Seeking part-time or contract work as substance abuse counselor where I can apply my well-honed counseling skills and experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Community Supervision & Corrections Department
El Paso, Texas
07.2005 - 11.2021
Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
Provided individual sessions, conducted psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, coping skills, communication skills, and problem solving for clients with substance abuse problems.
Maintained accurate records of client evaluations, assessments, progress notes, treatment plans and discharge summaries in accordance with agency policy and legal regulations.
Attended weekly team meetings to discuss case updates, review new policies and procedures related to substance abuse treatment protocols.
Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs.
Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
MedMark Treatment Center
El Paso, Texas
01.2013 - 08.2021
Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
Provided outpatient individual and family counseling for individuals with substance use disorders.
Maintained accurate records of client evaluations, assessments, progress notes, treatment plans and discharge summaries in accordance with agency policy and legal regulations.
Provided referrals to community resources such as housing assistance programs and sober living facilities.
Call Center Representative at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections DepartmentCall Center Representative at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections Department
Community Supervision Officer at Parker County Community Supervision Corrections DepartmentCommunity Supervision Officer at Parker County Community Supervision Corrections Department
Adult Probation Officer at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections DepartmentAdult Probation Officer at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections Department
Adult Probation Officer (DWI) at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections DepartmentAdult Probation Officer (DWI) at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections Department
Masters Research Assistant at University Of Texas At El Paso - Aerospace CenterMasters Research Assistant at University Of Texas At El Paso - Aerospace Center