Kaylene Prusia
Delmont,SD
Summary
Detail-oriented addiction counselor trainee with a strong foundation in developing individualized treatment plans and facilitating group and individual sessions. Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments and provide crisis intervention, ensuring comprehensive support for clients in recovery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Counselor Trainee
Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
Yankton, SD
03.2026 - Current
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support recovery goals.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and progress in recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during critical situations.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources for addiction recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with external agencies to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance counseling techniques and knowledge of addiction issues.
Specialized Probation Officer
State of Nebraska
Bellevue, NE
12.2024 - 02.2026
- Conducted regular assessments of probationers' compliance with court orders and rehabilitation plans.
- Coordinated with community resources to facilitate support services for probationers.
- Monitored progress through case management software, documenting updates and interventions.
- Developed individualized supervision strategies based on risk assessment findings.
Assistant Probation Officer
State of Nebraska
Papillion, NE
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted regular assessments of probationer compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Facilitated communication between probationers and community resources for support services.
- Monitored probationer progress through case management software and documentation practices.
- Assisted in developing rehabilitation plans tailored to individual probationer needs.
Case Monitor
State of Nebraska
Papillion, NE
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted in orientating clients after they have been court ordered probation.
- Assisted in low-level offender case load to ensure they were following court orders.
Drug Technician
State of Nebraska
Papillion, NE
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Executed urine testing protocols to ensure adherence to probation requirements.
- Collaborated with probation officers to ensure timely and precise reporting of urine test results.
Addiction Counselor Trainee
Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
Yankton, SD
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for each individual.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, quickly responding to emergencies and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Developed customized aftercare plans for discharged clients, ensuring they had access to ongoing support services upon completion of formal treatment programs.
- Assessed and treated patients through various addictions, making referrals for comorbid conditions.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Evaluated client progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed to ensure continued success in their recovery journey.
Addiction Counselor Intern
Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
Yankton, SD
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support clients in recovery journeys.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of client needs.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting interventions to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques to promote sustained recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Counseling
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2020
High School Diploma -
Tripp-Delmont High School
Tripp, SD05-2002
Skills
- Relapse prevention
- Boundaries establishment
- Assessment skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Individual counseling
- Continuing education
- Group facilitation
- Treatment Planning
- Substance abuse education
- Aftercare follow up
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Addiction Counseling Trainee, Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
Timeline
Addiction Counselor Trainee
Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
03.2026 - Current
Specialized Probation Officer
State of Nebraska
12.2024 - 02.2026
Assistant Probation Officer
State of Nebraska
04.2024 - 12.2024
Case Monitor
State of Nebraska
08.2022 - 03.2024
Drug Technician
State of Nebraska
05.2022 - 08.2022
Addiction Counselor Trainee
Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
06.2020 - 05.2022
Addiction Counselor Intern
Lewis and Clark Behavioral Health
08.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Counseling
University of South Dakota
High School Diploma -
Tripp-Delmont High School