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Gwen Rowan
Substance Abuse Counselor CDCA
Dayton,OH
Summary
Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Caring supporter of recovering patients with guidance toward tangible improvements and relapse prevention. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
For The Love Of Children
Volunteer
12.2014 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices by attending conferences and training sessions relevant to the organization''s mission.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
United States Air Force
Military Intelligence Analyst
12.2002 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Conducted extensive geospatial analysis to support mission planning and execution efforts.
- Coordinated with other intelligence agencies to share information and resources.
- Optimized information sharing procedures, ensuring efficient communication between military units and government agencies.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge base with new analytic tools and methods, enabling enhanced contributions to team efforts.
- Developed recommendations to assist clients and agencies with efforts to advance intelligence gathering and interpretation in multiple theaters of operation.
- Provided crucial insights on adversary capabilities by analyzing intercepted communications and signals data.
- Assisted in creating high-level intelligence briefs for senior-level personnel.
- Prepared and submitted personnel, ordnance and operational reports.
- Verified visitor security clearances and eligibility for access into SCIFs.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Designated mandatory reporter for sexual assault and responder for suicide prevention situations.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Applied predictive analytics methodologies to anticipate future challenges or opportunities within the operational environment.
- Ensured adherence to strict security protocols while handling classified materials, preventing unauthorized access or disclosure of sensitive information.
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Increased situational awareness through regular briefings on emerging geopolitical events relevant to national security interests.
- Streamlined intelligence gathering techniques through implementation of advanced software tools and technologies.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Education
University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
Bachelor of Science from Chemical Dependency
05.2022 - Current
University Overview
- Dean's List: Summer/Fall 2022, Spring/Summer/Fall 2023, Spring 2024.
- Loraine E. Hendrickson Memorial Scholarship and Mendel & Martha Sherman Scholarship Fund Scholarship Recipient
- 4.0 GPA
- Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, Alpha Phi Omega, The National Society of Leadership and Success Member
- Student Veterans of America, and CECH Student Ambassadors Member
- Relevant Coursework: Psychology Classes (Intro, Advanced, Social, Developmental, Abnormal, Personality, Pharmacology). Substance Abuse Counseling Classes (Intro to Substance Abuse Counseling, Substance Abuse Prevention, and Sociology) Research Methods and Statistics, Substance Abuse History, Alcoholism, Drugs and Behavior, Stress Management, Cultural and Advanced Cultural Competence, Assessment and Diagnosis, Co-Occurring Disorders, Ethics in Substance Abuse Counseling, Fundamental Skills, Theory Foundations, Group Counseling for Substance Abuse, Family Counseling for Substance Abuse, Crisis Management, Maintenance Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, and Case Management/Treatment Planning.
Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH
Associate of Applied Science from Psychology
03.2013 - 07.2017
University Overview
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa
- Member of Sinclair Veterans Club
- Transfered to UC Cincinnati in after high-risk pregnancy 2017
Skills
Document Management
undefinedTimeline
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science from Chemical Dependency
05.2022 - Current
Volunteer
For The Love Of Children
12.2014 - 12.2014
Sinclair Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Psychology
03.2013 - 07.2017
Military Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force
12.2002 - 12.2008
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