BONNIE SCHOTT
Port St. Lucie
Summary
Resourceful and empathetic substance use disorder counselor who has experience working in a 24 bed acute care hospital setting of a medically managed detox. I have 16 years of experience as a social worker with a diverse population including specialization in providing transitional services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorder’s. I am a quality-oriented professional with experience in social services, substance abuse counseling, and case management. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill a position on your team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Counselor
Rise Counseling of the Treasure Coast
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Conduct Biopsychosocial Assessments.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of client needs and progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients in recovery programs.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment plans to enhance effectiveness and outcomes.
- Established community partnerships to provide additional resources for clients and their families.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
- Developed customized aftercare plans for discharged clients, ensuring they had access to ongoing support services upon completion of formal treatment programs.
- Offered professional, respectful therapy to addicted individuals in SUD treatment facility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Promoted self-care practices among clients, teaching them effective stress management techniques that contributed to lasting recovery success.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, to help clients overcome personal barriers to recovery.
- Assisted clients in identifying triggers and developing personalized coping mechanisms, reducing the risk of relapse.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Evaluated client progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed to ensure continued success in their recovery journey.
- Established strong rapport with clients through active listening techniques and empathy, creating an environment conducive to healing.
Addiction Counselor
Rise Counseling of the Treasure Coast
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Adhere to ethical guidelines when providing services according to state regulations.
- Conferred with family members to inform of treatment planning and progress.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs in order to develop a plan for recovery.
- Provide crisis intervention and counseling to individuals suffering from addiction.
- Coordinated activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post treatment agencies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address addiction related topics such as relapse prevention, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to promote engagement in treatment activities.
- Collaborated with community resources to provide comprehensive services for clients in need of additional support.
- Worked closely with medical professionals such as physicians or psychiatrist when prescribing medications for treating dual diagnoses conditions.
Addictions Professional
New Horizons
11.2020 - 05.2024
- Adhered to ethical guidelines when providing services according to state regulations.
- Conferred with family members to inform of treatment planning and progress.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs in order to develop a plan for recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention and counseling to individuals suffering from addiction.
- Coordinated activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
- Participated in case conferences and staff meetings.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address addiction-related topics such as relapse prevention, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to promote engagement in treatment activities.
- Collaborated with community resources to provide comprehensive services for clients in need of additional support.
- Worked closely with medical professionals such as physicians or psychiatrists when prescribing medications for treating dual diagnoses conditions.
Addictions Professional
New Horizons
11.2020 - 04.2024
- Adhered to ethical guidelines when providing services according to state regulations.
- Conferred with family members to inform of treatment planning and progress.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs in order to develop a plan for recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention and counseling to individuals suffering from addiction.
- Coordinated activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
- Participated in case conferences and staff meetings.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address addiction-related topics such as relapse prevention, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to promote engagement in treatment activities.
- Collaborated with community resources to provide comprehensive services for clients in need of additional support.
- Worked closely with medical professionals such as physicians or psychiatrists when prescribing medications for treating dual diagnoses conditions.
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Berkshire Medical Center
11.2014 - 08.2020
- Provided counseling during medically managed detox process.
- Worked with patient’s to complete treatment plans and assessments.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on relapse prevention.
- Demonstrated an ability to work appropriately with other members of the treatment team, court systems, hospitals, and physicians.
- Knowledge of obtaining insurance authorizations.
- Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.
- Through knowledge of medication assisted treatment.
Social Worker
Clinical & Support Options
01.2007 - 09.2014
- Provided support services to adults.
- Taught basic living skills.
- Assisted in developing and maintaining a support network.
- Advocate and assist in accessing and utilizing social services, income assistance, housing, health care, and employment.
- Evaluated progress and made recommendations for treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve client outcomes.
- Negotiated on behalf of clients for referral services.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with clients, families, and other professionals.
Education
Licensed Alcohol And Drug Counselor - Addiction
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA09.2017
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA, US05.2006
Skills
- Good communications skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Highly organized and efficient
- Ability to work under pressure
- Individualized Counseling
- Community resource collaboration
Timeline
Addiction Counselor
Rise Counseling of the Treasure Coast
05.2024 - 11.2025
Addiction Counselor
Rise Counseling of the Treasure Coast
05.2024 - 11.2025
Addictions Professional
New Horizons
11.2020 - 05.2024
Addictions Professional
New Horizons
11.2020 - 04.2024
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Berkshire Medical Center
11.2014 - 08.2020
Social Worker
Clinical & Support Options
01.2007 - 09.2014
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Licensed Alcohol And Drug Counselor - Addiction
University of Massachusetts