Melissa Haley

GS-11 Behavioral Health professional with 10+ years of experience in crisis intervention, counseling, academic advising, and vocational rehabilitation. Skilled in suicide risk assessment, treatment planning, trauma-informed care, and case management in high-acuity environments.

Experience includes adult clinical, justice-involved, military-connected, and student populations. Currently an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) accruing supervised hours toward LPC licensure.

Clinician – Crisis Unit at Gateway Community Services – GLYNN BHCC (2026-01 – Present)

• Provide crisis stabilization for adults with acute psychiatric conditions
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, mental status exams, and suicide risk evaluations
• Develop treatment/safety plans and deliver de-escalation interventions
• Maintain EMR documentation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Academic Advisor I at Columbia College (2025-10 – 2026-01)

• Advised military/civilian students on academic planning and degree progression
• Interpreted Tuition Assistance (TA) policy and ensured compliance
• Maintained records and supported retention efforts

Certified School Counselor (GS-11 Equivalent) at Federal Bureau of Prisons (2024-12 – 2025-07)

• Provided CBT-based counseling and psychosocial assessments
• Developed rehabilitation plans aligned with correctional goals
• Maintained secure case files with audit compliance

School Counselor at Brevard Public Schools (2020-07 – 2024-11)

• Provided academic, behavioral, and emotional counseling (K–12)
• Supported IEP/504 implementation and interventions
• Delivered crisis intervention and short-term counseling

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor at FL Dept. of Education (2018-12 – 2020-06)

• Provided vocational counseling and case management for individuals with disabilities
• Developed IPEs and coordinated job placement services

Lead Methadone Counselor at Jacksonville Metro Treatment Center (2013-03 – 2017-12)

• Provided substance use counseling, intake assessments, and treatment planning
• Facilitated therapy focused on relapse prevention and recovery

M.A. in Counseling – Webster University (2020)

B.S. in Psychology – University of North Florida (2011)

A.A. – Eastern Florida State College (2009)