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Vitae for Jessica Gibson
22 February 2016949 Russell St.
Augusta, GA 30904(304) 887-1674
EDUCATION Georgia Regents University, Augusta, GAMasters of Science in Clinical Psychology May 2015
GPA: 3.61 Provided individual, group, and family therapy sessions at internship Administered personality assessment (MMPI and PAI) Administered cognitive assessments (WICS-IV, WAIS-IV, KBIT, and WRAT) Experience cognitive and personality assessment reportsTrained under DSM-IV and DSM-V diagnoses
Concord University, Athens, WVBachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology May 2012
GPA: 3.68 (3.78 in Psychology; 4.0 in Sociology) Magna Cum Laude Course in Behavioral Analysis with experience
Universidad Metropolitana, San Juan, PRCultural Study Abroad Summer 2010
West Virginia State University, Institute, WVCultural Study Abroad Summer 2009
PRESENTATIONSBartell, C., Gibson, J.N., Stone, E., Tarutis, C., & Topolski. R. (2014). The ovulation cycle and its effect on perceptions of humor and attractiveness. Georgia Regents University, 23 April 2014, Augusta, GA.
Gibson, J.N. & Alexander, J. (2012). The daily buzz: positive effects of energy drinks on cognitive performance. Concord University’s Undergraduate Research Day, 19 April 2012, Athens, WV.
Gibson, J.N. & Alexander, J. (2011). The daily buzz: positive effects of energy drinks on cognitive performance. 19th Annual UMBC McNair Scholars Research Conference, 17 September 2011, University of Baltimore County, Baltimore, MD.
Nelson, M. & Gibson, J. (2010). Evaluation of the self through comparison of facebook peers. Concord University’s Undergraduate Research Day, 19 April 2012, Athens, WV.
Nelson, M., Gibson, J.N., & Morris, V. (2010). Evaluation of the self through comparison of facebook peers. Poster presented at Annual Tristate Psychology Undergraduate Research Conference, April 2011, Marshall University, Huntington, WV.
Nelson, M., Morris, V., & Gibson, J.N. (2010). Evaluation of the self through comparison of facebook peers. Poster presented at Undergraduate Research Day, April 2010, Concord University, Athens, WV.
CONFERENCESSoutheastern Psychology Association (SEPA), Nashville, TN March 2014Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol Charleston, WV January 2012
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Concord University’s Undergraduate Research Day April 2012UMBC McNair Scholars Research Conference Baltimore, MD September 2011Undergraduate Research Conference Marshall, WV April 2011Concord University’s Undergraduate Research Day April 2011Concord University’s Undergraduate Research Day April 2010
WORK EXPERIENECEAugusta University Augusta, GAAdjunct Professor August 2015 – December 2015
Taught introductory psychology course using Exploring Psychology in Modules, Myers D. Encouraged students to think critically using psychological principles Incorporated classroom assessment techniques (CATs) throughout the semester Utilized active learning and hands on activities to promote better understanding of material Independently created assignments and rubrics Maintained active communication with students, graduate assistants, and faculty
Transitions of Augusta Augusta, GAPsychometrist June 2015 – Present
Completed disability, vocational rehabilitation, and various psychological testing Completed DSM-V psychological reports providing results of testing, diagnoses, and prognosis Facilitate group sessions with children ranging in age from 4-20 years old Write notes for group sessions. Manage a minimum of five cases and reports at one time Mentor student interns
Georgia Regents University (GRU) Augusta, GAResearch Consultant May 2015 – Present
Worked within the Department of Faculty Development and Teaching Excellence Completed literature review Collected and entered data exploring ways to improve engagement Used SPSS to analyze and compare data Summarize results for each comparison
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta (LCCA) Augusta, GAIntern Therapist August 2014 – May 2015
348 hours on acute crisis stabilization unit 268 hours on partial hospitalization residential unit Coordinate aftercare on Acute unit for children and adolescents in crisis Facilitate group sessions for a variety of diagnoses and ages Conduct family sessions to evaluate and address problem behaviors Resolve crisis situations using de-escalation skills Conduct individual sessions using CBT, DBT, and acceptance based therapies Train new hire therapists Complete CPI (nonviolent crisis prevention intervention training) Complete CPR and first aid training
