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James Wilson

Klamath Falls

Summary

Dynamic Substance Abuse Counselor with proven expertise at BestCare Treatment Services in developing effective relapse prevention strategies and individualized treatment goals. Skilled in crisis intervention and motivational interviewing, I empower clients to achieve long-term sobriety while maintaining client confidentiality and fostering a supportive recovery environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substance Abuse Counselor

BestCare Treatment Services
10.2014 - Current
  • Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
  • Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
  • Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.

Education

Substance Abuse

MHACBO
Portland
10-2017

Skills

  • Case management
  • Clinical documentation
  • Relapse prevention
  • Client confidentiality
  • Substance use screening
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Dual diagnosis treatment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Intervention planning
  • Multicultural competence
  • Crisis management
  • Addiction assessment
  • Referral coordination
  • Individual counseling
  • Anger management
  • Continuing care planning
  • Clinical assessment
  • Outreach activities
  • Life skills training

Certification

CADCII QMHAII

Timeline

Substance Abuse Counselor

BestCare Treatment Services
10.2014 - Current

Substance Abuse

MHACBO
James Wilson