Friendly and engaging counseling professional offering 8 years of experience working MAT. Skilled in team management, training and supervision for new hires and unlicensed practitioners. Passionate about providing support and resources for patients with substance abuse issues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Carolina Treatment Center Of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, NC
06.2020 - Current
Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
Provided counseling and support to 50 clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Middle School Social Studies and Science Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
Fayetteville, NC
08.2019 - 05.2020
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Program Director
Shallotte Treatment Center
Shallotte, NC
12.2016 - 10.2018
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Maintained and updated project related documents.
Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations.
Developed new clinic from ground up, laying out framework and defining roles.
Interacted with Executive Director to identify business needs and requirements.
Interviewed, hired, and trained staff of 4 including counselors, nurses and medical doctor.
Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Treatment Centers LLC
Charlotte, NC
05.2014 - 12.2016
Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
Provided counseling and support to 50 clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - History
Newberry College
Newberry, SC
12.2004
Skills
Providing community referrals
Individual counseling
Clinical assessment
Crisis Intervention
Clinical Documentation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Carolina Treatment Center Of Fayetteville
06.2020 - Current
Middle School Social Studies and Science Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
08.2019 - 05.2020
Program Director
Shallotte Treatment Center
12.2016 - 10.2018
Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Treatment Centers LLC
05.2014 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Newberry College
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