Berman Bennett
Independent Driver
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dedicated Vocation Specialist with a strong background in counseling and rehabilitation. Proven ability to develop individualized plans, facilitate client progress, and enhance communication among multidisciplinary teams to support client success in educational and vocational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Retired From Working
Baltimore MD
12.2015 - 02.2026
- Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely service of delivering their medication.
- Streamlined appointment coordination and schedule oversight, ensuring optimal alignment between healthcare providers and patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule appointments and manage patient flow.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care measures.
- Improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and workflows.
Vocation Specialist
People Encouraging People
Baltimore, MD
12.2015 - 02.2026
- Counseled clients to return to school to obtain GED. AA Degree and recapture past accomplishments.
- Assisted client's to receive their benefits from SSI and SSDI.
- Reviewed medical/psychological data.
- Assisted with developing rehabilitation plans, community services and follow-up support, providing job placement and follow-up support.
- Assisted with Job Development & Placement.
- Connected clients with job opportunities, and assisted with resume writing and interview preparation.
Methadone Maintenance Counselor
University of Maryland Health Systems
Baltimore, MD
09.2007 - 12.2015
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address diverse client needs and promote mental wellness.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, enhancing communication and support among participants.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' psychological health and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies for clients.
- Mentored junior counselors, providing guidance on best practices and professional development.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client engagement and progress.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Substance Abuse Counselor
No Turning Back Behavioral Health
Baltimore, MD
01.2007 - 04.2013
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to support client recovery goals.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive client assessments.
- Facilitated educational workshops on substance abuse prevention and coping strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care and support services.
Education
Master of Arts - Vocation Rehabilitation/Education
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD05-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Substance Abuse Counseling
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD05-2010
Associate of Arts - Addiction Counseling
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD05-2007
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Reliable team player
- EMR / EHR
- CPR
- Patient assessments
- Professionalism and ethics
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient care coordination
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resource Management
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Retired From Working
12.2015 - 02.2026
Vocation Specialist
People Encouraging People
12.2015 - 02.2026
Methadone Maintenance Counselor
University of Maryland Health Systems
09.2007 - 12.2015
Substance Abuse Counselor
No Turning Back Behavioral Health
01.2007 - 04.2013
Master of Arts - Vocation Rehabilitation/Education
Coppin State University
Bachelor of Arts - Substance Abuse Counseling
Coppin State University
Associate of Arts - Addiction Counseling
Baltimore City Community College