Lernado Pinder
Recovery Centers of America
Salem,MA
6
years of professional experience
Compassionate recovery professional with experience supporting substance use recovery, co-occurring disorders, and treatment engagement. Skilled in client advocacy, crisis intervention, and motivational interviewing. Focused on building trust, coordinating care, and helping clients reach lasting recovery goals.
Work History
Recovery Counselor
2 Years 7 Months- Applied motivational interviewing techniques to strengthen patient readiness for recovery goals.
- Supported patients through recovery planning, reinforcing coping strategies and treatment engagement.
- Monitored patient progress and identified barriers to treatment adherence and relapse prevention.
- Documented client progress, interventions, and discharge planning details in clinical records accurately.
- Coordinated care with multidisciplinary treatment team to align recovery plans and client needs.
- Facilitated group therapy discussions using evidence-based recovery approaches and structured treatment goals.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions supporting clients through substance use recovery and relapse prevention.
Recovery Specialist
2 Years- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Managed a high volume of patients while maintaining a professional demeanor and attention to detail.
- Maintained detailed documentation on all case activities, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Assessed individuals' needs and planned recovery programs to achieve personalized goals.
- Trained new staff on best practices in recovery support, elevating overall competency of recovery specialist team.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, building trust and facilitating more effective recovery paths.
- Increased patient engagement in recovery programs by introducing motivational interviewing techniques.
Temporary Employee
1 Year- Demonstrated self-motivation while managing multiple tasks.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands in high-pressure environments.
- Executed tasks independently while also contributing to team projects.
- Demonstrated quick learning and adaptability in various roles.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Recovery planning
Individual counseling
Relapse prevention
Crisis intervention
Substance abuse
Co-occurring disorders
Trauma-informed care
Client advocacy
Client relationship building
Team collaboration
Problem-solving
Mental health awareness
Boundary setting
Timeline
Recovery Counselor
Recovery Centers of America
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Recovery Specialist
Lynn Transitional Support Services
12.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Temporary Employee
Masis Staffing Solutions
11.2020 - 11.2021Read More
Swansea High School
High School Diploma
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