Dean Picot
Siler City,NC
Summary
Qualified Substance Abuse/Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Facilitator with Certified Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor - R and Peer Support Specialist Certification With a desire to help substance abuse and mental health clients. Committed to helping clients understand emotional and mental health issues underlying substance abuse patterns. Excels at building a positive therapeutic rapport with clients and a creative environment for exacting and supporting change.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAIOP Facilitator/Case Management
Dream Provider Care Services
Washington, NC
08.2020 - Current
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Facilitated substance abuse and mental health group sessions for up to eighteen clients in outpatient setting.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy group session utilizing SAMHSA counselor's treatment manual matrix to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating detailed person centered treatment plans in accordance with NCDHHS standards , treatment team meetings and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Developed individual treatment goals and interventions based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided individual and group counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for all clients including at-risk clients.
Peer University Intern
Sunrise Community For Recovery And Wellness
Asheville, NC
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Spearheaded group sessions to help individuals deal with substance abuse and mental health related issues.
- Delivered individualized peer support services to peers working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
- Worked with peers in felony diversion program as well as various other community outreach programs.
Driver
Uber/Lyft
Asheville, NC
05.2019 - Current
- Provide safe and effective transit for 30 plus passengers daily.
- Engage passengers in positive conversation whilst driving.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
Serial Entrepreneur
Self-Employed
Greenville, NC
01.2006 - Current
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
- Mapped income generating strategies to grow revenue.
- Created and updated company digital presence to enhance various ventures marketing through professional website and optimized social media profiles.
- Determined business plan, mission statement and vision.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2022
Associate - Arts
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC05.2018
Skills
- Recovery guidance
- Effective collaboration and interaction
- Substance abuse therapy
- Client advocacy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Documentation Proficiency
- EMR / EHR
- Direct Patient Care
- Case Management
- Progress evaluations
- Patient consultation
- Case Management Duties
Certification
- CADC-R - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist
- NCI + - Restrictive
- CPR/AED/ First Aid
Timeline
SAIOP Facilitator/Case Management
Dream Provider Care Services
08.2020 - Current
Peer University Intern
Sunrise Community For Recovery And Wellness
01.2020 - 02.2020
Driver
Uber/Lyft
05.2019 - Current
Serial Entrepreneur
Self-Employed
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
East Carolina University
Associate - Arts
Pitt Community College