Jessie Higgins, MA, LPC, LMFT
Chief Mental Health Officer at City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District- Claim this Profile
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Nisi Bennett
Jessie stands out as an exemplary beacon of dedication, passion, and genuine commitment. I've had the distinct pleasure of witnessing Jessie's transformative leadership in action, and it's evident that her rich portfolio is not just a testament to her years of experience but also to the depth and breadth of her impact. What impresses me most about Jessie is her unwavering dedication to uplifting and empowering others. Whether it's through advocacy, counseling, or teaching, she has a unique ability to resonate with individuals and inspire them to realize their fullest potential. This quality, coupled with her exceptional talent as a public speaker, ensures that her message is not only heard but deeply felt by all. Jessie's commitment to collaboration is commendable. She understands the essence of teamwork and consistently places the collective goal above all, fostering an environment of synergy and mutual respect. Her approach to giving back to the community is not just about service; it's about creating sustainable change by empowering individuals to be agents of their own transformation. For anyone fortunate enough to collaborate with Jessie, know that you're partnering with a visionary, a genuine advocate, and a team player in the truest sense of the term. I wholeheartedly recommend Jessie for any endeavor she sets her sights on, confident that she will bring unparalleled passion, expertise, and dedication to the table.
Nisi Bennett
Jessie stands out as an exemplary beacon of dedication, passion, and genuine commitment. I've had the distinct pleasure of witnessing Jessie's transformative leadership in action, and it's evident that her rich portfolio is not just a testament to her years of experience but also to the depth and breadth of her impact. What impresses me most about Jessie is her unwavering dedication to uplifting and empowering others. Whether it's through advocacy, counseling, or teaching, she has a unique ability to resonate with individuals and inspire them to realize their fullest potential. This quality, coupled with her exceptional talent as a public speaker, ensures that her message is not only heard but deeply felt by all. Jessie's commitment to collaboration is commendable. She understands the essence of teamwork and consistently places the collective goal above all, fostering an environment of synergy and mutual respect. Her approach to giving back to the community is not just about service; it's about creating sustainable change by empowering individuals to be agents of their own transformation. For anyone fortunate enough to collaborate with Jessie, know that you're partnering with a visionary, a genuine advocate, and a team player in the truest sense of the term. I wholeheartedly recommend Jessie for any endeavor she sets her sights on, confident that she will bring unparalleled passion, expertise, and dedication to the table.
Nisi Bennett
Jessie stands out as an exemplary beacon of dedication, passion, and genuine commitment. I've had the distinct pleasure of witnessing Jessie's transformative leadership in action, and it's evident that her rich portfolio is not just a testament to her years of experience but also to the depth and breadth of her impact. What impresses me most about Jessie is her unwavering dedication to uplifting and empowering others. Whether it's through advocacy, counseling, or teaching, she has a unique ability to resonate with individuals and inspire them to realize their fullest potential. This quality, coupled with her exceptional talent as a public speaker, ensures that her message is not only heard but deeply felt by all. Jessie's commitment to collaboration is commendable. She understands the essence of teamwork and consistently places the collective goal above all, fostering an environment of synergy and mutual respect. Her approach to giving back to the community is not just about service; it's about creating sustainable change by empowering individuals to be agents of their own transformation. For anyone fortunate enough to collaborate with Jessie, know that you're partnering with a visionary, a genuine advocate, and a team player in the truest sense of the term. I wholeheartedly recommend Jessie for any endeavor she sets her sights on, confident that she will bring unparalleled passion, expertise, and dedication to the table.
Nisi Bennett
Jessie stands out as an exemplary beacon of dedication, passion, and genuine commitment. I've had the distinct pleasure of witnessing Jessie's transformative leadership in action, and it's evident that her rich portfolio is not just a testament to her years of experience but also to the depth and breadth of her impact. What impresses me most about Jessie is her unwavering dedication to uplifting and empowering others. Whether it's through advocacy, counseling, or teaching, she has a unique ability to resonate with individuals and inspire them to realize their fullest potential. This quality, coupled with her exceptional talent as a public speaker, ensures that her message is not only heard but deeply felt by all. Jessie's commitment to collaboration is commendable. She understands the essence of teamwork and consistently places the collective goal above all, fostering an environment of synergy and mutual respect. Her approach to giving back to the community is not just about service; it's about creating sustainable change by empowering individuals to be agents of their own transformation. For anyone fortunate enough to collaborate with Jessie, know that you're partnering with a visionary, a genuine advocate, and a team player in the truest sense of the term. I wholeheartedly recommend Jessie for any endeavor she sets her sights on, confident that she will bring unparalleled passion, expertise, and dedication to the table.
