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Ivica Dumont

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Experienced Methadone counselor with twenty-two years of responsibility as a substance abuse counselor with Northwell hospital. Extensive professional network of service providers and proven history of effective work.

Knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over six months of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

A Friendly Face
Staten Island, NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
  • Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
  • Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
  • Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
  • Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
  • Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.

Service Coordinator/Methadone Counselor

Northwell Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
07.2001 - Current
  • Provide individual counseling sessions on a weekly/bi-weekly and monthly basis to over sixty patients, based on their level of care.
  • Helped clients find solutions by teaching appropriate intervention techniques.
  • Schedule, monitor and discuss toxicology results with each individual during counseling sessions.
  • Documented patient progress through counseling and interaction.
  • Documented meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
  • Acted as client advocate to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Identified clinical or case management needs to promote quality of care.
  • Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
  • Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
  • Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
  • Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
  • Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
  • Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
  • Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
  • Discuss patient's case for pick up changes.
  • Inform parole officers and other legal enforcement agencies of patients' progress.
  • Update patient information electronically utilizing Human Resources Administrative (HRA) website. Maintain files in accordance to Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) guidelines.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment interventions.

Counselor/Intake and Discharge Planning(Part Time)

Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center
Queens, NY
08.2008 - 07.2022
  • Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
  • Documented patient progress through counseling and interaction
  • Acted as client advocate to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Documented meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
  • Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.

Education

Master of Arts - Psychology

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
05.2007

Skills

  • Client Advocacy
  • Goal Setting
  • Active listening skills
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Time management skills
  • Resource Utilization
  • Strong ability to handle multiple projects effectively and concurrently
  • Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (Masters' CASAC) credential #17861
  • RBC certified-23-282340
  • Fluent in Haitian Creole

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

A Friendly Face
01.2023 - Current

Counselor/Intake and Discharge Planning(Part Time)

Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center
08.2008 - 07.2022

Service Coordinator/Methadone Counselor

Northwell Hospital
07.2001 - Current

Master of Arts - Psychology

Long Island University

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