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Kevin Thomas

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 2 years 6 months of experience in drug and alcohol counseling settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with years of experience in Group and Individual settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

CHANGING SPIRITS
11.2022 - Current
  • Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug addicted clients.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
  • Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
  • Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
  • Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
  • Assisted with drug testing

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

ABC Traffic School
10.2021 - 03.2023
  • Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol users.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
  • Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
  • Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
  • Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.

Finance Manager

Glenn E Thomas Dodge Chrysler Jeep
03.2014 - 06.2018
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.


Sales Associate

Scott Robinson Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
06.2017 - 12.2017
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Finance Manager

TIMMONS OF LONG BEACH
02.2005 - 12.2009
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.

Education

DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELING

CRESENT COLLEGE
Huntington Park, CA
09.2021

Bachelor of Arts -

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LONG BEACH
Long Beach, CA
08.2003

High School Diploma -

LONG BEACH POLYTHENIC HIGH SCHOOL
Long Beach, CA
06.1993

Skills

  • Individual Counseling
  • Individual Therapy
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Providing Community Referrals
  • Family Counseling
  • Specimen Testing

Timeline

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

CHANGING SPIRITS
11.2022 - Current

Drug and Alcohol Counselor

ABC Traffic School
10.2021 - 03.2023

Sales Associate

Scott Robinson Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
06.2017 - 12.2017

Finance Manager

Glenn E Thomas Dodge Chrysler Jeep
03.2014 - 06.2018

Finance Manager

TIMMONS OF LONG BEACH
02.2005 - 12.2009

DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELING

CRESENT COLLEGE

Bachelor of Arts -

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LONG BEACH

High School Diploma -

LONG BEACH POLYTHENIC HIGH SCHOOL
Kevin Thomas