Emily Blaney
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Substance Abuse Counselor with over six years of experience supporting individuals through substance use recovery. Strong background in therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, case management, and individualized treatment planning for co-occurring disorders. Skilled in group leadership, family dynamics of abuse, trauma-informed care, and addiction rehabilitation. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and strict confidentiality, with a solid understanding of ethical and legal mandates, human development, and the physiological and pharmacological aspects of addiction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
Blue Coast Behavioral Health
Newport Beach, California
07.2025 - Current
- Maintain accurate documentation on all clients, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements
- Facilitate group counseling
- Conduct thorough assessments
- Educate clients on community resources
- Developing and implementing comprehensive treatment plans
- Provide crisis intervention support for clients experiencing challenges, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely
Case Manager
Miramar Health
Laguna Hills, California
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Support veteran population with mental health diagnosis and substance use disorders
- Conducted comprehensive client intakes and assessments
- Individual counseling sessions addressing treatment plan goals
- Led group counseling sessions to promote peer support, skill-building, and recovery
- Developed treatment plans to address client needs and goals
- Coordinated services with agencies and community organizations
- Maintained thorough documentation to track client progress
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary departments
- VA contract Utilization review correspondence
- Clinical documentation and interpretation for UR reports
Case Manager Internship
Miramar health LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024
Behavioral Health Technician
Miramar health LLC
Corona del Mar, California
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Conducted client rounds to monitor resident well-being and safety
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, demonstrating resilience and adaptability
- Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating situations to ensure client and staff safety
- Built and maintained positive relationships with staff to promote teamwork and quality client care
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians, sharing best practices and supporting their successful onboarding
Behavioral Health Technician
Adelante Recovery
Newport Beach, California
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted client observation rounds
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions
Behavioral Health Technician
Resurgence Behavioral Health
Fullerton, California
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Prepared and submitted daily shift reports
- Enhanced client engagement through active listening and empathetic communication.
- Observed and documented client medication
- Facilitated group sessions
- Addressed clients’ challenging behaviors by reinforcing positive alternatives and healthy coping skills
Education
Associate of Science - Alcohol and Drug Studies
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA 08.2022 - 05.2025
Skills
- Knowledge of standards of care, various treatment modalities, PHP, IOP, residential and detox level care, and group therapy facilitation
- Strong in case management, resource coordination, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and client advocacy
- Excellent organizational skills, time management, multitasking, documentation, reporting, and HIPAA compliance
- Confident in learning new procedures, punctual, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities
- Competent in Kipu EMR, Alleva EMR, Microsoft Word, Teams, Outlook, and Google Docs
- Fluent in ASAM criteria
- DSM 5 education and application
- Understanding of medical withdrawal process signs and symptoms
- Clinical charting for individual sessions and group notes
Certification
Certified Addiction Counselor-SUDCC I #16516 CADTP Certification Board of CA
Timeline
Case Manager
Blue Coast Behavioral Health
07.2025 - Current
Case Manager
Miramar Health
05.2024 - 06.2025
Case Manager Internship
Miramar health LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Alcohol and Drug Studies
Saddleback College
08.2022 - 05.2025
Behavioral Health Technician
Miramar health LLC
02.2022 - 10.2023
Behavioral Health Technician
Adelante Recovery
11.2020 - 01.2022
Behavioral Health Technician
Resurgence Behavioral Health
03.2020 - 11.2020