Aubrey Nichols
Sheffield,PA
Summary
Skilled in leading psycho-educational groups on recovery topics such as relapse prevention and anger management. Evaluated client behaviors to identify high-risk scenarios and addressed treatment obstacles. Documented client progress and contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for care recommendations. Applied crisis intervention techniques in individual counseling and upheld behavioral expectations in structured settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Abraxas Youth & Family Services
Marienville, PA
06.2023 - Current
- Led psycho-educational groups to educate clients on recovery topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and coping skills.
- Evaluated client behaviors to identify high-risk scenarios that may lead to relapse or increased risk of harm due to substance use behaviors.
- Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.
- Counseled clients individually through sessions, court meetings, and everyday routines in the dorm.
- Processed legal paperwork through Abraxas and communicated regularly with families regarding client progress.
- Reinforced expectations for client behavior within the dorm and held clients accountable by writing a plan of correction.
- Recorded detailed progress notes during client sessions, treatment updates, and discharge recommendations.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and formulate recommendations for continued care.
Life-skills worker 1
Abraxas
Marienville, PA
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Performed regular checks every night to monitor the sleeping status of juvenile girls at 12-minute intervals.
- Monitored the girls' sleeping patterns and assisted them in returning to bed.
Employee
Tim Hortons Cafe and Bake Shop
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Prepared customer orders in a high-volume environment, ensuring accuracy and timely service.
- Ensured orders were correct and enjoyable, contributing to customer satisfaction.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Achieved recognition through various performance competitions with coworkers.
Direct Support Professional
Merakey
Warren, PA
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Supported individuals with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities to be active in the community while helping them reach their personal goals of being an active participant in their daily lives.
- Assisted at local library, clothing store, and community centers to support various programs.
- Volunteered at the library, clothing store, groups, ymca and other community hotspots.
Caregiver
Public Partnerships LLC
Warren, PA
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Assisted elder with daily tasks to enhance comfort and independence at home.
- Provided daily personal care and companionship to participants, fostering trust and emotional support through Public Partnerships LLC programs.
- Observed client conditions to ensure safety and well-being in their environment., promptly reporting concerns to supervisors and care teams to ensure timely intervention.
- Monitored client safety and reported concerns to supervisors and care teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
08.2024 - 08.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Police
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown, NY 05.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Warren Area High School
Warren, PA 06.2012 - 06.2016
Skills
- Substance Use Education
- Relapse Prevention Strategies
- Psychoeducational Facilitation
- Crisis intervention
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Behavioral Therapy
- Care coordination
- Documentation
- Client evaluations
- Customer Service
- Caregiver
- Personal support
- Personal Care
- Home healthcare
- Special needs (2 years)
- Life skills training
- Family therapy
- Conflict Management
- Case management
Personal Information
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
First Aid/CPR
Safe Crisis Management - SCM Certified
Awards
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
08.2024 - 08.2026
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Abraxas Youth & Family Services
06.2023 - Current
Life-skills worker 1
Abraxas
03.2023 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Police
Jamestown Community College
05.2021 - 05.2023
Direct Support Professional
Merakey
12.2019 - 01.2022
Caregiver
Public Partnerships LLC
06.2016 - 08.2019
Employee
Tim Hortons Cafe and Bake Shop
08.2015 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Warren Area High School
06.2012 - 06.2016