whose mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse on

Georgia communities through education and advocacy. Provided general
oversight and budget management for 3 federally funded programs,
supervising Program Managers and administrative staff, and overseeing
contractors.

Key Achievements:
Led agency out of financial crisis after founder and director of 15 years
resigned.

Balanced budget, which allowed for cancellation of portion of organizations

debt.
Identified and submitted proposals for potential grant and public policy
opportunities.

GEORGIA COUNCIL ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE, Atlanta, GA

Clinical Supervisor, 2006 to 2008

Directly supervised clinical programming of a federally funded youth

offender reentry program (Youth IMPACT).

Supervised 4 Care Managers, ensuring that

individualized care plans were executed in a timely manner, utilizing the
projects evidence-based framework (effective assessment, case management,
and treatment) Worked closely with the DJJ Project Director to ensure
compliance with grant guidelines and program goals. Provided oversight of
provision of services delivered by substance abuse treatment providers.
Recruited and monitored mentors.

Key Achievements:
Implemented strategies to improve data collection and reporting for follow
up surveys.
Formed partnership with UPS, connecting youth to the Earn as You Learn
employment program.

GEORGIA COUNCIL ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE, Atlanta, GA

Care Manager, 2005 to 2006

Provided case management for youth referred to the Youth IMPACT Juvenile
Offender Reentry Program, a grant funded collaboration between GCSA and the
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

Referred youth returning to the community from YDC to substance abuse

treatment and wraparound services. Collaborated with Juvenile Probation and
Parole Specialists and substance abuse treatment providers on individual Youth
Care Plans which included educational, career, and treatment goals. Monitored
progress through monthly visits and team meetings. Advocated for youth
needing higher levels of care.

Key Achievements:

Developed community partnerships with agencies that provided treatment,

wraparound support, career, educational and mentoring opportunities for
youth, assisting in execution of MOUs.
Secured donations from local and national companies for program
incentives.

FORENSIC HEALTH SERVICES, INC., Brooklyn, NY

Mental Health Clinician, 2003 to 2005

Provided assessments, counseling and crisis intervention to detained youth in

a secure juvenile detention center.

Taught coping skills to help children effectively manage their emotions.

Conducted lethality assessments and placed children on suicide watch when
needed. Provided consultation and expertise to Department of Juvenile Justice
Administration, support staff and teachers regarding management of children
with serious mental health issues.

Key Achievements:

Counseled dozens of youth leading to improved emotional functioning and

positive behavioral change.

EDUCATION

Master of Education, School

Counseling May 2010
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY, Atlanta

Master of Arts, Forensic Psychology June 2002

JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE, New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology June 1996

BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY, Binghamton, NY

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
GEORGIA LICENSED PROFESSIONAL
COUNSELOR /GEORGIA CERTIFIED SCHOOL
COUNSELOR

MEMBERSHIPS/PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

GEORGIA LICENSED PROFESSIONAL

COUNSELOR ASSOCIATION
DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC