Erin Albertson
Forked River,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with 7.5 years of experience and a proven knowledge of behavior management, advocacy, and case management. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Counselor role at your company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor Intern
Integrity House
01.2024 - Current
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client's substance use history, identifying key areas for targeted intervention.
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive substance abuse treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable recovery goals, fostering a supportive and motivating environment for progress.
- Educated clients on addiction''s impact on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being, promoting greater self-awareness and motivation for change.
COUNSELOR
The Counseling Center
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information
- Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes
- Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories
- Participate in case conferences or staff meetings
- Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans
- Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples
- Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status
- Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.
CASE MANAGER
Evolve Recovery Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Interview clients, review records, conduct assessments, or confer with other professionals to evaluate the mental or physical condition of clients or patients
- Collaborate with counselors, physicians, or nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs
- Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress with respect to treatment goals
- Educate clients or community members about mental or physical illness, abuse, medication, or available community resources
- Increase social work knowledge by reviewing current literature, conducting social research, or attending seminars, training workshops, or classes
- Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse, mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment, or physical abuse.
CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY TECHNICIAN
Evolve Recovery Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information
- Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions
- Participate in case conferences or staff meetings
- Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers
- Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program
- Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff.
OFFICE MANAGEMENT
SC Management
01.2015 - 04.2021
- Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software
- Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and reports to determine their significance and plan their distribution
- Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work
- Coordinate and direct office services, such as records, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues, and housekeeping, to aid executives
- Set up and oversee administrative policies and procedures for offices or organizations.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN SOCIAL WORK CANDIDATE -
Stockton University
Galloway, NJ05.2024
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN ADDICTION COUNSELING -
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ05.2015
Skills
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Relapse Prevention
- Addiction Recovery
- Group facilitation
- Clinical Documentation
- Crisis Response
Timeline
Counselor Intern
Integrity House
01.2024 - Current
COUNSELOR
The Counseling Center
11.2021 - 11.2023
CASE MANAGER
Evolve Recovery Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY TECHNICIAN
Evolve Recovery Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
OFFICE MANAGEMENT
SC Management
01.2015 - 04.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN SOCIAL WORK CANDIDATE -
Stockton University
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN ADDICTION COUNSELING -
Ocean County College
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