Jennifer Spence
Delray Beach,FL
Summary
Patient, compassionate Addiction Counselor with years of experience helping people rediscover the best versions of themselves. Worked with treatment team to develop and implement effective plans for diverse groups of patients. Build rapport with individuals struggling with addiction through entire process fr
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Adviser
Aware Recovery Care
08.2021 - Current
- Improve relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
- Knowledge of community and support services, including housing, basic needs, employment, and educational resources
- Assess individual needs to create recovery wellness plans and achieve personalized goals.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals and treatment plan implementation.
- Maintain Electronic Medical Records.
- Create individual therapeutic activities.
Recovery House Manager
Miracles Do Happen
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Evaluated and screened residents to determine needs and provide necessary support.
- Executed and complied with policies regarding residents admission, care and records to maintain standards of excellence for residents and families.
- Monitored residence, and implementation of all policies and procedures.
- Customized vocational exploration activities to identify self-determined rehabilitation needs and goals.
- Prepared and maintained records and case files detailing clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence.
Therapeutic Massage Therapist
Self-employed
06.2000 - 06.2018
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments.
- Collaborated with physical therapists and other medical professionals to provide holistic care.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
Education
Associate of Science - Addiction Counseling
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, Florida05.2024
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Emotional Intelligence
- Patient Advocacy
- Specimen testing
- Group facilitation
- Analytical Skills
Timeline
Recovery Adviser
Aware Recovery Care
08.2021 - Current
Recovery House Manager
Miracles Do Happen
06.2019 - 07.2021
Therapeutic Massage Therapist
Self-employed
06.2000 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Addiction Counseling
Palm Beach State College