Summer Hudson has over 15 years of experience in human services, education, and healthcare. She received her Bachelor's in Human Services and Associate's in Psychology. Her experience includes working as a recovery clinician, substitute teacher, human services professional at a women's correctional facility, child protective investigator, addictions counselor, and apheresis recruiting supervisor. She has facilitated counseling, taught classes, investigated abuse cases, managed patient caseloads, and recruited blood donors. Hudson has received honors such as being featured in magazine articles and belonging to honor societies.

1. Summer Hudson
5911Julian Ave Indianapolis, IN |C: 352.598.6068 | summeraleas1@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/SummerAHudson
EDUCATION
St. Leo University
Bachelors Human Services with Minor in Sociology 2009
Associates Psychology 2004
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Community Health Network Indianapolis, IN July 2014 - present
Recovery Clinician
o Manage a caseload of 30 high risk individuals with dual diagnosis.
o Caseloads range in diagnosis from Bipolar, Borderline Personality, and Paranoid Schizophrenia.
o Provide outpatient training on daily living skills through hands on lessons with clients.
o Create lessons tailored to individual capabilities and skill level.
o Create treatment plans, file comprehensive records, and complete timely documentation.
Indianapolis Public Schools Indianapolis, IN August 2013 - July 2014
Substitute Teacher
o Served as substitute classroom teacher and executed preset lesson plans.
o Certified for Elementary, Middle, and High School grade levels.
o Received background check and full clearance to able to work with students in the state of
Indiana.
o Managed classroom behavior, recorded attendance and grades.
Lowell Women’s Correctional Ocala, FL June 2013 - October 2013
Human Services Professional
o Facilitated out-of-cell group activities and counseling for female inmates in Inpatient Mental
Health Unit.
o Taught art therapy to assist inmates in fostering self awareness, reconciling emotional wellness
and personal growth, enhancing coping skills, and creating a positive means of self-
expression.
o Created and taught therapeutic lesson plans and group topics and discussions.
o Assisted inmates in developing goals and identifying areas of need.
o Responded to crisis situations and made clinical assessments for inmate safety.
o Taught groups of high risk women ages 18 to 70 with limited resources in confinement.
o Assessed and monitored mental status of inmates and evaluated for treatment needs;
including assessed immediate threat of substantial harm to self or others.
Department of Children and Families Ocala, FL December 2010 - January 2013
Child Protective Investigator
o Received, screened, evaluated, and investigated referrals/complaints relative to alleged child
abuse and/or neglect. Took the necessary measures to ensure the safety of children.
o Interacted closely with children ages 0-18 and their families within their home, school, or
hospital setting.
o Documented all referrals/complaints with specificity as to type.
o Recorded all relevant and appropriate information obtained; completed all required forms
and referrals.
o Served as liaison to social service agencies, and departmental attorneys regarding
reports/investigations.
o Aided local law enforcement officials in fact finding and compiling case information.
o Handled confidential information and completed Shelter Petitions and legal documentation.

2. Quad County Treatment Center Ocala, Florida March 2005 – August 2009
Addictions Counselor
o Managed a caseload of 60+ Methadone patients.
o Effectively conducted individual/family counseling.
o Referred patients to outside sources to engage productivity in patient’s recovery process.
o Demonstrated proficiency in managing and completing treatment and intervention planning.
o Knowledgeable of disease models and principles of support groups such as AA and NA.
o Compliant with Federal documentations with 100% accuracy and within timely guidelines.
o Implemented and conducted intake processes and psychosocials of new patients.
Life South Community Blood Bank Ocala, Florida May 1998- March 2005
Apheresis Recruiting Supervisor
o Recruited a high volume of donors for Apheresis donations for all of Suwannee County, Florida.
o Handled confidential information on a daily basis.
o Compliant with weekly deadline driven environment.
o Managed and counseled employees to ensure quality performance.
o Monitored employee performance.
o Mastered appointment booking, confirming, and tracking while maintaining donor records.
o Educated potential donors about the Apheresis donation process and benefits to the
community.
INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS
o Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification 2011 - 2013
o Proficient in Shelter Hearings and Reunification Hearings
o Effective Speaking Coursework
o Motivational Interviewing
o Skills Training for Mental Health Clients
CONFERENCE & TRAININGS
o Group Facilitation for Female Inmates 2014
o New Methodology Training 2013
o Time Management Effectiveness 2013
o Florida Child Protection Summit 2012
o Cultural Sensitivity Training 2011
ACADEMIC & LEADERSHIP HONORS
o Phi Theta Kappa
o National Honors Society
o Dean’s List for duration of Enrollment
PUBLICATIONS & RECOGNITIONS
Profiled in Ocala Magazine’s annual “40 under 40”.
A highlight of 40 'movers and shakers' under the age of 40 in the Ocala, Fl area. See article:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/34944165@N06/7366201056/
Featured in Indianapolis Nuvo Magazine for Homeless Haircuts. See article:
http://www.nuvo.net/indianapolis/homeless-haircuts-helping-indy-folks-feel-
beautiful/Content?oid=2963055