KADIJAH COLLIER
New York, Dunkirk New York
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 4 years of experience managing operations in patient-centric medical offices. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume medical practices by providing exceptional customer service.
Professional counselor with expertise in substance abuse treatment, delivering impactful support and guidance to clients. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving client needs. Highly skilled in motivational interviewing and relapse prevention, known for reliability and flexibility.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Developmental Assistant
WNY DDSO, 1200
West Seneca
08.2018 - 2023
- (DA2)The DA 2 position will be utilized as a hand-on working supervisor who is counted as part of the daily direct care staffing minimum
- Supervises and provides leadership
- Completes other duties as delegated by the DA3, TTL or other supervisory staff Responsible to administer medication
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to support accurate and thorough content.
- Developed and implemented methods to evaluate training results to determine learner competency.
- Ensures that POPO'S, behavior and residential habilitation plans are enacted
- Conducted training needs analysis to identify knowledge, skills and competencies required to complete job tasks.
- Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked with Families and business's, care coordinators to understand needs and provide excellent service.
Behavior Technician
People Inc
Williamsville
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Used [Software] to document patient information, progress notes and treatment plans.
- Exercised physical dexterity to safely implement crisis management interventions and therapeutic holds.
Direct support Professional
Aspire WNY
Portland, New York
06.2012 - 02.2015
- (dsp)
- An advocate to promote independence and support to the induvial
- Assists with daily living and life skills
- Responsible to administer medication
- Supports them in the community
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Department Of Corrective Services
Brocton, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to support clients in recovery processes.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to client needs and progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on assessments and feedback.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to address substance abuse issues.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress tracking.
- Monitored client behavior and provided crisis intervention as needed to ensure safety.
- Facilitated educational workshops on addiction recovery and coping strategies.
Education
Security Guard Training Certificate -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY11.2026
Associate’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Bryant & Stratton College
Orchard Park, NY05.2015
Skills
- Behavior treatment plans
- Intervention management
- Documentation skills
- Roleplay scenarios
- Clinical documentation
- Patient confidentiality
- Active learning
- Professional boundaries
- Relapse prevention
Additional Information
- 2
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]providing ongoing treatment services to incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders. You would develop treatment findings and conclusions based on an admission and comprehensive evaluation; establish a substance use disorder diagnostic impression; develop and implement a person-centered treatment plan or each assigned I/I; continually evaluate/document the level and quality of participation and progression towards reasonably applied goals for each I/I; and provide services to ensure successful treatment. Incumbent would work with other facility staff, provide such services in a variety of treatment modalities to assist the I/I in addiction rehabilitation.
Timeline
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Department Of Corrective Services
11.2023 - Current
Developmental Assistant
WNY DDSO, 1200
08.2018 - 2023
Behavior Technician
People Inc
01.2014 - 01.2018
Direct support Professional
Aspire WNY
06.2012 - 02.2015
Security Guard Training Certificate -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
SUNY Empire State College
Associate’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Bryant & Stratton College