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Cristal Adame

Cristal Adame

Anaheim,CA

Summary

Dedicated Addiction Counseling and Prevention Specialist trainee with coursework in substance use disorders, relapse prevention, and motivational interviewing. Experienced in building rapport and supporting individuals in crisis through active listening and empathy. Background in patient care and community safety enhances ability to promote recovery and client empowerment. Seeking an internship to apply knowledge and develop clinical skills in a supportive treatment environment.

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years of professional experience

Work History

Ocean Coast Recovery Center

Physician tech-support
Costa Mesa, California
09.2026 - Current
Supported positive relationships with clients and staff.
  • Provided emotional support, encouragement, and guidance to clients and families.
  • Helped maintain comfort and safety within residential setting.
  • Listened closely, documented client behavior, and shared observations with clinical staff.
  • Protected client confidentiality at all times.
  • Collected and supervised urine analysis testing, with proper reporting and documentation.
Observed self-administration of medication and recorded details thoroughly.
  • Entered medication records in centrally stored medication log and EMR.
  • Completed intake assessments and consents with clients.
  • Conducted patient rounds every 30 minutes.
  • Recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, oxygen saturation, temperature, pulse, and respiration.
  • Performed contraband checks and random room searches.
  • Led groups, outings, and educational sessions.
  • Transported clients to meetings and appointments.
Provided crisis intervention and supported healthy residential and work environment.
  • Followed all applicable regulations and ethical standards.
  • Joined team meetings and training sessions as needed.
Applied strong knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
  • Communicated clearly and built strong working relationships.
  • Worked well in fast-paced environment.
  • Applied knowledge of 12-step recovery model, including AA, CA, NA, and Alanon.
  • Maintained professional ethics, boundaries, and patient confidentiality.
  • Used EHR systems and basic computer skills with proficiency.
  • Stayed organized, managed time well, and completed documentation accurately.
  • Collaborated effectively with clinical staff and administration.
  • Ability to maintain professional ethics, boundaries, and patient confidentiality
  • Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer skills
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and documentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical staff and administration

Intern

Clinica Romero
Los Angeles, California
09.2026 - Current
  • Assist with client intake and assessment procedures.
  • Enter and update client information in HMIS or electronic records.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
  • Observe individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Learn and practice motivational interviewing techniques.
  • Participate in staff meetings and case discussions.
  • Assist with treatment planning and documentation under supervision.
  • Help connect clients with community resources and support services.
  • Provide support and encouragement to clients working toward recovery.
  • Observe and learn about substance use treatment and recovery services.
  • Complete required documentation and filing.
  • Follow confidentiality, ethical, and workplace guidelines.
  • Communicate professionally with clients, counselors, and other staff.
  • Participate in training related to substance use, mental health, and recovery.

Intern

Weingart Center
Los Angeles, California
09.2026 - Current
  • Assist with client intake and assessment procedures.
  • Enter and update client information in HMIS or electronic records.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
  • Observe individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Learn and practice motivational interviewing techniques.
  • Participate in staff meetings and case discussions.
  • Assist with treatment planning and documentation under supervision.
  • Help connect clients with community resources and support services.
  • Provide support and encouragement to clients working toward recovery.
  • Observe and learn about substance use treatment and recovery services.
  • Complete required documentation and filing.
  • Follow confidentiality, ethical, and workplace guidelines.
  • Communicate professionally with clients, counselors, and other staff.
  • Participate in training related to substance use, mental health, and recovery.

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
Los Angeles, California
01.2019 - Current
  • Monitored premises to protect staff, property, and surrounding area.
  • Recorded suspicious activity and shared reports with management for follow-up.
  • Followed lawful procedures to protect staff, property, and surrounding area.
  • Completed regular and random patrols around building and perimeter.
  • Responded quickly and accurately during crisis situations.
  • Kept composure under pressure to support calm, peaceful environment.

job coach

Westview Services
Los Angeles, California
10.2025 - 06.2026
  • Provided basic care for patients, including grooming, feeding, and hygiene support
  • Provided assistance to patients during mealtime to ensure proper nutrition intake.
  • Helping patients feel comfortable with their surroundings
  • Supported patients in achieving daily objectives and enhancing their personal progress
  • Maintained a balanced and orderly environment by delegating responsibilities among staff

Medical Assistant

northwest community Clinic
Los Angeles, California
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • documented vital signs, including temperatures and height and weight measurements, to support accurate patient assessments
  • taking and recording medical histories
  • preparing patients and parents for examinations and medical procedures
  • assisted physicians during examinations, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort
  • Collected and prepared laboratory specimens, including vaccines and blood samples, for testing in a clinical environment.
  • comforted children during procedures and addressed parents' questions, fostering a supportive environment

day porter

AAA Companies
Los Angeles, California
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for daily operations.
  • Maintained cleanliness in common areas and restrooms, contributing to high facility standards.
  • Reported maintenance issues promptly to facilitate timely repairs and upkeep.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to visitors and staff, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all cleaning procedures for risk management.