Georgia Regents University (GRU) Augusta, GAGraduate Research Assistant August 2014 – May 2015
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Worked within the Department of Faculty Development and Teaching Excellence Created student and faculty surveys focused on engagement Lead focus groups with approximately 25 or more students Collected data exploring ways to improve student engagement Entered data in Microsoft Excel and SPSS Analyzed data through SPSS Worked closely with students and diverse faculty regularly
Georgia Regents University (GRU) Augusta, GAGraduate Teaching Assistant August 2013 – July 2014
Created grading rubrics for several assignments Corrected, administered, and graded exams and written essays Entered and managed grades on D2L Lectured Introductory Psychology course on two occasions Provided care and food in animal lab
Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center (SHCMHC) Princeton, WVAdmissions Counselor January 2013 – July 2013
Complete initial clinical evaluations obtaining biological, psychological, and social information Provide case management services to individuals and families Develop abilities to cope and meet social, health, emotional, and economic needs of clients Recommend a provisional diagnosis Complete CPI training
Valley College Beckley Beckley, WVAdjunct Instructor March 2013 – May 2013; September 2012 – November 2012
Taught online 200 level sociology class Made syllabus, created tasks and assignments, created scoring rubric for all assignments
Case Management Worker with Department of Health and Human Resources Beckley, WVContract Worker April 2012 – December 2012
Demonstrate stable relationships to children with difficulties in school or at home Intense mentoring program providing structure and coping skills for children and adults Supervised court ordered visitation Taught parenting skills Certified to complete federal drug screen collections including uneventful collections, insufficient
quantity, and temperature out of range
STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCECosta Rica, Cultural Psychology January 2011Concord University in Athens, WV
Emphasized cultural differences seen as clinicians; Observed cultural changes in emotions, behaviors, and expressions; Traveled across the country exploring differences in culture based on changes in SES and location
Puerto Rico, History and Spanish 101/102 July 2010Universidad Metropolitana de Puerto Rico
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Complete Spanish emersion program; courses in Puerto Rican history and culture; Observed cultural changes in social and independent settings
Canada, Political Science June 2009Université Laval in Quebec
Cultural emersion; Discussed form of government; Visited Parliament and museums; Explored Old and New Quebec City
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCourse Design Workshop, Augusta University Augusta 2015Faculty Development Day, Augusta University October 2015
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCECSRA Humane Society, Augusta, GA June 2015 – January 2016Depression Screening YMCA, Augusta, GA October 2013Mentor Davis Stuart McCormick House for Girls, Lewisburg, WV 2008 – 2012Burlington United Methodist Family Service, Inc., Beckley, WV December 2010 – February 2011
MEMBERSHIPS AND ORGANIZATIONSSoutheastern Psychological Association (SEPA), Member March 2014 – currentHonor’s Society, Member December 2013 - currentMcNair Scholar Program, Graduate 2011 – 2012Psi Chi, Member 2010 – current
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REFERENCES
M. Kevin Turner, Ph.D. (Supervisor)Licensed Clinical Psychologist103 Rossmore PlaceAugusta, GA 30909(706) 364-7165
Dr. Georgina HammockDirection of Graduate StudiesGeorgia Regents UniversityAugusta, GA 30909(706) [email protected]
Caroline Dennis (Internship Supervisor)Clinical Director of Lighthouse Care Center3100 Perimeter ParkwayAugusta, GA 30909(864) [email protected]
Dr. Lindsey West (Professor) Assistant Professor of PsychologyGeorgia Regents University Augusta, GA 30909(706) [email protected]
Dr. Jenelle Slavin Mulford (Advisor)Assistant Professor of PsychologyGeorgia Regents University Augusta, GA 30909(706) [email protected]
Dr. Deborah RichardsonGraduate Research SupervisorGeorgia Regents UniversityAugusta, GA 30909(706) [email protected]
Leah Walker (Internship Supervisor)Clinical Director of Lighthouse Care Center3100 Perimeter ParkwayAugusta, GA 30909(803) [email protected]
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