Lindsey Jones
Lexington
Summary
Compassionate and community-focused with experience in behavioral health support, public service, and communications. Skilled in building relationships with diverse populations, maintaining documentation, and educating communities through understandable dialogue. Experienced and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. Passionate about Substance Use Disorder (SUD) recovery support, mental health awareness, and finding ways to connect people and families with supportive resources.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Rural Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service (USPS)
03.2026 - Current
- Deliver mail and packages efficiently while maintaining accuracy and adherence to federal regulations.
- Build positive relationships with community members through daily customer interactions.
- Independently manage routes, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing schedules and service demands.
- Maintain detailed records and ensure timely completion of assigned responsibilities.
- Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
News Producer
WKYT-TV
Lexington, KY
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Produced daily news broadcasts while coordinating with reporters, anchors, and production staff.
- Researched, organized, and communicated complex information to diverse audiences through platforms such as television broadcast, radio, social media, and podcasts.
- Managed tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Developed strong public communication and storytelling skills through community-centered reporting.
Direct Support Assistant
Adanta Group
Somerset KY
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Supported people experiencing behavioral health and developmental challenges.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals and increasing independence through daily support services.
- Maintained accurate documentation and records in accordance with agency and legal standards.
- Collaborated with teams across multiple disciplines to ensure continuity of care to clients.
- Built trusting relationships with clients and families while promoting dignity and personalized care.
Public Affairs Intern
Kentucky Educational Television (KET)
Lexington, KY
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with research, content development, and community-focused public affairs programming.
- Used professional photography/videography, audio, and lighting equipment to enhance storytelling across platforms such as television broadcast, radio, social media, and podcasts.
- Communicated with community members to gather information and coordinate educational projects.
Legal Assistant
Michele Wilson Jones, Attorney at Law
Whitley City, KY
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained confidential records and documentation.
- Communicated professionally with clients and assisted with case organization.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Direct Support Professional
Cumberland Behavior Group
Somerset, KY
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Supported individuals with mental and developmental challenges through individualized behavioral support plans.
- Assisted with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and integration into the local community.
- Encouraged skill development to increase client independence.
- Coordinated appointments, schedules, and support activities.
- Maintained documentation regarding client progress and support services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Kentucky College of Communication/Information
Lexington, KY12-2023
Skills
- Behavioral Health Support
- Community Outreach
- Public Speaking
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Case Coordination and Referrals
- Relationship Building
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Communication and Collaboration
- Crisis Awareness and De-escalation
- Time Management and Organization
- Independent Field Work
- Defensive driving
- Reliability and punctuality
- Technology proficiency
Timeline
Rural Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service (USPS)
03.2026 - Current
News Producer
WKYT-TV
02.2024 - 03.2026
Public Affairs Intern
Kentucky Educational Television (KET)
08.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Support Assistant
Adanta Group
06.2022 - 02.2024
Legal Assistant
Michele Wilson Jones, Attorney at Law
06.2022 - 08.2022
Direct Support Professional
Cumberland Behavior Group
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Kentucky College of Communication/Information
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Mellow Mushroom – Server
- Corder + Co. – Retail Associate
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS FOR YOUTH TREATMENT COORDINATOR
- Experience supporting individuals with behavioral health and developmental needs.
- Strong public speaking, presentation, and educational communication skills.
- Experience documenting services, maintaining records, and coordinating with multiple agencies.
- Proven ability to build rapport with community members, families, and service providers.
- Skilled in independent work, outreach, and relationship-building across diverse populations.