Alan Traylor
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 10 years of experience in Dual Diagnosis Residential Inpatient Facilities settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Desire to pursue new role with teaching Substance Abuse Coordinator that signs off hours for interns group.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Specialist
Southern Ca. Health And Rehabilitation Program
12.2018 - Current
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences
Substance Abuse Counselor
Authentic Recovery Center
10.2008 - 03.2015
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs
Education
No Degree - Social And Human Service Workert
Mental Health Community Development Institute
229 N. Central Ave, Glendale CA07.2010
Skills
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Intakes and Discharges
- Providing Community Referrals
- Client Evaluation
- Electronic Charting
- Addictions and Substance Abuse
- Lead Counseling Groups
- Group Activities
- Interventions Understanding
- Relaxation Techniques
- Staff Meetings
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Case Planning and Management
- Progress Notes Updates
- Time Management
- Prevention Programs
- Addiction Counseling
- Case Management
- Court Hearings
- Household Chores
- Client Care
- Individual counseling
- Goal Setting
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Community Health Center Credentialing
- Court Hearings
- Household Chores
- Client Care
- Specimen testing
- Providing community referrals
- Cultural Awareness
- Addiction Counseling
- Case Management
- Court Hearings
- Household Chores
- Client Care
Timeline
Substance Abuse Specialist
Southern Ca. Health And Rehabilitation Program
12.2018 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
Authentic Recovery Center
10.2008 - 03.2015
No Degree - Social And Human Service Workert
Mental Health Community Development Institute
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