Irene Mares
Arcadia,CA
Summary
Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Caring supporter of recovering youth 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. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a substance abuse for youths/adults position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Eggleston Youth Center
09.2022 - Current
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Mental Health Support Worker
C.A.R.E Industries
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Educated clients and families about dangers of substance abuse and addiction.
Nutrition Assistant
Arcadia Unified School District
08.2014 - 07.2020
- Assisted with preparation and serving of food in line with established nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
- Provided support to individual children with special dietary need to meet unique nutritional requirements.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation standards in food service areas.
- Preserved inventory of nutrition-related supplies and equipment.
Education
Alcohol And Drug Counseling Studies - Drug Abuse Counseling
Intercoast Colleges
West Covina, CA12.2022
High School Diploma -
Rosemead High School
Rosemead, CA06.1999
Skills
- Document Services
- Assessments
- Client Management
- Individual Counseling
- Assess Drug Use
- Lead Counseling Groups
- Group and Individual Sessions
- Admissions Screening
- Site Visits
- Motivational Enhancement Counseling
- Motivating Clients
- Plan Treatments
Timeline
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Eggleston Youth Center
09.2022 - Current
Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
04.2022 - 01.2023
Mental Health Support Worker
C.A.R.E Industries
06.2019 - 05.2022
Nutrition Assistant
Arcadia Unified School District
08.2014 - 07.2020
Alcohol And Drug Counseling Studies - Drug Abuse Counseling
Intercoast Colleges
High School Diploma -
Rosemead High School
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