DARRELL EZELL
Los Angeles
Summary
Hardworking, compassionate and reliable paraprofessional with a strong ability in assisting and motivating clients. Offering knowledge in 12 core functions and communicating effectively. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
La Cada
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients to appropriate resources.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Substance Abuse Specialist
St Joseph Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol use issues.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Advocated for client needs and funding for at-risk groups.
- Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
Floor Technician
SSG/ Project 180
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Carpenter Apprentice
Service West
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Helped with the movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Security Site Supervisor
Prudent Security
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
Education
Associate of Arts - Human Services Psychology
12-2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social And Behaviral Science
12-2024
Associate of Arts - Human Services/ Addiction Studies
06.2023
Certified: Alcohol And Drug Counselor I - Addiction Counseling
06.2024
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Team building
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Certification
- CADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- PCNX, La CADA - June 2024
- Supervisor Training for Homeless Service Providers-Homeless Health Care Los Angeles-April 2024
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor - La Cada
10.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Specialist - St Joseph Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
Floor Technician - SSG/ Project 180
06.2021 - 07.2022
Carpenter Apprentice - Service West
09.2020 - 05.2021
Security Site Supervisor - Prudent Security
11.2019 - 04.2021
CCAPP - Certified: Alcohol And Drug Counselor I, Addiction Counseling
Los Angeles City College - Associate of Arts, Human Services Psychology
Los Angeles City College - Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts: Social And Behaviral Science
Los Angeles City College - Associate of Arts, Human Services/ Addiction Studies
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