Jessica Davis

828-359-9793 | jeldavis32@gmail.com | www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-davis-123190

Relator | Achiever | Futuristic | Significance | Communication

EDUCATION

Western Carolina University Expected May 2021

Master of Education | Higher Education Student Affairs Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University December 2012

Bachelor of Science | Hospitality and Tourism Management Cullowhee, NC
Minors | Psychology, Creative Writing

STUDENT AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE

Graduate Coordinator, Leadership Programs August 2019-Present

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
• Utilize leadership and student development theories to develop learning outcomes and curriculum
materials for students in multiple leadership courses
• Design and implement leadership-based programs for a diverse student population
• Assist with the designing, planning, and facilitation of an inclusive leadership conference for
150+ student participants
• Empower students in the Freshman Leadership Initiative LLC to develop leadership skills, utilize
campus resources, and engage in student activities
• Develop, implement, and assess a mentorship program which involves 26 upperclassmen students
serving as mentors for the Freshman Leadership Initiative participants
• Utilize counseling skills to support students with a variety of needs
• Develop, implement, and assess an initiative titled “Real Talk,” intended to engage student
leaders in conversation and education around anti-racism, social justice, and mental health
• Design marketing materials to promote programs and initiatives via various platforms

Graduate Intern, Programs in Asheville June 2020-August 2020

Western Carolina University Asheville, NC
• Conducted primary and secondary research to determine professional and personal development
needs for adult learners in graduate programs at a distance learning campus
• Collaborated with university professionals and community organizations to establish program
topics
• Designed and implemented a professional development series with four main pillars: social
justice and inclusion, personal advancement, transferable skills, and professional interpersonal
skills
• Assisted with designing, planning, and marketing a summer jobs fair for university students
• Engaged in weekly staff meetings to identify trends and action plans regarding COVID-19

Graduate Intern, Center for Career and Professional Development January 2020-May 2020
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
• Designed and presented professional development workshops for a diverse student population
• Advised students on professional development skills, including resume development, cover letter-
writing and interviewing
• Facilitated networking opportunities for students seeking work and internship opportunities
• Oversaw 20 students participating in a summer internship program, and assisted them with the
search, application, and onboarding processes
Director of Symposium Experience Summers, 2014-Present
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
• Provide training and supervision for university students serving as counselors in a summer camp
setting
• Design and implement leadership-based programs and initiatives for 400+ diverse high school-
age camp participants
• Facilitate enriching activities that support self-authorship, identity development, and skill-
building for camp participants
• Build intentional and meaningful relationships with individual camp participants, clinicians, and
counselors
• Oversee the safety and supervision of camp participants and student staff staying overnight in a
residence hall

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Qualified Mental Health Professional Nov. 2016-July 2019

Access Family Services Asheville, NC
• Provided intensive in-home services to a diverse caseload of clients and their families
• Assessed client and family needs and provided appropriate therapeutic interventions based on a
developed treatment plan
• Managed a variety of mental health and behavioral-based crises

Lead Mentor May 2017-August 2019

Montford Hall Asheville, NC
• Provided direct supervision to adolescent males with substance abuse issues in a residential
treatment center
• Participated in weekly treatment team meetings to assess individual clients’ needs and milieu
dynamics
• Facilitated enriching programs and initiatives that support a healthy and sober lifestyle for clients

Lead Mentor Feb. 2014-Nov. 2016

Solstice East Weaverville, NC
• Implemented individualized interventions to support adolescent females with various mental and
behavioral health issues
• Effectively managed high-crisis situations in a residential treatment setting
• Trained and supervised mentors in building rapport, managing crisis, and company policies

Residential Counselor Sep. 2013-Oct. 2015

Eliada Home Asheville, NC
• Utilized Therapeutic Crisis Intervention model to ensure safety and supervision of adolescents in
a psychiatric residential treatment facility
• Facilitated dynamic programs and initiatives to support individual developmental needs, as well
as group goals
• Responded to high-risk clients’ needs and crisis quickly and effectively

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Course Prefix Course Title Sem/Year Student #s

LEAD 180 Freshman Leadership Initiative Spring2021 26
LEAD 140 Freshman Leadership Initiative Fall/2020 26
LEAD 144 Leadership in the Campus Community Spring/2020 34
LEAD 180 Freshman Leadership Initiative Spring/2020 24
LEAD 140 Freshman Leadership Initiative Fall/2019 27
PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS

“Leadership Outside of Whiteness: Supporting Racial Minority Student Leaders” November 2020
Three-Minute Thesis Competition, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

“Taking the L.E.A.D. for Impact” October 2020

Orientation Leader training, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

“Mental Health Experiences of Music Majors at Western Carolina University” April 2020
Poster Presentation, Graduate Research Symposium, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

“Going Virtual: Tips for Successful Online Learning” April 2020

Center for Career and Professional Development, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

“Leadership Styles: Yours, Theirs, and Why It Matters” February 2020

Whee Lead Inclusive Leadership Conference, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

“Feedback in the Workplace: Awkward and Necessary” February 2020

Center for Career and Professional Development , Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE

Facilitator, Human Development Leadership Retreat November 2020

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Vice President, Student Advocacy and Affairs October 2020-Present

Graduate Student Association, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Diversity Committee Representative October 2020-Present

College for Education and Allied Professionals, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Vision and Mission Statement Revision Committee Member November 2020

College for Education and Allied Professionals, Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Safe Zone Panelist October and December 2020

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Planning Committee Member, “Take Back the Night” September-November 2020

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

HESA Student Ambassador August 2020-Present

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Social Media Coordinator May 2020-Present

Multiracial Network of ACPA Remote

Committee Member, Whee Lead Inclusive Leadership Conference Spring and Fall 2020
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

Volunteer: Sorority Recruitment January 2020

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC

CONFERENCES
NCACE Leadership Institute January 2021
Attendant Virtual
American College Personnel Association, Annual Convention March 2020
Attendant Nashville, TN

Whee Lead Inclusive Leadership Conference February 2020

Facilitator Cullowhee, NC

MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Green Zone Certification October 2020

Member, American College Personnel Association January 2020-Present
Safe Zone Certification October 2019
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention June 2019
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention May 2019

ADDITIONAL RELEVANT SKILLS

Public Speaking Mental Health First Aid Group Facilitation

Leadership Development Counseling Skills Crisis Management
Interpersonal Skills Conflict Management Digital Competency