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Debra Johnson

Desert Hot Springs,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in counseling and mental health support at Palm Springs Treatment Center. Proven ability in intake interviewing and fostering positive client relationships through empathy and effective communication. Adept at managing resources and ensuring compliance, while enhancing team morale and client outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor

Palm Springs Treatment Center
06.2015 - 06.2017

Assisted clients in goal setting.

Action Planning with communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.

Provided patients positive centered care in a safe environment.

Volunteer Summer Coordinator

Greens Apartments
05.2011 - 08.2013

A fun summer of volunteering and TEACHER LEARNING.

Children 7 years to 12 years old.

Taught ESL, English Second Language

Computer Training

Observed and received gifts of Amagami folded characters; as the children described the art.


Director of the Johnson Family Home

Riverside County Dept Of Public Social Services
06.1998 - 10.2008

Mentorship:

Fostering through care, education, healthcare, and fun activities; to boost family/team environment and good morale.

  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Monthly review of existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Education

Business

Proviso East High School
Maywood, IL

Associate of Arts - Alcohol And Drug Counselor

Trident (Acquisition College) For ICDC College
Culver City, CA

Humanities

Riverside City College
Riverside, CA

Skills

  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Counseling
  • HIPAA
  • Mental health support

Timeline

Counselor

Palm Springs Treatment Center
06.2015 - 06.2017

Volunteer Summer Coordinator

Greens Apartments
05.2011 - 08.2013

Director of the Johnson Family Home

Riverside County Dept Of Public Social Services
06.1998 - 10.2008

Business

Proviso East High School

Associate of Arts - Alcohol And Drug Counselor

Trident (Acquisition College) For ICDC College

Humanities

Riverside City College
Debra Johnson