Dedicated Chemical Dependency Counselor with expertise in behavioral health assessment and addiction recovery support. Skilled in designing personalized treatment strategies that enhance client well-being and promote collaborative recovery journeys.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Cleveland Clinic
08.2006 - Current
Performed in-depth evaluations to design personalized treatment strategies aimed at enhancing client well-being.
Facilitated therapeutic discussions aimed at promoting peer support and collaborative recovery journeys.
Evaluated behavioral observations to tailor treatment strategies and support client development.
Coordinated efforts with multidisciplinary teams to improve comprehensive care for individuals struggling with addiction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Wright State University
Dayton, OH
06-1994
Skills
Behavioral health assessment
Strong oral communication skills
Patient care documentation
Addiction recovery support
Accomplishments
Successfully managed high-severity crisis scenarios, resulting in a 50% increase in detox and behavioral health admissions.
Increased recovery success rate by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for clients with substance use disorders.
Reduced readmission rates by 30% by developing specialized treatment plans addressing, and resolving, underlying behavioral health issues.
Increased client retention rates by 30% through the implementation of personalized treatment plans and tailored, evidence-based therapy approaches.
Certification
Licensed chemical dependency counselor - 1999 to present