Alisha Richardson
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Client-focused professional with training and expertise to help individuals with mental, emotional and substance abuse problems. Excels in counseling, personalized support and crisis intervention.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor/Mental Health Coordinator
Addiction Treatment of Maryland
Dundalk, MD
03.2022 - Current
- Assessed clients to determine individual needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address addiction issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
- Conducted assessments of client's mental health status and substance use history.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress in the electronic medical record system.
- Developed aftercare plans for clients transitioning out of treatment programs.
- Educated clients about available community resources for continued recovery support.
- Monitored client compliance with medication regimens prescribed by psychiatrists or primary care physicians.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Advised families on how to support their loved one throughout the recovery process.
- Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation met state regulations and standards of practice.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical
Carroll Community College
Westminster, MD10-2021
High School Diploma -
Francis Scott Key High School
Union Bridge, MD01-2006
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services Counseling
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MDSome College (No Degree) - Customer Service Management
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MDSkills
- Family Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Defining treatment objectives
- Individual Therapy
- Client evaluation
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Clinical Documentation
- Community Resources
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor/Mental Health Coordinator
Addiction Treatment of Maryland
03.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant - Medical
Carroll Community College
High School Diploma -
Francis Scott Key High School
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services Counseling
The Community College of Baltimore County
Some College (No Degree) - Customer Service Management
Anne Arundel Community College