Davelyn Delande
Salinas,CA
Summary
Distinguished SUD Counselor and Mentor with a proven track record at Valley Health Associates, enhancing client emotional well-being through motivational interviewing and substance abuse counseling. Excelled in developing trust-based relationships and fostering personal growth, demonstrating exceptional case management and empathetic communication skills. Achieved significant client progress by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and promoting a growth mindset.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
SUD Counselor
Valley Health Associates
05.2023 - Current
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with counseling practices.
- Improved client coping strategies with evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Developed individualized treatment plans by assessing clients' needs and goals.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Fostered supportive environment, enabling clients to openly discuss their feelings and experiences.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote emotional well-being.
Mentor
Amity Foundation
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Fostered personal growth by providing guidance and support to mentees.
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Promoted a growth mindset among mentees, encouraging them to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Encouraged mentees to set challenging, yet achievable goals, guiding them through process of realizing their potential.
Mentor
Pheonix House
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Facilitated open discussions to promote self-awareness and personal reflection.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Developed trust-based relationships with mentees through active listening and empathetic communication.
Education
No Degree - AOD Counseling
02-2016
- Completed AP course in [Subject]Overview of Addiction.
- Completed AP course in [Subject]Law and Ethics
- Relevant Coursework: [Subject] & [Subject]Neurobiology and Pharmacology.
- Relevant Coursework: [Subject] & [Subject]Individual, Group and Family Counseling.
- Professional Development: [Subject]Personal and Professional Development.
- Case Management.
GED -
09-2003
Skills
- HIPAA
- Anger management
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Substance abuse counseling
- Case management and documentation
Timeline
SUD Counselor - Valley Health Associates
05.2023 - Current
Mentor - Amity Foundation
09.2020 - 11.2022
Mentor - Pheonix House
09.2016 - 06.2020
Option Drug And Alcohol Counselors School (ODACS) - No Degree, AOD Counseling
State of California - GED,
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