Experience
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City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District
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United States
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Government Administration
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100 - 200 Employee
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Chief Mental Health Officer
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Jun 2022 - Present
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The Center for Health Care Services
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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400 - 500 Employee
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Clinical Administrator
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Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
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SOUTHWEST TEXAS REGIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Specialist, Southwest Texas Crisis Collaborative (STCC)
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Apr 2018 - Oct 2020
The Southwest Texas Crisis Collaborative (STCC) is an effort focused on ending ineffective utilization of services for the safety net population at the intersection of mental illness, homelessness, and high utilization in Southwest Texas. STCC is committed to improvement by developing a comprehensive, integrated crisis system across all major public payors, hospital providers, philanthropy, public safety (Fire/EMS and Law Enforcement) and behavioral health providers. As a Program Specialist, I… Show more The Southwest Texas Crisis Collaborative (STCC) is an effort focused on ending ineffective utilization of services for the safety net population at the intersection of mental illness, homelessness, and high utilization in Southwest Texas. STCC is committed to improvement by developing a comprehensive, integrated crisis system across all major public payors, hospital providers, philanthropy, public safety (Fire/EMS and Law Enforcement) and behavioral health providers. As a Program Specialist, I manage grants, run workgroups, present data in meaningful ways, and support the collaborative in its efforts to streamline and improve the mental health system across the region. www.strac.org/stcc Show less The Southwest Texas Crisis Collaborative (STCC) is an effort focused on ending ineffective utilization of services for the safety net population at the intersection of mental illness, homelessness, and high utilization in Southwest Texas. STCC is committed to improvement by developing a comprehensive, integrated crisis system across all major public payors, hospital providers, philanthropy, public safety (Fire/EMS and Law Enforcement) and behavioral health providers. As a Program Specialist, I… Show more The Southwest Texas Crisis Collaborative (STCC) is an effort focused on ending ineffective utilization of services for the safety net population at the intersection of mental illness, homelessness, and high utilization in Southwest Texas. STCC is committed to improvement by developing a comprehensive, integrated crisis system across all major public payors, hospital providers, philanthropy, public safety (Fire/EMS and Law Enforcement) and behavioral health providers. As a Program Specialist, I manage grants, run workgroups, present data in meaningful ways, and support the collaborative in its efforts to streamline and improve the mental health system across the region. www.strac.org/stcc Show less
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The Princeton Review
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United States
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Education Management
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700 & Above Employee
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GRE, ACT, SAT Instructor and Tutor
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Aug 2010 - Aug 2020
Instruct and tutor SAT, ACT, and GRE students Instruct and tutor SAT, ACT, and GRE students
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Nix Health Care System
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Quality Manager for Behavioral Health
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Nov 2017 - Apr 2018
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Certified Peer Specialist Supervisor
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Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
• Supervise and manage a team of Certified Peer Support Specialists providing individual and group services to individuals with mental illness • Provide clinical staffing and facilitate collaborative problem solving with team • Monitor and meet grant metrics through increased documentation and productivity • Attend trainings through ViaHope
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Clinical Practitioner III
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Jun 2014 - Nov 2017
• Counsel severely mentally ill individuals • Collaborate with team members and outside agencies and hospitals • Create and implement complex treatment plans • Crisis responding and interventions • Co-led Grief Recovery Group
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Clinical Practitioner II
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Oct 2013 - Jun 2014
• Case management and skills training for severely mentally ill individuals • Collaborated with team members and outside agencies and hospitals • Completed assessments and recovery plans with clients • Provided 24-hours on-call crisis responding and interventions
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Catholic Diocese of Austin
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Masters Level Counselor Intern
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May 2012 - May 2013
• Counseled individuals, families, couples, adolescents, and teens • Trained in Pornography and Sex Addiction and Post Abortion Recovery counseling • Co-led a Post Abortion Recovery group • Counseled individuals, families, couples, adolescents, and teens • Trained in Pornography and Sex Addiction and Post Abortion Recovery counseling • Co-led a Post Abortion Recovery group
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Education
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2010 - 2013
St. Edward's University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling -
2005 - 2008
Howard Payne University
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
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