Monica Swanson
Grand Forks
Summary
Resourceful counseling professional with experience in providing individual and group support to help clients suffering from substance abuse issues. Skilled in developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting assessments and providing referrals to external resources. Demonstrated ability to improve client functioning through innovative treatment planning and referral coordination, ensuring comprehensive support and confidentiality. Committed to advocating for client rights and helping build positive coping skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Meridian Behavior Health - Douglas Place
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in residential setting.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients to appropriate resources.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
Recovery Specialist
Meridian Behavioral Health - Douglas Place
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2020
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Case management
- Evidence-based practice
- Defining treatment objectives
- Crisis intervention
- Goal setting
- Substance abuse education
- Referral coordination
- Clinical documentation
Timeline
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Meridian Behavior Health - Douglas Place
01.2023 - Current
Recovery Specialist
Meridian Behavioral Health - Douglas Place
10.2020 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Dakota
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