Kanzaydia Mcduffie
Akila
Coram,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Crisis Counselor
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
Brentwood , NY
10.2021 - Current
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
Recovery Coach
Thomas Hope
Holtsville , NY
09.2017 - 09.2023
- Testified in court regarding client behavior, treatment goals and progress.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans.
- Provided group, family and individual counseling to support recovery goals.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings focused on providing comprehensive assistance.
- Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
- Implemented Job readiness program for clients returning to work place, working with Department of Labor, Access VR, resume building role playing.
Addiction Counselor
C.K. Post
Brentwood , NY
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
- Offered professional, respectful therapy to addicted individuals in treatment facility.
- Assessed and treated patients through addictions, making referrals for comorbid conditions.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
Wraparound Facilitator
Nassau University Medical Center
East Meadow , NY
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
CASAC T
CARE
Ronkonkoma , NY
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Supported individuals with legal, physical, or mental health concerns in dealing with routine needs and complex problems.
- Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Organized supporting documentation for individuals under evaluation and coordinated paperwork transfers to correct staff members.
- Completed home-visits, reports, scanning, paperwork and documentation accurately and in timely manner.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community members to facilitate outreach activities.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Studies
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY 09.2021 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Chemical Dependency
Suffolk Community College
Brentwood, NY 09.2017 - 06.2019
Skills
Skilled in intake interviewing
undefinedTimeline
Crisis Counselor
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Studies
SUNY Empire State College
09.2021 - 06.2023
Addiction Counselor
C.K. Post
02.2020 - 10.2021
Recovery Coach
Thomas Hope
09.2017 - 09.2023
Wraparound Facilitator
Nassau University Medical Center
09.2017 - 09.2018
Associate of Science - Chemical Dependency
Suffolk Community College
09.2017 - 06.2019
CASAC T
CARE
09.2016 - 07.2017
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