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Laurie Dalton

Long Beach,California

Summary

Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 17 years of experience. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor III

La Casita
Downey, CA
06.2018 - Current
  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions, promoting emotional and personal growth.
  • Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring safety and immediate assistance for clients in distress.
  • Advocated for client needs, connecting them with community resources and support services to promote holistic well-being.

Admissions Specialist

Redgate Memorial Recovery Center
Long Beach, CA
02.2019 - 03.2026
  • Maintained data confidentiality, adhering strictly to company guidelines and industry regulations regarding sensitive client information.
  • Guided and supported new hires through onboarding and training processes.
  • Streamlined medical record keeping, maintaining efficient documentation of all client cases.

Counselor and Case Manager

Safe Refuge
Long Beach, CA
01.2009 - 02.2019
  • Developed treatment plans for patients. Created effective discharge plans for smooth transitions.
  • Guided clients in establishing achievable goals, formulating actionable plans, and tracking progress.
  • Oversaw documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes to ensure effective case management.

Education

Associate of Arts - Human Services

Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

Skills

  • Application processing
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Clinical documentation
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance abuse assessment
  • Attention to detail

References

Jennifer Lundahl- Executive Director

Jlundahl@asaferefuge.org

(562)-987-5222

Yadira Duran- Admissions Supervisor

Yduran@bhs-inc.org

(562)-599-8444

Deanne Sharp- Program Manager

Dsharp@scadp.org

(562)-622-2268

Timeline

Admissions Specialist

Redgate Memorial Recovery Center
02.2019 - 03.2026

Counselor III

La Casita
06.2018 - Current

Counselor and Case Manager

Safe Refuge
01.2009 - 02.2019

Associate of Arts - Human Services

Long Beach City College

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

California State University Long Beach
Laurie Dalton