Yakira Jones
About Yakira Jones
Yakira Jones is a Direct Care Counselor at Wellspring Living in Georgia, with a strong background in psychological research and over five years of experience in the mental health field.
Work at Wellspring Living
Yakira Jones has been employed at Wellspring Living as a Direct Care Counselor since 2020. In this role, she focuses on providing support and care to individuals in need, utilizing her background in psychological research. Her responsibilities include collaborating with other care professionals to enhance intervention and crisis management services for patients. This position allows her to apply her expertise in behavioral monitoring and evaluation, as well as therapeutic intervention.
Education and Expertise
Yakira Jones earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Lincoln University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. Her education provides a solid foundation for her work in the mental health field. She possesses expertise in psychological testing, behavioral monitoring, and therapeutic intervention. Her academic background complements her practical experience, contributing to her effectiveness in her current role.
Background in Mental Health
Yakira Jones has over five years of experience in leadership and rapport building within the mental health field. Prior to her current position, she worked in various roles that enhanced her skills and knowledge in mental health support. Her experience includes working as a direct support professional at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health and as a youth counselor at Pathways of Delaware. These roles have equipped her with the necessary skills to address the needs of individuals in crisis.
Previous Work Experience
Yakira Jones has held multiple positions across different organizations prior to her role at Wellspring Living. She worked as a Shopper at Instacart, a Substitute Teacher at The Willow Primary School, and a Customer Relationship Management Consultant at SoFi. Additionally, she has experience as a Vocational Specialist and Intern at Connections Community Support Programs, Inc. These diverse roles have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of care and support services.