Experience in educational leadership positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting service needs and maintaining smooth administration of all department operations. Desire growth-oriented position in dynamic, fast-paced environment. Compassionate Community Health Worker with health professionals; 4 years of experience in fast-paced positions. Committed to helping individuals improve wellness through the knowledge, experience and education. Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with a lot of experience. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Energetic residential counseling professional with experience monitoring residents and supporting facility operations. Expert at intake and discharge procedures, medication management and room inspections. Calm when handling incidents and crisis intervention meetings.
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
3 Months
Second Chance | 01.2025 - 04.2025
Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making with client's on their recovery
Facilitated group therapy in person and via zoom , PTSD informed group care.
One on one check-in for client's progress mentally and physically and help with individual goal planning ( after group)
Constructed daily urinalysis test to keep track of client's sobriety and recovery.
Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
Established trusting relationships with clients, creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.
Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Substance Use Dual Diagnosis Residential Counselor
3 Years 3 Months
PRC Baker Places | 05.2023 - Current
Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
Facilitated group counseling sessions to help clients address issues of substance abuse, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
Documented resident interactions thoroughly, maintaining accurate records for case management purposes.
Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
Advocated for resident needs within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring appropriate levels of care were provided consistently across all cases.
Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
Developed personalized care plans for each resident to address specific emotional and behavioral needs.
Facilitated conflict resolution among residents, ensuring peaceful and cooperative living situation.
Enhanced residents' coping mechanisms by providing emotional support and counseling during individual sessions.
Collaborate with Health Professionals (MD, NP, Therapists, Case Managers, Psychiatrists) through direct contact via phone, Epic, or schedule case conferences discussing patients progress in treatment.
Substance Abuse Counselor
11 Months
Magnolia Women's Recovery.Inc | 07.2022 - 06.2023
Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
Developed individual treatment goals based on history and mental health diagnosis.
Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
Facilitated group and individual therapy in a inpatient setting.
Administered Medication
Conduct Urinalysis
Supervised site visits with clients
Leadership Gender Awareness
2 Years 5 Months
Life Academy | 12.2017 - 05.2020
Focused on healthy and unhealthy relationships
Facilitated groups for individuals learning gender identity and the LGBTQ community and came up with health resolutions
Created a safe and trusting space with meetings for opinions being respected, making people feel comfortable and free to express how they feel