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Ada Thomas

Columbus,GA

Summary

Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder/Facilitator

21st Century Sisters Unity Project, LLC
10.2022 - Current
  • Develop evidence-based programs that address various aspects of recovery, including mental health support, substance use treatment, life skills training, and employment readiness
  • Engage with local communities to raise awareness about substance abuse issues and available resources
  • Regularly assess program outcomes through participant feedback and performance metrics to ensure all goals were met.
  • Create annual budgets that align with organizational goals while ensuring adequate funding for programs

Program Director

Connections The Place 2B / New Horizons Behavioral Health
11.2018 - Current
    • Develop and implement comprehensive outreach strategies to engage community members and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and goals.
    • Maintain accurate records and prepare reports related to community program activities
    • Identify potential community partners and build lasting partnerships to promote the work and mission of the company
    • Schedules community outings, outreach, and collaborative efforts with various partners in the area.

Co-Occurring Group Counselor

REACH / New Horizons Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Leads support group for clients in substance abuse recovery with co-occurring mental health diagnoses
  • Completed daily (GIOP) notes on goals, interventions, objectives, and plans for submission to Catalyst medical database.
  • Promote a consensus-building approach where every member has a say in the structure of the group.
  • Maintain confidentiality and respect the individual needs of the client members.

Group Facilitator

Midtown Recovery / New Horizons Behavioral Health
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Completed daily (GIOP) notes on goals, interventions, objectives, and plans for submission to Catalyst medical database
  • Facilitate group therapy sessions to foster peer support and provide a safe space for clients to share their experiences.
  • Monitor and track clients' progress throughout their treatment journey, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
  • Coordinate quarterly substance abuse program graduation ceremony.

Medical Records Clerk

West Central Clinical Services
01.2017 - 07.2017
  • Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
  • Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
  • Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
  • Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.

Secretary

Chattahoochee Valley Better Way Foundation
02.2014 - 06.2015
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.

Education

Master of Science - Human Service Counseling: Addiction and Recovery

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01.2015

Bachelor of Human Service - Minor in Psychology

Troy State University
Phenix City, AL
01.2008

Certifications & Trainings

• WRAP Facilitator • WHAM Facilitator • Certified Peer Specialist • Addictive Disease Counselor • Problem Gambling Facilitator • Programming in Carelogic & Catalyst Systems • Respect Institute • Weekly case management for 15 clients in recovery • Monthly status of programming and services reports • Founder and facilitator of 21st Century Sister's Unity Project Recovery Support Group, LLC

Timeline

Co-Occurring Group Counselor

REACH / New Horizons Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 08.2024

Founder/Facilitator

21st Century Sisters Unity Project, LLC
10.2022 - Current

Group Facilitator

Midtown Recovery / New Horizons Behavioral Health
04.2022 - 10.2022

Program Director

Connections The Place 2B / New Horizons Behavioral Health
11.2018 - Current

Medical Records Clerk

West Central Clinical Services
01.2017 - 07.2017

Secretary

Chattahoochee Valley Better Way Foundation
02.2014 - 06.2015

Master of Science - Human Service Counseling: Addiction and Recovery

Liberty University

Bachelor of Human Service - Minor in Psychology

Troy State University
Ada Thomas