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Sherise Henry

@sherisehenry

Crisis counselor and freelance journalist with a passion for support.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my crisis counseling skills while contributing to a supportive and compassionate work environment.

As a dedicated crisis counselor with experience in mental health support, I have spent the last two years at Vibrant Emotional Health, where I provided emotional support to individuals in crisis through the 988 hotline. My journey began as a Peer Support Specialist, where I honed my skills in crisis intervention and was later promoted to Crisis Counselor. My commitment to helping others is reflected in my ability to manage high-pressure situations and coordinate mobile crisis units for those in need.

In addition to my counseling experience, I am also a freelance journalist with a rich background in reporting and storytelling. I have contributed to various publications, including the Daily Iberian Newspaper and Acadiana Lifestyle Magazine, where I focused on education and community engagement. My passion for writing extends to my self-published book, 'Here Comes Sunday!!', which reflects my experiences and insights from my local church community.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Crisis Counselor (Mental Health)

Vibrant Emotional Health

Jun 2023 - Apr 2025 (1 year 10 months)

Provided emotional support to individuals calling 988 during crises and emotionally vulnerable moments. Promoted from Peer Support Specialist to Crisis Counselor after one year, and coordinated Mobile Crisis Units for home visits.

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Freelance Journalist

Daily Iberian Newspaper, Acadiana Lifestyle Magazine

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 11 months)

Brainstormed and researched story ideas, reporting on monthly school board meetings and education news. Coordinated the Newspaper in School program to promote high school engagement with local news.

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Radio Contributor

105.9 KJCB Radio

Jun 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 3 months)

Reported on live events and read news briefs for morning broadcasts. Gained experience in live radio reporting and news delivery.

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Caregiver

Private Duty

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Provided comprehensive care for an Alzheimer's patient, including bathing, clothing, and facilitating all activities of daily living. Utilized music therapy to enhance patient well-being.

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Substitute Teacher

St. Mary Parish, Iberia Parish

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)

Taught as a substitute teacher for grades Pre-K to fifth grade. Managed classrooms and delivered instruction across various subjects.

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Television News Anchor and Reporter

WXVT, KALB, KTBS-TV

Jan 2010 - Dec 2013 (3 years 11 months)

Performed daily and live reporting, shot and edited video, and anchored morning, noon, and nine pm news broadcasts. Demonstrated strong on-air presence and technical proficiency in news production.

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CASA Volunteer

St Mary Parish CASA

Jan 2005 - Dec 2007 (2 years 11 months)

Conducted bi-monthly visits to the homes of CASA children and provided monthly reports to supervisors. Made court appearances to update judges on children's school performance, home life, and emotional well-being.

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Caregiver

Baton Rouge Youth

Jan 2001 - Dec 2002 (1 year 11 months)

Accompanied youth to group activities, provided supervision at housing units, and administered medication. Maintained logs of medication compliance, daily activities, and incidents, and attended staff meetings to report on youth progress.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Xavier University of Louisiana logoXL

Xavier University of Louisiana

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications

Graduated in 1997 with a focus on Mass Communications. The curriculum provided a comprehensive understanding of media, communication theories, and practical skills essential for a career in journalism and broadcasting.

Tech stack

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Availability

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