Alyssa Stanton
Kenai,AK
Summary
Experienced counseling professional with a background in supporting individuals navigating substance abuse needs. Experience includes individual sessions, group sessions, assessments, treatment planning, and community collaboration. Skilled in empathetic communication, crisis management, and building trust with clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Kenaitze Indian Tribe
Kenai, Alaska
03.2022 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients facing chemical dependency issues.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic interventions and support services.
- Advocated for clients' needs within community resources, promoting access to essential services.
- Collaborated with Henu Community Wellness Court to provide treatment services to non-beneficiary demographic.
River Technician
Kenaitze Indian Tribe
Kenai, AK
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Provided education to guests regarding local area, proper fishing gear, safety needs, and respect practices for Dena'ina land.
- Assisted with fish processing for KIT tribal net needs including distribution to elders within Kenaitze Indian Tribe.
- Collaborated with the National Forest Services rangers to provide education and resources pertaining to Dena'ina traditions.
Cultural Ranger
Kenaitze Indian Tribe
Kenai, AK
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Managed visitor interactions, providing information on local ecology and cultural practices.
- Developed and implemented educational programs to promote environmental & cultural awareness among visitors.
- Coordinated volunteer activities, fostering community engagement in understanding Dena'ina cultural activities.
- Led guided tours, enhancing visitor experience through storytelling and knowledge sharing regarding Dena'ina history.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Candidate
University of Mary
Bismarck, North Dakota, US04-2026
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona, US05-2021
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Client advocacy
- Multicultural competence
- Continuing education
- Crisis intervention
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptabile
- Addiction assessment
- Verbal communication
Certification
- Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor 1
- Certified White Bison Firestarter
- Certified Moral Reconation Therapy facilitator
Timeline
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Kenaitze Indian Tribe
03.2022 - Current
River Technician
Kenaitze Indian Tribe
06.2020 - 09.2020
Cultural Ranger
Kenaitze Indian Tribe
06.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science (M.S.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Candidate
University of Mary
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Grand Canyon University