Medical Assistant

Angels Family Practices
Los Angeles, California
01.2011 - 01.2011
  • Recorded vital signs, including temperatures, height, and weight measurements.
  • Collected and documented comprehensive medical histories for accurate assessments.
  • Prepared patients and guardians for examinations and medical procedures.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Collected laboratory specimens, administered vaccines, drew blood, and prepared medications.
  • Established rapport with children to alleviate anxiety during procedures.
  • Explained medical procedures to parents in clear, understandable terms.

Nursing Assistant

Hyland Homes
Westminster, California
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Groomed patients by combing hair, brushing teeth, and cleaning dentures to enhance personal hygiene and self-esteem.
  • Shaved patients to uphold personal hygiene standards and promote comfort.
  • Checked vitals: temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure; recorded findings on patient's chart.
  • Facilitated patient meals to ensure nutritional intake and support overall health.
  • Changed bedding and removed soiled materials for cleanliness.
  • Helped patients acclimate to surroundings for comfort.

Telemarketer

Pacific Monarch Resorts Inc.
Anaheim, California
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Contacted private individuals by telephone to solicit sales for goods, enhancing outreach efforts

Facilitated sales for various goods and services through direct outreach.

  • Explained products, services, and prices while addressing customer inquiries to facilitate informed purchasing decisions
  • Recorded names, addresses, and reactions of prospects to track engagement and inform follow-up strategies

Cashier/Customer Service Representative

McDonald's Restaurant
Anaheim, California
01.2008 - 01.2008
  • Counted money in the cash drawers at the beginning of the shift to ensure that amounts were correct and that there was adequate change available. Calculated total payment, received during a time period, and reconciled total sales at the end of the shift
  • Received and accurately processed all cash, check, credit and debit payments in a timely manner
  • Answered customers’ questions, and provided information on procedures and company policies
  • Provided excellent customer service by listening to customer complaints or concerns and addressing them immediately in a professional manner
  • Worked under pressure and succeeded in meeting company deadlines and goals by processing all credit cards in a timely fashion
  • Achieved company deadlines by processing credit card transactions efficiently under pressure.

Education

Certificate - Recovery Specialist

East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
12-2025

Certificate - Prevention Specialist

East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
08-2025

Certificate - Medical Assistant

UEI College
Los Angeles, CA
05-2011

Certificate - Addiction Counseling

East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
05-2026

Skills

Crisis response professionalism

  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Addiction recovery knowledge
  • Relapse prevention strategies
  • Motivational interviewing techniques
  • Treatment planning and documentation
  • Charting, referrals, and scheduling
  • Case management expertise
Experience with vulnerable populations

CPR, HIPAA, and OSHA certified

  • Proficient in MS Office applications
  • Bilingual: English and Spanish
  • Addiction counseling and prevention studies
  • Coursework in SUD and co-occurring disorders
  • Harm reduction strategies
  • Ethics and confidentiality understanding
  • Active listening and empathy
  • Rapport building skills
  • Group facilitation skills
  • Upcoming training

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Medical Assistant
  • Prevention Specialist
  • Recovery Specialist

Timeline

Ocean Coast Recovery Center

Physician tech-support
09.2026 - Current

Intern

Clinica Romero
09.2026 - Current

Intern

Weingart Center
09.2026 - Current

job coach

Westview Services
10.2025 - 06.2026

Medical Assistant

northwest community Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
01.2019 - Current

day porter

AAA Companies
01.2016 - 01.2018

Medical Assistant

Angels Family Practices
01.2011 - 01.2011

Nursing Assistant

Hyland Homes
01.2009 - 01.2010

Telemarketer

Pacific Monarch Resorts Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2009

Cashier/Customer Service Representative

McDonald's Restaurant
01.2008 - 01.2008

Certificate - Recovery Specialist

East Los Angeles College

Certificate - Prevention Specialist

East Los Angeles College

Certificate - Medical Assistant

UEI College

Certificate - Addiction Counseling

East Los Angeles College
Cristal Adame