Behavioral Health Program and Counseling Leader

Beverly Jones, Ph.D.

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced behavioral health and human services professional with expertise in counseling, program management, and community engagement. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex cases, and implement impactful programs.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fulton County Public Defender’s Office – Social Service Specialist (2023–2024)

Managed a caseload of 46+ incarcerated clients across multiple court systems

Conducted detailed psychosocial assessments and life-history investigations

Collaborated with attorneys, judges, and mental health professionals

Prepared comprehensive reports used in court proceedings

Coordinated housing and community-based services

Georgia Department of Corrections – Behavioral Health Counselor (2017–2023)

Provided individual and group counseling and crisis intervention

Developed education and reentry programs for residents

Created individualized academic and career plans

Collaborated with parole officers and social workers

Led life-skills and workforce readiness training

Healing Community Center – Director of Community Outreach Programs (2014–2017)

Directed large-scale community programs for youth and seniors

Managed $1.5M program budget

Increased participation by 30% through outreach strategies

Supervised staff and coordinated community partnerships

Led fundraising and public relations initiatives

Emory University / Winship Cancer Institute – Program Manager (2006–2014)

Managed $5M annual program budget

Supervised team of 19 staff and researchers

Developed and implemented research programs

Coordinated NIH grant reporting and compliance

Organized conferences and presentations

EDUCATION

Ph.D., Theology – Jacksonville Theological Seminary

Doctorate, Christian Counseling – Jacksonville Theological Seminary

M.A., Ministry in Christian Counseling – Jacksonville Theological Seminary

B.A., Organizational Management & Leadership – Morris Brown College

A.A., Advertising & Marketing – Perimeter College

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