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AmberLi Bottineau-Castro

Spokane,WA

Summary

Adept at managing documentation and enhancing team support, I leveraged my time at Lourdes Counseling Center to significantly improve client access to special programs. My expertise in data entry and attention to detail, combined with a knack for facilitating impactful therapy sessions, has consistently fostered positive outcomes in addiction recovery.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee

Lourdes Counseling Center
Richland, WA
07.2018 - 01.2020
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
  • Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Developed referral process to assist client access to special programs and services.
  • Conducted assessments of client's mental health status and substance use history.
  • Provided individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address addiction issues.
  • Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.
  • Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
  • Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.

Withdrawal Aide

Lourdes Detox Center
Pasco, WA
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
  • Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
  • Monitored vital signs of detoxing patients.
  • Observed client's behaviors and reported any concerning actions to healthcare staff members.
  • Advised medical personnel on the progress of each patient's detoxification plan.
  • Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
  • Maintained a clean, organized workspace at all times, adhering to infection control standards.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to admission into the facility for accurate information regarding diagnosis and treatment.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during the process of detoxification.
  • Educated patients on the risks and benefits of continuing with treatment or stopping substance use.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
09-2015

Bachelor of Science - Psychology of Addiction

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN

Skills

  • Time management
  • Data entry
  • Documentation management
  • Documentation
  • Attention to detail
  • Team member support
  • Rules implementation
  • Records retrieval
  • Issue troubleshooting

Timeline

Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee

Lourdes Counseling Center
07.2018 - 01.2020

Withdrawal Aide

Lourdes Detox Center
07.2017 - 07.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Psychology of Addiction

Purdue University

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