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Cristy Fain

Tacoma,United States

Summary

Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 4 years of experience in the recovery setting with over 3 years practicing as a Substance use counselor. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substance Abuse Counselor

Royal Life Centers
07.2021 - Current
  • Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Royal Life Centers
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
  • Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
  • Prepared and submitted daily Shift reports to management.
  • Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
  • Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emphasis in Trauma

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04.2025

Associate of Science - Human Services- CDP

CPTC
Tacoma
06.2022

Skills

  • Substance abuse experience
  • Self-Motivated
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Active Listening
  • Individual counseling
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Goal Setting
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Cultural Awareness

Certification

  • CADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
  • CPI Certified
  • Seeking Safety Certified

Timeline

Substance Abuse Counselor

Royal Life Centers
07.2021 - Current

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Royal Life Centers
05.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Emphasis in Trauma

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Science - Human Services- CDP

CPTC

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