KARY LEIGHT
Houston,TX
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
The Turning Point Inc.
Houston, TX
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Completed comprehensive assessments and formulated diagnostic impressions for individualized treatment plans.
- Developed treatment plans with measurable goals, interventions, and referrals; evaluated progress and adjusted plans as needed.
- Develops clients' discharge plans which integrate aftercare treatment and utilization of appropriate referral resources, Coordinates discharges with court officers, social service agencies, or community organizations as appropriate
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
L-H Transitional Center
Houston, TX
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed a high-volume caseload averaging 30 ex-offender clients.
- Conducted assessments, individual counseling, relapse prevention, anger management, and co-occurring disorder interventions.
- Facilitated groups following TDCJ curriculum; completed psychosocials, progress notes, and Master Treatment Plans.
- Coordinated legal, medical, financial, and social service referrals.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
Recenter Houston
Houston, TX
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Supported chronically homeless clients through relapse prevention, anger management, and co-occurring disorder education.
- Provided case management across legal, medical, financial, and social domains; completed progress notes and discharge summaries.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
Harbor Light Salvation Army
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted assessments, screenings, and treatment planning in a 90-day inpatient program.
- Facilitated groups in relapse prevention, anger management, life skills, and mental health.
- Managed caseload needs including parole, housing, psychiatric care, and employment support.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Intern
AIDS Foundation Houston
Houston, TX
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Conducted screenings, counseling, and treatment planning under LCDC supervision.
- Facilitated groups in anger management, relapse prevention, parenting, and life skills.
- Delivered educational programs on domestic violence, parenting, and coping skills.
Substance Abuse Consultant
West University Baptist Church
Houston, TX
05.2017 - 05.2019
Timeline
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
The Turning Point Inc.
11.2022 - 05.2024
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
L-H Transitional Center
03.2021 - 11.2022
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
Recenter Houston
08.2020 - 12.2020
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
Harbor Light Salvation Army
07.2018 - 12.2018
Licensed Chemical Dependency Intern
AIDS Foundation Houston
01.2018 - 05.2018
Substance Abuse Consultant
West University Baptist Church
05.2017 - 05.2019