Kelly Goodwin

Training to facilitate Batterers Intervention Program

• Gained valuable experience, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
• Contributed to the improvement of clinical services by participating in supervision sessions and incorporating feedback from supervisors into practice.
• Implemented creative therapeutic interventions tailored to individual client needs, promoting positive change and personal growth.
• Continuously expanded professional knowledge through participation in workshops, conferences, and ongoing training opportunities.
• Increased client engagement through skillful application of active listening and communication techniques.
• Maintained client confidentiality in all communications, adhering to ethical guidelines and protecting the privacy of sensitive information.
• Supported clients in overcoming personal challenges by employing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.
• Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients set achievable goals and take steps towards positive change.
• Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
• Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
• Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.

• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
• Documented client interactions meticulously, maintaining accurate records required for regulatory compliance and effective case management.
• Assisted clients in setting achievable recovery goals, fostering a supportive and motivating environment for progress.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure well-rounded care for each client, resulting in improved overall health outcomes.
• Led psychoeducational workshops aimed at equipping clients with practical tools for coping with triggers, managing stressors, and preventing relapse.
• Incorporated motivational interviewing techniques into counseling sessions to empower clients towards positive behavioral changes that support long-term sobriety.
• Assisted in the creation of a relapse prevention curriculum tailored specifically to address common triggers faced by individuals recovering from substance abuse.
• Increased client retention rates by establishing rapport and building trust through empathetic communication.
• Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
• Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
• Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
• Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
• Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
• Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed to maximize success in recovery journey.
• Referred clients to appropriate community resources when necessary, ensuring access to essential services such as housing assistance or medical care.
• Provided crisis intervention services during times of heightened distress in a calm and compassionate manner, stabilizing challenging situations effectively.
• Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive substance abuse treatment plans.
• Educated clients on addiction''s impact on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being, promoting greater self-awareness and motivation for change.
• Developed strong relationships with local providers of detoxification services, streamlining referrals for clients requiring more intensive interventions.
• Continuously expanded knowledge of evidence-based practices within the field of substance abuse counseling through professional development opportunities and trainings.
• Contributed to the development of a comprehensive aftercare program, ensuring clients receive ongoing support and resources posttreatment.
• Enhanced treatment effectiveness with group and individual counseling sessions tailored to clients'' specific needs.
• Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' substance use history, identifying key areas for targeted intervention.
• Participated in regular case conferences, presenting client updates and collaborating on treatment plan adjustments for optimal results.
• Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
• Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
• Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
• Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
• Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
• Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
• Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).