Adair Jensen Smith
Manager / Vocational Counselor
Email: adair.jensen-smith@thechoicegroup.com

What makes me get up and go to work in the morning is…
I enjoy my job. Every day is different and every day I get to help someone get a step closer to reaching their goal of becoming independent.

My most inspirational client is…
A young gentleman who is supporting his whole family – mom, brother and himself – on a meager $8 per hour. He is parenting the parent and is still able to hold himself together, show up for work, and do a great job at work.

My proudest professional achievement is …
Supported employment provider of the year.

The best insight I have gained from a client is…
Take it one day at a time.

Profile
Adair joined The Choice Group in 2004, bringing her knowledge of human services at the state level. Her experience includes case management for clients receiving welfare, where she worked primarily with Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) recipients involved in the VIEW Program (Virginia Initiative for Employment not Welfare). Adair excels in vocational rehabilitation and currently serves as a Manager in addition to working directly with clients.

Education and Certification
Adair graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology.