Christopher Griffin
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Experienced Substance Abuse Counselor ] with over 5 years of experience in drug treatment. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Outpatient Counselor
ORCA House Inc.
Cleveland, OH
06.2014 - 05.2018
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work
01.2009 - 06.2014
Skills
Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
Clinical interventions
Records management
Group psychotherapy expert
Adept at treatment and discharge planning
Biopsychosocial assessments
Certification
[Area of certification] Training - Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant in process of getting my License Chemical Depending License II
Timeline
Intensive Outpatient Counselor - ORCA House Inc.
06.2014 - 05.2018
[Area of certification] Training - Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant in process of getting my License Chemical Depending License II
05-2014
Cuyahoga Community College - Associate of Science, Social Work
01.2009 - 06.2014