Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Eleanor Boah

Gwynn Oak,MD

Summary

Dynamic Substance Abuse Counselor with a proven track record at Amazing Care Health Services, skilled in relapse prevention and motivational interviewing. Successfully reduced relapse rates through evidence-based strategies and comprehensive case management. Committed to empowering clients with individualized treatment plans and connecting them to vital community resources for sustained recovery.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Substance Abuse Counselor

Amazing Care Health Services
02.2024 - Current

Help individuals who are struggling with substance use disorders by providing counseling, support, and guidance to help them develop and maintain a recovery plan. Assess clients' needs, develop treatment plans, conduct individual and group therapy, educate clients and families, and help clients find resources and support.

  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
  • Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Baltimore City Schools
02.2010 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.

Substance Abuse Counselor

B and J Health Services
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring continuity of care for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology

Coppin State University, Baltimore, MD
12-2005

Attended Masters of Education Program.

Skills

  • Case management
  • Clinical documentation
  • Relapse prevention
  • Client confidentiality
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Addiction assessment
  • Anger management
  • Individual counseling
  • Continuing care planning
  • Psychoeducation delivery
  • Community resources

Timeline

Substance Abuse Counselor - Amazing Care Health Services
02.2024 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor - B and J Health Services
10.2022 - 02.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12 - Baltimore City Schools
02.2010 - Current
Coppin State University - Bachelor of Science, Counseling Psychology
Eleanor Boah