Jamari Timberson
East Saint Louis,IL
Summary
Dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor skilled in case management, clinical documentation, and relapse prevention. Committed to ensuring client confidentiality and fostering collaboration to promote effective treatment outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
GEO Reentry Services
East Saint Louis, IL
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to address clients' substance use issues and develop personalized recovery plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and open discussions among participants.
- Monitored client progress through regular evaluations, documenting behavioral changes and treatment outcomes.
- Educated clients about coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques to support long-term recovery goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and effective communication regarding client needs.
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security
Saint Louis, Mo.
03.2021 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, coordinating with local law enforcement as needed.
- Conducted regular patrols and inspections to identify potential risks or breaches.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, coordinating with local law enforcement.
- Trained junior security staff on protocols, enhancing team performance and compliance.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
Special Events Coordinator
Houlihan's Restaurant
Creve Coeur, MO
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Coordinated logistics for special events, ensuring seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with internal teams to align event goals with marketing and promotional initiatives.
- Managed event budgets, tracking expenses to ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and services.
- Created detailed timelines and checklists for event planning, enhancing organizational efficiency.
- Supervised event staff, providing training and guidance to optimize performance during events.
- Staffed events by maintaining roster of available personnel and reliable service providers.
NRO Leader
Hamra Enterprises
Boston, MA
06.2010 - 01.2018
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to streamline processes, reducing operational delays.
- Led operational teams to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity across multiple departments.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancement and cost savings.
- Mentored staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align objectives and drive organizational goals forward.
- Established training programs that improved team competency and reduced onboarding time for new hires.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Trained employees and assigned duties.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
State Community College
East Saint Louis, IL08.1993
High School Diploma -
East Saint Louis Senior High
East Saint Louis, IL06.1993
Skills
- Client case management
- Clinical recordkeeping
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Motivational interviewing
- Substance use screening
- Crisis intervention
- Relapse management
- Client privacy
Certification
- CAADC - Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
GEO Reentry Services
01.2026 - Current
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security
03.2021 - Current
Special Events Coordinator
Houlihan's Restaurant
01.2017 - 12.2019
NRO Leader
Hamra Enterprises
06.2010 - 01.2018
No Degree - Nursing
State Community College
High School Diploma -
East Saint Louis Senior High