Edward Fine
Oxnard,California
Summary
Accomplished Substance Abuse Counselor with a proven track record at Recover Medical Group, enhancing client engagement and long-term sobriety through innovative relapse prevention strategies and motivational interviewing. Skilled in case management and demonstrating exceptional multicultural competence, significantly improved treatment outcomes by fostering trust and open communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Recover Medical Group
2023.03 - Current
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Increased patient engagement in group therapy sessions by fostering a safe and supportive environment for open communication.
Counselor
Bright Heart Health
2021.02 - 2021.12
- 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.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Passages Malibu
2011.07 - 2020.04
- Enhanced staff development by conducting regular training sessions on relevant topics in chemical dependency counseling.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop holistic treatment strategies addressing each client''s unique needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine appropriate level of care for incoming clients, ensuring proper placement within the program.
- Increased client engagement in the treatment process through motivational interviewing techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with clients to establish trust and facilitate open communication regarding their recovery journey.
Education
Masters - Psychology
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA08.2021
Skills
- Case management
- Clinical documentation
- Client confidentiality
- Relapse prevention
- Substance use screening
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention
- Multicultural competence
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Psychoeducation delivery
Certification
CADC II
CCAPP A050450918
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Recover Medical Group
2023.03 - Current
Counselor
Bright Heart Health
2021.02 - 2021.12
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Passages Malibu
2011.07 - 2020.04
CADC II
CCAPP A050450918
Masters - Psychology
Pepperdine University