Krushonda Weems
Dothan,AL
Summary
Experienced Senior Substance Abuse Counselor adept at providing individualized treatment plans, group therapy, and case management for individuals with addictions and co-occurring mental health disorders. Skilled in evidence-based practices, cognitive behavior therapy, and trauma-informed care, supporting clients in achieving sobriety and personal growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Care Specialist
Harriet”s Haven
Graceville, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to address challenging behaviors.
- Facilitated group activities designed to teach life skills, such as communication, problem solving and conflict resolution.
- Assessed client progress for timely intervention adjustments
Senior Substance Abuse Counselor
MTC Corporation
Graceville, FL
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care
- Conducted initial assessments, screenings, and evaluations to determine client needs and appropriateness for program participation
- Guided discussions to prevent relapse and enhance resilience
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care coordination and case management
- Monitored clients progress, documented treatment outcome, and maintained accurate records
Mental Health Technician
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
Dothan, AL
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete interventions
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress
- Charted on each patient daily
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation
- Assisted and counseled from 8 to 14 male/female residents daily
Consumer Food Safety Protection Specialist
Keystone Foodservice
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Partnered with operations and packaging departments and verified packaging materials and finished goods met company quality and safety standards
- Monitored finished packaging for appearance and food safety and recommended corrective actions and improvements
- Maintained communication with quality control team members and shared safety information and training documents
- Explored food safety innovation in terms of technology, people, processes, and systems
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
Behavioral Specialist
Sayla Therapeutic Resources
Abbeville , AL
10.2011 - 08.2016
- Developed and implemented behavior plans to address challenging behaviors in children with disabilities.
- Provided individualized instruction for students based on their needs, strengths, and interests.
- Conducted assessments of student's behavior, academic performance, and social skills.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators and other professionals to design interventions that improve student outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice General Program
Walden University
true05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Sociology
Troy University
Troy, AL12.2012
Skills
- Administrative Support
- Crisis Resolution
- Behavior Observation
- Maintaining Safety Standards
- Team Meetings
- Therapeutic Facilitation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in trauma-informed care
- Strong understanding of addiction recovery models and evidenced-based practices
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing substance abuse treatment
- Residential Management
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- First-aid and CPR
- Mental Health Support
- Records Management
- Group and individual sessions
- Plan of action development
- Life Skills Instruction
- Resource Coordination
- Positive Reinforcement
- Program Evaluation
Certification
- Verbal De-escalation
- Classroom Management
- Crisis Intervention/Management
- Group Facilitation
- CPR/First Aid
- Handle With Care
- Seeking Safety Facilitation
- HIV/AIDS
Timeline
Youth Care Specialist
Harriet”s Haven
07.2024 - Current
Senior Substance Abuse Counselor
MTC Corporation
09.2022 - 06.2024
Mental Health Technician
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
10.2018 - 08.2022
Consumer Food Safety Protection Specialist
Keystone Foodservice
11.2016 - 08.2018
Behavioral Specialist
Sayla Therapeutic Resources
10.2011 - 08.2016
- Verbal De-escalation
- Classroom Management
- Crisis Intervention/Management
- Group Facilitation
- CPR/First Aid
- Handle With Care
- Seeking Safety Facilitation
- HIV/AIDS
Master of Science - Criminal Justice General Program
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Sociology
Troy University
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