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Amber Fisher

Kaufman,TX

Summary

Experienced counseling professional with a strong background in chemical dependency counseling, bringing expertise to a new role. Proven track record of developing and implementing highly effective treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of patients. Committed to fostering collaboration with team members to ensure comprehensive support and drive positive outcomes. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and ever-changing environments. Possess extensive knowledge in Buprenorphine, Methadone, and current treatment recommendations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Parkland Health Hospital
Dallas, TX
11.2021 - Current
  • Extensive experience in diagnosing substance abuse disorders, conducting psychosocial assessments, and performing COWs and CIWA evaluations
  • Skilled in providing treatment recommendations, advocating for patients, and educating healthcare professionals and the community on addiction
  • Knowledgeable in Buprenorphine and Methadone treatment, utilizing trauma informed care and Motivational Interviewing techniques to support patient recovery
  • Experienced in individual and group counseling, including relapse prevention, Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), and overdose prevention
  • Dedicated to meeting patients where they are to build trust, collaborating with outside agencies, and coordinating care with jail health services to ensure all patients receive the treatment and resources they need

Admissions Coordinator

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
04.2021 - Current
  • Assisting with clients’ queries and admissions procedures
  • Coordinate with various departments to admit clients to an appropriate level of treatment
  • Coordinate with outside agencies such as Parkland, various methadone clinics, Lifepath Services, OSAR, NTBHA, etc
  • Organizing and inputting information to databases
  • Handling phone calls and emails from prospective clients
  • Planning and coordinating with the admissions team about events

Case Manager for the Mommies Program

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
01.2016 - 04.2021
  • Worked with clients who have history of using opioid and pregnant
  • Provided education group (such as parenting, overdose prevention, relapse prevention, life skills, NAS, child development, etc.)
  • Worked closely with clients to make sure clients were getting appropriate prenatal care and taking their medication (i.e
  • Methadone) appropriately at the methadone clinic
  • Made positive impact in the community by developing strong relationships with Parkland Hospital and CPS
  • Had high level of success rate of clients receiving proper prenatal care, experience positive delivery, and having healthy babies

Outpatient Counselor

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Provide services to patients via individual and group counseling
  • Provide insights on how to make changes through using Rational Emotive Behavioral Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy and Motivational Interviewing
  • Develop treatment plan and discharge plan
  • Understand utilization benefits for Northstar and private insurance
  • Supervise practicum students and interns
  • Knowledge of Federal confidentiality rules, 42 CFR Part 2 and Privacy Standards, HIPPA
  • Proficient in Clinical Management for Behavioral Health Services (CMBHS)

Admission Counselor

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
11.2013 - 01.2015
  • Triage each client to determine to determine there is no barriers to admission
  • Determine clinical eligibility of clients
  • Obtain vital signs on all clients
  • Coordinate paperwork required to admit clients into appropriate programs
  • Perform CMBHS data entry as part of admissions
  • Make appropriate referral based on clients need if not appropriate for treatment at Nexus
  • Assist with insurance verification
  • Maintain daily census and counselor assignment

Education

Associates Degree - Applied Science

East Field College
Mesquite, TX

Skills

  • Diagnose substance use disorders
  • Knowledgeable in Buprenorphine and Methadone
  • Psychosocial assessments
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Family counseling
  • Therapeutic counseling techniques
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Dual-Diagnosis therapy
  • Co-Occurring Disorder therapy
  • Relapse prevention
  • Sobriety support
  • Crisis intervention
  • 12-Step Recovery Program knowledge
  • Case management
  • Resource provision
  • Intake assessments
  • Treatment plans
  • Discharge planning
  • Supervision of practicum students
  • Supervision of interns
  • EPIC knowledge
  • CMBHS knowledge
  • DSM 5 knowledge
  • Coordinated care
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Quality of care
  • Compassion towards clients
  • Independent work

Referrals

  • Gina Ahn, PsyD, LCDC, Clinical Manager for EPEP at Metrocare, gina.ahn@metrocareservices.org, 469-733-6092
  • Denise Young, Sr Reg Nurse at Parkland Health Hospital, denise.young@phhs.org, 469-419-1343
  • Loryn Kelly, LCDC, RA Director at Nexus Recovery, lkelley@nexusrecovery.org, 214-505-7348

Personal Information

Title: LCDC

Timeline

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Parkland Health Hospital
11.2021 - Current

Admissions Coordinator

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Case Manager for the Mommies Program

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
01.2016 - 04.2021

Outpatient Counselor

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016

Admission Counselor

Nexus Recovery Center, Inc.
11.2013 - 01.2015

Associates Degree - Applied Science

East Field College

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