Jo'Vohna Hughes

Master of Social Work (MSW) professional and Doctorate in Human Services candidate (Expected 2027) with 6+ years of progressive leadership and clinical experience supporting vulnerable youth and families. Expertise in trauma-informed treatment planning, crisis intervention, foster care coordination, youth advocacy, and program management. Military veteran with demonstrated operational leadership and personnel management experience.

Treatment Coordinator - National Youth Advocate Program

(2025-04)

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for foster youth addressing behavioral and emotional needs.
• Coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams including therapists, educators, and medical providers.
• Facilitate treatment meetings and ensure compliance with state child welfare regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing foster parent support to enhance placement stability.

Human Resource Specialist - Ohio Army Reserves

(2025-04)

• Manage confidential personnel records in compliance with Army regulations.
• Process enlistments, promotions, awards, separations, and benefits documentation.
• Provide HR guidance on pay, entitlements, and career pathways.
• Train junior personnel on HR systems including IPPS-A and iPERMS.

House Manager - Boys Hope Girls Hope

(2024-07 - 2025-01)

• Provided structured residential oversight and academic support for scholars.
• Maintained confidentiality while ensuring safety and daily living structure.
• Coordinated scheduling, maintenance, and scholar development activities.

Peer Educator Intern - Jewish Family Service Association

(2023-08 - 2024-12)

• Delivered community education on teen dating violence and domestic violence prevention.
• Assisted with program evaluation and funding compliance reporting.
• Represented the organization at professional collaborations and outreach events.

Director - Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Ohio

(2022-05 - 2024-06)

• Directed daily operations of youth programming and supervised staff.
• Managed facilities, community relations, and program implementation.
• Supported development campaigns and special initiatives aligned with organizational mission.

Clinical Intern - Youth Intensive Services

(2022-06 - 2023-06)

• Provided intensive clinical services to youth and families.
• Conducted assessments and developed treatment plans.
• Supported crisis stabilization and daily living skill development.

Motor Transport Operator - Ohio Army National Guard

(2016-03 - 2023-03)

• Operated and supervised transport of personnel and equipment across varied terrain.
• Managed cargo operations and ensured safety compliance.
• Maintained mission readiness and operational accountability.

Doctorate - Human Services - Walden University (2027)

Master of Social Work - Social Work - Case Western Reserve University (2024)

Bachelor of Science - Sociology - Youngstown State University (2021)

Associate of Arts - Youngstown State University (2016)