Jannie Cotton Resume
Jannie Cotton
Licensed Professional Counselor #P9412031
P.O. Box 6416 Sherwood, Arkansas, 72124
Email: janniemcotton@yahoo.com
Phone: 501-658-7401​
Employment
Professional Counseling Associates
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | October 2005 – September 2018​
Clinical Director | January 1999 – September 2005
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In charge of the daily operations of $7+ million company to ensure we met the mental, behavioral, and emotional healthcare needs for persons with complex financial and mental health concerns.
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Promoted the highest level of ethical behavior on the part of all center personnel and clients.
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Assured the filing of all legal and regulatory documents and monitored compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
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Attended and participated in all legislative sessions from 2005-2018 to prioritize policy development and funding for mental health and juvenile justice needs.
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Ensured that customers had a voice for concerns and that client advocacy was at the forefront.
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On-call as a licensed professional counselor, 24/7, seven days a week.
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Provided clinical services and behavioral/classroom consultation to over 35 UAMS Head Start Centers for more than 15 years.
Division of Children and Family Services
Assistant Director | May 1996 – June 1998
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Created and implemented policies and procedures for the Division of Children and family services.
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Served as a liaison for the director for federal and state funding and legislative updates.
Dana’s House (Emergency Shelter)
Consultant | October 1994 – May 1996
Centers for Youth and Families/Stepping Stone
Youth Services Administrator | September 1993 – May 1996
Stepping Stone Youth Shelter
Director | May 1983 – May 1996
Rowland Unified School District
Elementary Substitute Teacher/Teacher | January 1980 – January 1983
Maryvale Girls School
Childcare Worker | July 1978 – January 1980
Learning Tree Day Care Center
Teacher | August 1976 – August 1977
Little Rock School District
Substitute Teacher | September 1975 – June 1976
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Educational Background
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Masters of Science Degree in Counseling, 3.933 GPA, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR. June 1986 – May 1988
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Cal Poly Pomona, Pomona, CA, 12 Graduate Hours, September 1982 – January 1983
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Bachelor of Science Degree in Child Development, Magna Cum Laude, University of Arkansas, Pine Bluff, Pine Bluff, AR, September 1971 – August 1975
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High School Diploma, Horace Mann High School, Little Rock, AR, September 1968 – June 1971
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Previous Political Experience
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Served on Healthcare Reform and Legislative Committee for Children and Adult Services that ensured the health and welfare of mental health clients in the state of Arkansas from 2005-2014
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Served on the Executive Board as Secretary and Past President of the Mental Health Council which represented 15 community mental health centers from across the state
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Served as a delegate from Arkansas representing mental health for Hill Day in Washington, DC through the National Association of Behavioral Health for over ten years
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Community Service: Leadership Positions, Accomplishments &Awards
Leadership Position
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President Little Rock Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC, 2007 - 2011
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Vice-Chair Person, Board of Directors for Delta Presents Outreach Foundation
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Executive Board Member of Little Rock Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
Accomplishments & Awards
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2019 Monroe "Billy" Murdock Woman of the Year Award
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2018 Delta Dear of the Year Award
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2013 Senator Erma Hunter Brown Leadership Award
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2012 LRAC Physical and Mental Health Award
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2010 Women of Excellence Award
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2009 Cluster Delta of the Year Award
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2008 Spirit of Delta Award
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2006 Woman in the Mirror Award
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2006 Step Up Support Center Community Service Award
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2004 Delta of the Year Award for Exceptional Eervice
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2003 ICON Award Professional Counseling Associates Award
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1991- 1997 National Chairperson Award from the National Association of Black Social Workers
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1997 Top 5 Women of Excellence for Public Service Award
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1996 Dr. R.K. Young Humanitarian Award
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1995 Outstanding Youth Provider Award
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1995 Center Stage Award for Outstanding Service at Center’s for Youth and Families
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1987 & 1993 Exemplary Leadership Award
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1992 Community Service District Award
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1988 Arkansas Mental Health Community Service Award
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1987 Positive Role Model for Youth in the East End Community Award
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1986 Outstanding Young Woman of America Award
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Religious, Civic, & Volunteer Activities
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Member of New Zion Grove Worship Center
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Serve on the leadership team of the “I Love My Church” Financial Committee
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Member of National and State Black Social Workers Organization
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Taught three 6-week sessions on financial empowerment and sustainability
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Provided consultation and training for Sickle Cell Support Services Foundation
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Length of Time in Legislative District & In Arkansas
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15 years: Length of time in the legislative district
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1953: Born and raised in Arkansas
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After college in 1976, I moved away to Atlanta, Georgia and then moved to Rowland Heights, California
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1983: Returned to Arkansas to live
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