Certified Drug &Alcohol Counselor CADCI
Libby Sparks
Drug &Alcohol Counselor
Roseburg,OR
Summary
Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 20 years of experience in clinical settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
5
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Certified Recovery Mentor
Work History
Drug and Alcohol Counselor/Housing Specialist
United Community Action Network
10.2022 - Current
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Provided Case Management services to secure and maintain housing.
- Collaborated information with Community Partners.
Peer Mentor
Adapt Integrated Health Care
05.2016 - 09.2023
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth and development.
- Promoted positive behavior and responsibility among mentees by modeling appropriate social skills.
- Encouraged mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Developed mentees' life skills such as time management and communication.
- Implemented strategies to help mentees manage stress and difficult emotions.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Provided resources and referrals to secure housing.
- Supported mentees in navigating college admissions processes and achieving academic success.
On Site Housing Case Manager
Adapt Integrated Health Care
05.2016 - 02.2019
- Offered friendly and efficient service to residents, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Developed partnerships with community organizations to expand services and referrals.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing emotional and mental health challenges.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Assessed risk factors of residents and made referrals for further services.
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Marion County Health Department
04.2014 - 10.2015
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Group Facilitator
Bridges 2 Safety
12.2012 - 05.2015
- Maintained positive, comforting environment that felt safe and inviting to offenders.
- Developed open rapport with offenders , encouraging sharing of questions and concerns.
- Prepared and led support groups.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions to offenders.
- Provided self-esteem and anger management group therapy.
- Prepared written reports and decisions regarding cases to judiciary system.
- Educated in various types of techniques and skills to better understand people from diverse walks of life and cultures.
Public Service Representative
Galt Employment Services
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Directed phone inquiries, answered customer questions, and scheduled appointments.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail, sorting and distributing to correct staff and departments.
- Reviewed and updated customer information in database for accuracy.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Developed and implemented strategies to streamline office operations.
Education
Human Services
South Western Community College
Coos Bay, ORGED -
Lane Community College
Eugene, ORSkills
- Goal Setting
- Patient Confidentiality
- Case Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Effective Communication
- Client Advocacy
- Resource Coordination
- Professional Boundaries
- Clinical Documentation
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- CSAC - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
- Peer Support Specialist
Timeline
Drug and Alcohol Counselor/Housing Specialist
United Community Action Network
10.2022 - Current
Peer Mentor
Adapt Integrated Health Care
05.2016 - 09.2023
On Site Housing Case Manager
Adapt Integrated Health Care
05.2016 - 02.2019
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Marion County Health Department
04.2014 - 10.2015
Public Service Representative
Galt Employment Services
04.2014 - 01.2015
Group Facilitator
Bridges 2 Safety
12.2012 - 05.2015
- CSAC - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
- Peer Support Specialist
Human Services
South Western Community College
GED -
Lane Community College
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