Jennifer Rankin
Clinical Counseling Student (LPCC/MFT Track)
San Clemente,CA
Summary
Counseling Psychology graduate student (LPCC/MFT track) with 7+ years of experience in case management, crisis intervention, supportive housing services, and disability support. Skilled in client-centered care, de-escalation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentoring. Seeking a practicum placement to apply foundational therapeutic skills and support client well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Supportive Services Supervisor
Friendship Shelter
San Clemente, California
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Supervised and developed a team of 7 case managers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Provided crisis intervention guidance to ensure safety and continuity of care.
- Prepared outcome reports and collaborated with social service agencies, housing authorities, and healthcare providers.
- Hired, onboarded, and trained new case managers.
Job Coach Counselor
Dreams of America
Irvine, California
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Developed lesson plans and coordinated community-based schedules and volunteer activities.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Supported clients in development of healthy coping strategies, leading to improved life management skills.
Employment Training Advisor
Public Consulting Group
San Diego, California
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Managed caseload of 100+ participants; achieved 100% accuracy on QA review
Teacher Associate
Almansor Academy
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Managed caseload of 15 students with mental health, intellectual, and physical disabilities.
- Assisted with crisis intervention and adapted instructional approaches to student needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology (LPCC/MFT Track)
National University
San Diego, CA12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA01.2018
Skills
Crisis intervention
Empathy development
Motivational interviewing
Effective communication
Active listening
Treatment Planning
Care plan evaluation
Internship Experience
- Student Mentor — MOSAIC, Sylmar, CA (Aug 2017 – Dec 2017)
- Mentored at-risk students with learning disabilities, supporting behavioral and academic development.
Timeline
Supportive Services Supervisor
Friendship Shelter
11.2022 - 11.2024
Job Coach Counselor
Dreams of America
03.2022 - 11.2022
Employment Training Advisor
Public Consulting Group
01.2019 - 06.2021
Teacher Associate
Almansor Academy
04.2018 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology (LPCC/MFT Track)
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Northridge