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Kathelene Foute

Redlands,CA

Summary

Compassionate Drug and Alcohol Counselor with experience in implementing effective treatment plans for individuals struggling with substance abuse. Possess strong skills in patient assessment, individual and group counseling, as well as crisis intervention. Previous work demonstrates ability to build trust with patients, fostering a supportive environment conducive to recovery and growth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Benchmark
Redlands, CA
- Current
  • Provided individual counseling and group therapy to clients with substance abuse issues.
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with the client, family members, and other professionals.
  • Conducted assessments to determine the level of addiction, identify mental health disorders, and develop a plan for recovery.
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and coping skills.
  • Educated clients about the risks associated with drug and alcohol use.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate care for clients who have co-occurring mental health disorders.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and formulate recommendations for continued care.
  • Assisted clients in developing strategies to reduce or eliminate substance use behaviors.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Acadia Healthcare
Riverside, CA
03.2004 - 02.2019
  • Provided individual counseling and group therapy to clients with substance abuse issues.
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with the client, family members, and other professionals.
  • Conducted assessments to determine the level of addiction, identify mental health disorders, and develop a plan for recovery.
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and coping skills.
  • Educated clients about the risks associated with drug and alcohol use.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Assisted clients in developing strategies to reduce or eliminate substance use behaviors.
  • Monitored progress through regular review of client records and administered standardized tests to measure outcomes of treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate care for clients who have co-occurring mental health disorders.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and formulate recommendations for continued care.
  • Maintained professional relationships with referral sources such as courts, probation officers, hospitals, social service agencies, and community organizations.
  • Attended continuing education conferences related to drug and alcohol counseling techniques.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting client interactions and progress towards goals.
  • Identified high risk situations that may lead to relapse or increased risk of harm due to substance use behaviors.

Education

CADC Ll - Drug And Alcohol Studies

California Paramedical And Technical Colleg
Riverside
02-2003

High School Diploma -

Sierra Vista High School
Baldwin Park
06-1983

Skills

  • Individual counseling
  • Client advocacy
  • Clinical documentation
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Providing community referrals
  • Defining treatment objectives
  • Behavior modification
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Life skills training
  • Intervention planning
  • Active learning
  • Clinical assessment
  • Client evaluation
  • Specimen testing
  • Crisis management
  • Boundary setting
  • Communication techniques
  • Case management
  • Community resources
  • Individual therapy
  • Recovery support
  • Goal setting

Timeline

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Acadia Healthcare
03.2004 - 02.2019

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Benchmark
- Current

CADC Ll - Drug And Alcohol Studies

California Paramedical And Technical Colleg

High School Diploma -

Sierra Vista High School

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