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APRIL GALLEGOS

Farmington,NM

Summary

Dedicated behavioral health professional and Advanced Standing Master of Social Work (MSW) student with more than 12 years of experience providing counseling, case management, recovery support, workforce development, and human services to diverse populations. Currently employed as a Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA), providing individual counseling, group facilitation, treatment planning, psychoeducation, and recovery support services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Experienced in crisis intervention, psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, client advocacy, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Counselor (LSAA)

Cenikor Foundation
Farmington, New Mexico
03.2026 - Current

• Provide individual and group counseling services for clients experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

• Complete assessments, treatment planning, progress documentation, discharge planning, and recovery support services.

• Utilize Motivational Interviewing, CBT techniques, relapse prevention, and psychoeducation to support client recovery.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams to coordinate care and improve client outcomes.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and compliance with agency standards.

  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support client recovery and personal development.

Case Manager

San Juan County Alternative Sentencing Division
Farmington, New Mexico
07.2021 - 03.2026

• Managed caseloads of justice-involved individuals participating in treatment and recovery programs.
• Conducted intake assessments, goal planning, referrals, aftercare planning, and ongoing case management services.
• Coordinated behavioral health, substance use treatment, housing, employment, medical, and community support services.
• Facilitated recovery support services, family education, and client advocacy.
• Maintained documentation, progress reports, and multidisciplinary communication with community partners.

Community Engagement Specialist

Help New Mexico, Inc.
Farmington, New Mexico
07.2020 - 07.2021

• Served as liaison between employers, workforce development programs, and participants.
• Conducted intake assessments, employment planning, job readiness counseling, and community outreach.
• Developed partnerships with employers throughout San Juan, McKinley, and Cibola Counties.
• Assisted participants in achieving employment, education, and self-sufficiency goals.

Career Development Specialist

SER Jobs for Progress
Farmington, New Mexico
02.2019 - 06.2020

• Provided workforce development services, case management, and employment support for adult participants.
• Conducted assessments, developed service plans, and monitored participant progress.
• Assisted participants with training opportunities, employment placement, and supportive services.
• Maintained program compliance and completed required reporting and documentation.

Texas Works Advisor

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Midland Texas
06.2018 - 02.2019

• Determined eligibility for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, and related public assistance programs.
• Conducted client interviews and assessments while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
• Managed confidential client information and maintained accurate case records.

Youth Career Development Specialist

SER Jobs for Progress
Farmington, New Mexico
08.2017 - 05.2018

• Assisted youth ages 16–24 with career planning, employment readiness, educational goals, and workforce development services.
• Conducted assessments, eligibility screenings, case management, and participant monitoring.
• Developed partnerships with local businesses and community agencies to support youth success.

Case Manager / Peer Mentor

San Juan County Alternative Sentencing Division
Farmington, New Mexico
04.2014 - 08.2017

• Managed caseloads of justice-involved individuals participating in treatment and recovery programs.
• Conducted intake assessments, goal planning, referrals, aftercare planning, and ongoing case management services.
• Coordinated behavioral health, substance use treatment, housing, employment, medical, and community support services.
• Facilitated recovery support services, family education, and client advocacy.
• Maintained documentation, progress reports, and multidisciplinary communication with community partners.

Career Development Specialist

SER Jobs for Progress
Farmington, New Mexico
11.2010 - 05.2013

• Provided workforce development services, case management, and employment support for adult participants.
• Conducted assessments, developed service plans, and monitored participant progress.
• Assisted participants with training opportunities, employment placement, and supportive services.
• Maintained program compliance and completed required reporting and documentation.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

New Mexico Highlands University
Farmington, NM
01-2027

Bachelor of Social Work -

New Mexico Highlands University
Farmington, NM
05-2026

Associate of Arts - Human Services, Substance Abuse Concentration

San Juan College
Farmington, NM
05-2017

Skills

  • Behavioral Health Assessment Psychosocial Assessment Crisis Intervention
  • Individual Counseling Group Facilitation Treatment Planning
  • Discharge Planning Clinical Documentation Case Management
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI) CBT Techniques Trauma-Informed Care
  • Substance Use Treatment Recovery Support Services Client Advocacy
  • Community Resource Navigation Multidisciplinary Collaboration Cultural Competency
  • Strengths-Based Practice Family Engagement Care Coordination

Certification

  • Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA)
  • Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW)

Timeline

Counselor (LSAA)

Cenikor Foundation
03.2026 - Current

Case Manager

San Juan County Alternative Sentencing Division
07.2021 - 03.2026

Community Engagement Specialist

Help New Mexico, Inc.
07.2020 - 07.2021

Career Development Specialist

SER Jobs for Progress
02.2019 - 06.2020

Texas Works Advisor

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
06.2018 - 02.2019

Youth Career Development Specialist

SER Jobs for Progress
08.2017 - 05.2018

Case Manager / Peer Mentor

San Juan County Alternative Sentencing Division
04.2014 - 08.2017

Career Development Specialist

SER Jobs for Progress
11.2010 - 05.2013

Master of Social Work - Social Work

New Mexico Highlands University

Bachelor of Social Work -

New Mexico Highlands University

Associate of Arts - Human Services, Substance Abuse Concentration

San Juan College