Andrea Catherine Pappas
Graduate Student/ Substance Use Therapist
Norwalk,OH
Summary
Skilled at using educational knowledge and industry expertise to achieve cutting-edge results. Ready to develop new skills and grow knowledge by gaining practical experience. Quick learner familiar with common software applications and research methodologies. Research-driven and highly organized worker bringing articulate communication skills and strong attention to detail. Dedicated, responsible and eager to grow abilities while boosting operational success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substance Abuse Therapist
Firelands Mental Health And Recovery Services
Norwalk, OH
08.2020 - Current
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Internship Student
Office Of National Drug Control Policy
Washington, DC
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Delivered political subject matter expertise to government representatives and civic officials.
- Isolated research topics of interest and devised well-coordinated studies employing data analysis techniques.
- Drafted articles, letters, reports and technical documents on policy and public affairs issues for publication.
- Identified, researched and tracked legislative issues relevant to current public issues.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH 08.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH 08.2020 - 04.2022
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Written Communication
Attention to Detail
Timeline
Substance Abuse Therapist
Firelands Mental Health And Recovery Services
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Tiffin University
08.2020 - 04.2022
Internship Student
Office Of National Drug Control Policy
01.2020 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Tiffin University
08.2018 - 05.2020