Lucia Scannavino
Wantage,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented, self motivated individual with exceptional communication and rapport building skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for compassion and empathy with substance abuse population with focus on client centered care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Group Facilitator / CADC Intern
Garden State Treatment Center
350 Sparta Avenue Suit A Sparta, NJ
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Addiction assessments and treatment planning
- Individual, group, and family counseling
- Client support and advocacy
- Developed rapport to create a supportive environment by fostering trust, empathy, and mutual respect among Clients.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to monitor client progress and implement changes as needed.
- Adapt to meet clients at current stage of recovery
- Client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Crisis intervention and de escalation skills
- Dual diagnosis support
- Assist clients in developing individual relapse prevention plan
- Clinical documentation in KIPU
- Provided guidance on goal-setting strategies, empowering clients to take ownership of their personal development journey.
- Assist clients in self discovery through alternative lines of thinking
- Presented 12 Step literature through lived experience
- Established and communicated clear expectations for appropriate conduct during group and individual sessions.
- Prepared didactic and process group sessions including scheduling, material preparation, and follow-up communications with clients.
Intern
Newton Medical Center-Behavioral Health
Newton, NJ
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Intakes, assessments, and discharge planning
- Facilitate Relapse Prevention, psychoeducation and wrap-up groups
- Individual and family session shadowing
- Link individuals to social supports and social service agencies
- Apply theories learned to patients
- Case Management, treatment planning
- Recordkeeping
- Urine Drug Screens
Proprietor
Believe You Can Naturally
NJ
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Developed and maintained the business website
- Maintain accounts receivable and payable
- Process and ship all internet orders
- Run sales and Advertisement through Constant Contact and social media
Education
Master of Social Work - Return To Studies: 2025
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2027
Certified Alcohol And Drug Counselor - Social Work
New Jersey Prevention Network
01-2026
Bachelor - Psychology And Women And Gender Studies
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ01.2015
Skills
- Professional relationships
- Community resources
- Advocacy
- Assertiveness
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Cultural sensitivity
- Problem-solving aptitude
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa – Psychology Honor Society
- Iota, Iota, Iota – Women and Gender Studies Honor Society
Certification
NYSDOH Registered Opioid Overdose Program
Opioid overdose prevention: Naloxone
Timeline
Peer Group Facilitator / CADC Intern
Garden State Treatment Center
05.2024 - 04.2025
Intern
Newton Medical Center-Behavioral Health
01.2016 - 04.2016
Proprietor
Believe You Can Naturally
01.2012 - 01.2018
Master of Social Work - Return To Studies: 2025
Rutgers University
Certified Alcohol And Drug Counselor - Social Work
New Jersey Prevention Network
Bachelor - Psychology And Women And Gender Studies
William Paterson University