Cory Hamilton
chicago,United States
Summary
Accomplished Substance Abuse Counselor with a proven track record at Ascension, enhancing long-term sobriety through innovative relapse prevention strategies and comprehensive case management. Skilled in motivational interviewing and crisis intervention, successfully reduced relapse rates and fostered client resilience. Expert in clinical documentation and maintaining client confidentiality, committed to empowering individuals on their recovery journey.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Ascension
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, deescalating situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Southwood Interventions
Chicago, IL
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, deescalating situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
Substance Abuse Counselor
PLCCA
Chicago, IL
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Lutheran Social Services Of IL
Chicago, IL
02.2009 - 09.2019
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Education
Social Work
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILAssociate Degree In Applied Science - Substance Abuse
Harold Washington Collegy
Chicago, ILSkills
- Case Management
- Clinical Documentation
- 12-Step Program Knowledge
- Client Confidentiality
- Relapse Prevention
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- Substance Use Screening
- Motivational Interviewing
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Management
- Medication-Assisted Treatment
- Multicultural Competence
- Addiction Assessment
- Individual Counseling
- Providing community referrals
- Substance detoxification
- Continuing care planning
- Clinical assessment
- Goal Setting
- Life Skills Training
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Ascension
01.2023 - 09.2024
Substance Abuse Counselor
Southwood Interventions
09.2021 - 01.2023
Substance Abuse Counselor
PLCCA
09.2019 - 05.2022
Substance Abuse Counselor
Lutheran Social Services Of IL
02.2009 - 09.2019
Social Work
Northeastern Illinois University
Associate Degree In Applied Science - Substance Abuse
Harold Washington Collegy