Mckenzie Jones
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Birmingham, AL 35242
EDUCATION The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Alabama
Bachelor of Science
College of Human Environmental Science
Major: Addiction and Recovery
Minor: Food and Nutrition
Career Objective To build a long-term relationship with opportunities for career growth.
WORK Grandview Hospital- Behavioral Health Patient Care Assistant July 2020-Current
Maintaining accurate records of patients care, conditions, progress and concerns.
Responding appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
Performing clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and charting.
UAB Beacon Recovery Intern May 2020-August 2020
Assist in individual and group sessions for adolescents ages from 13-18.
Three times a week go to DYS Vacca Campus to help create treatment plans.
Full Moon BBQ July 2015-Decemeber 2019
Worked during summer vacations and holidays; multitasking in a high-stress fast-paced job while having to maintain focus on customer service as well as the task at hand.
People Skills encountered a variety of customers of all ages and emotions.
Handled large amounts of cash and register responsibilities.
Worked throughout high school part-time to contribute to financing education.
CLUBS/VOLUNTEER WORK
Children’s of Alabama June 2019-August 2019
Volunteered in the Hematology/Oncology Unit assisting child life specialists and nursing staff with needs of patients and families
Child Life Practicum Student January 2019-May 2019
DCH Regional Medical Center Tuscaloosa, AL
As a practicum student I have hands on experience with real patients working alongside a certified child life specialist. I interacted with patients and their families; helping them relieve stress and supporting them thru medical issues. I have also been given the opportunity to work independently with the patients at times.
Child Development Research Center January 2019-May 2019
Student observer, Applied classroom knowledge while observing individuals develop.
Delta Zeta Sorority, Alpha Gamma Chapter, The University of Alabama August 2016- May 2020
Student Dietetic Association December 2016-Present
Attend meetings monthly; Actively involved in association activities
Recovery, Outreach, Advocacy, Dialogue, and Service (R.O.A.D.S) September 2019
Mentor at Buhl Elementary
Student volunteer at Buhl Elementary School responsible for mentoring children ages 6-7 including tutoring and promoting and encouraging learning environment
Tuscaloosa One Place Christmas Party (Christmas Child Operation) December 2016-December 2019
Participated in family resource center activities at Tuscaloosa One Place during Christmas Holidays
Beyond Bama: Alternative Break Service Trip October 2017
Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics (STEAM) February 2017-2018
Went once a week to University Place and I help in a 4th grade classroom with their science activities.
LEADERSHIP R.O.A.D. S Executive Board September 2019-Present
My job as the Service Chair was to plan and coordinate events with the community.
National Eating Disorder Association February 2018-March 2020
This was the first unified NEDA walk the University held. All of the money we raised went to help individuals that are not able to afford correct treatment.
Academic Counselor January 2016-May 2016
Administered a meeting time once a week to communicate their plan on improving academically.
Motivated each member delegated to me to attain their study hall hours.
HONORS/AWARDS
Phi U Omicron, Honor Socierty
SERV safe certified and HACCP certified
Dean’s List
Alpha Lambda Delta, Honor Society
Honor Society within College of Human Environmental Sciences