Irene James, MSCJ, LSST, CP
Detroit,MI
Summary
Client-focused Recovery Support Specialist with training and expertise to help individuals with mental, emotional and substance abuse problems. Excels in counseling, personalized support and crisis intervention.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Support Specialist
Swag Incorporated
Detroit, MI
08.2018 - 12.2023
- Developed and maintained therapeutic environment within recovery groups, encouraging open communication.
- Developed person-centered treatment plans along with behavior contracts for high-risk patients to address barriers to treatment.
- Remained calm, stayed professional and provided exceptional service on calls, even when interacting with difficult individuals.
- Helped clients diagnosed with addictive disease disorders increase skills, explore talents and build self-esteem.
- Assisted in implementing programs to improve patient retention and patient success in treatment.
- Communicated with external organizations, social workers and others regarding patient's benefits and resources.
- Referred patients for community support outside of treatment and medical providers.
- Counseled clients' in-group or individual sessions to help cope with substance abuse problems.
- Collaborated with physicians and other health team members to develop patient plans of care based on on-going patient assessments.
- Coordinated and cooperated with local agencies and organizations to expedite treatment.
- Determined patient program eligibility using patient initial screening application and face-to-face interviews.
- Completed drug and alcohol assessments for adolescent and adult patients to determine needed level of care.
- Conducted community substance abuse prevention programs for targeted groups within local area.
- Provided support to individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs, abilities, and challenges.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctor of Management/Organization Development
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO06.2026
J.D. - Juris Doctorate
Concord Law School
Los Angeles, CA05.2026
License - LSST/Clinical Social Worker
LARA
Detroit, MI01-2024
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO11.2023
Certification - CCAR Substance Abuse Coaching
CCAR Certification
CCAR Certification10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO10.2022
Certification - Paralegal
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA06.2020
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Community Resources
- Defining Treatment Objectives
- Client Evaluation
- Individual Therapy
- Supervision & Leadership
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Good Work Ethic
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- People Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Training & Development
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Sharepoint, Relativity, LEXIS/NEXIS, Fastcase, Westlaw
- Documentation Abilities
- Client Counseling
- Goal Setting
- Individual Counseling
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Crisis Intervention
- Records Review
- Crisis Response
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Resolution
- Team Building
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Experience working with clients who have had contact with Michigan Department of Corrections
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Sharepoint
- CCAR Certification
Timeline
Recovery Support Specialist
Swag Incorporated
08.2018 - 12.2023
Ph.D. - Doctor of Management/Organization Development
Colorado Technical University
J.D. - Juris Doctorate
Concord Law School
License - LSST/Clinical Social Worker
LARA
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Certification - CCAR Substance Abuse Coaching
CCAR Certification
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Certification - Paralegal
Ashworth College
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