Holly Simpson
Dacono,CO
Summary
Patient, compassionate Addiction Counselor with 13 years in helping people rediscover best versions of themselves. Worked with treatment team to develop and implement effective plans for diverse groups of patients. Built rapport with individuals struggling with addiction and supported patients through entire process from intake through graduation from program. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Addiction Therapist
Tribe Recovery Homes
Denver, CO
08.2021 - Current
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Assessed and treated patients through addictions, making referrals for comorbid conditions.
- Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Managed Up to 30 individuals on caseload
Program Manager
Valiant Living Recovery
Greenwood Village, CO
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Coached team members on productivity strategies, policy updates and performance improvement plans to accomplish challenging goals.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Implemented and led meetings, opening up dialog with area managers to discuss program structure and coping skill application.
- Developed and organized routine and special programming by factoring in slot timing, demographics and other important parameters.
- Managed case load of 25 clients in PHPO, IOP and OP level of care
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team
Program Manager of Residential Services
Foundry Treatment Center
Steamboat Springs, CO
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Coordinated services and therapy for residents and managed attendance for scheduled appointments.
- Communicated regularly with guardians of residents, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Participated in community events and met with local leaders to develop recreational activities for residents.
- Conducted daily inspections of building for security purposes and identified issues requiring immediate resolution.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.
- Developed and implemented variety of innovative policies and strategies to promote client self-sufficiency.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed up to 18 staff members in teaching standard practices efficiently and productively.
Addiction Counselor
Behavioral Health Group
Denver, CO
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Led individual counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Assessed and treated patients through opiate addictions, making referrals for comorbid conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Managed up to 56 clients on outpatient caseload.
Addiction Counselor
The Haven
Denver, CO
09.2009 - 09.2015
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Assessed and treated patients through substance addictions, behavioral issues and criminal conduct.
- Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained caseload of 12-15 clients at all times.
Education
Addiction Counseling
Community College of Denver
Denver, COGED -
Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO04.1996
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Interventions
- Progress Notes Updates
- Counseling Services
- Program Curriculum Development
- HIPAA Requirements
- Clinical Documentation
- Intakes and Discharges
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Case Management
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Relapse Prevention
Certification
- CAS II Certified Addiction Specialist
- Certified Recovery Coach
Timeline
Addiction Therapist
Tribe Recovery Homes
08.2021 - Current
Program Manager
Valiant Living Recovery
11.2018 - 08.2021
Program Manager of Residential Services
Foundry Treatment Center
06.2016 - 11.2018
Addiction Counselor
Behavioral Health Group
09.2015 - 06.2016
Addiction Counselor
The Haven
09.2009 - 09.2015
Addiction Counseling
Community College of Denver
GED -
Emily Griffith Technical College
- CAS II Certified Addiction Specialist
- Certified Recovery Coach
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