To obtain a job as a Counselor and become LADAC certified Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Forklift Operator
2 Years 6 Months
WestRock | 03.2021 - 09.2023
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
Tennessee Recovery Navigator
3 Months
Buffalo Valley Inc | 02.2021 - 05.2021
Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
3 Months
EFP LLC | 11.2020 - 02.2021
Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
Forklift Operator
5 Months
ProLogistix | 06.2020 - 11.2020
Load and Unload
Team Lead
Assist in scheduling trucks, Load and Unload
Shipping and Receiving
General warehouse work
Team Lead
Caretaker/House Manager
1 Year
TruCare Transformations | 06.2019 - 06.2020
Monitor client and progress notes
Treatment Intake
Treatment Plans
Assist in everyday living skills
Navigator
9 Months
Tennessee Recovery, Buffalo Valley Inc | 06.2018 - 03.2019
Treatment Intake
Intake Assessments
Onsite support for clients
Liaison between ED’s and Treatment Centers
5 Months
Essendant | 06.2018 - 11.2018
Sorting and Stacking
Shipping and Receiving
Loading & Unloading
Shipping & Receiving
Forklift Operator
4 Years
Tri | 11.2014 - 11.2018
Star Staffing
General Warehouse work
Shipping & Receiving
Stocking and Put Away
Loading & Unloading
Clerk
3 Months
Alcohol, Samaritan Recovery Center | 03.2018 - 06.2018
Drug Counseling ( IOP ), Treatment Intake
Progress Notes
Scheduling Orientation
Groups and One on One Sessions
Shipping & Receiving
Alcohol and Drug Counselor
5 Years 11 Months
Centerpointe Alcohol and Drug | 06.2008 - 05.2014
Working with patients with alcohol and drug problems
Documenting progress charts
Teaching inpatient and aftercare classes
Alcohol and Drug Counselor
10 Months
E.M. Jellinek | 01.2013 - 11.2013
Working with patients with alcohol and drug problems
Documenting progress charts
Managing 12 person facility
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
1 Year 9 Months
Spherion, Custom Foods | 09.2006 - 06.2008
Inventory
Psychiatric Counselor
1 Year 3 Months
Cumberland Hall Adolescent | 06.2002 - 09.2003
Working with adolescents with behavioral problems
Documenting progress charts
Hosting groups
Psych Tech II
4 Years 4 Months
Moccassin Bend | 02.1998 - 06.2002
Working with adults with mental problems
Documenting progress charts
Hosting groups
2 Years
Education Tennessee Wesleyan College | 01.1986 - 01.1988
Interest Coaching Football
Qualifications 20 years of Experience in Mental Health