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Georgina S Martinez

El Paso,Texas

Summary

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.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

Webster University
El Paso, TX
10-2004

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix
El Paso
04-2002

Diploma - Executive Secretary

International Business College
El Paso
05-1980

High School Diploma -

Ysleta High School
El Paso, TX
06-1979

Skills

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Group Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy certified
  • Boundary Setting
  • Moral Reconation Therapy certified
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Thinking for A Change
  • Seeking Safety Curriculum
  • Fluent in Spanish

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

MedMark Treatment Center
01.2013 - 08.2021

Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

Community Supervision & Corrections Department
07.2005 - 11.2021

Master of Arts - Counseling

Webster University

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix

Diploma - Executive Secretary

International Business College

High School Diploma -

Ysleta High School
Georgina S Martinez