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Mahalia Collins

Mahalia Collins

Dayton,Ohio

Summary

Dedicated mental health professional bringing background working with individuals suffering from substance abuse and behavioral disorders. Focused on client advocacy, prevention and education to reduce impacts and recurrence of serious issues. Collaborative with multidisciplinary teams to create solid support networks for client needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant

UMADAOP OF DAYTON
Dayton, OH
07.2020 - Current
  • Assisted with the implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Actively promoted community awareness of the dangers associated with substance abuse.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to substance abuse counseling.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on relapse prevention techniques.
  • Served as a role model for clients by demonstrating professional behavior at all times.
  • Conducted intakes, assessments, and evaluations to determine appropriate level of care for each patient.
  • Monitored urine drug screens of clients participating in detoxification programs.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed by responding quickly and calmly during difficult situations.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in self-help programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous.
  • Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
  • Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
  • Discussed with offenders how such issues as drug and alcohol abuse and anger management problems might have played roles in past criminal behavior
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
  • Developed referral process to assist client access to special programs and services.

OHIO Certified Prevention Specialist Assistant

UMADAOP OF DAYTON
Dayton, OH
07.2020 - Current
  • Facilitated workshops on topics such as preventing underage drinking and avoiding prescription drug misuse.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through collecting data from participants before, during, and after intervention activities.
  • Maintained records documenting outreach activities conducted within the community.
  • Conducted assessments of local needs in order to develop effective prevention strategies.
  • Provided prevention education and training to community members on drug use, abuse and addiction.
  • Designed educational materials and resources related to substance abuse prevention.
  • Monitored changes in trends regarding substance use by analyzing data from surveys and focus groups.
  • Utilized social media platforms to spread awareness about available resources for those affected by substance abuse.
  • Advised communities on how best to utilize available resources when implementing various types of interventions.
  • Created a database to track progress and outcomes related to various prevention activities.
  • Attended conferences and seminars related to current research on best practices for prevention efforts.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices into existing programming aimed at reducing risky behaviors associated with substance misuse.
  • Cultivated relationships with local businesses in order to promote healthy lifestyle choices among employees.
  • Organized community events focused on raising awareness of the dangers of substance abuse.
  • Coordinated with public health professionals, law enforcement personnel, school administrators, and other stakeholders to implement comprehensive prevention initiatives.
  • Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
  • Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs.
  • Developed referral process to assist client access to special programs and services.

Education

Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies

American National University - Salem
Salem, VA
05-2009

Skills

  • Peer Support Training
  • Substance Abuse Prevention
  • Outreach Planning
  • Harm Reduction Strategies
  • Health Education
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Individual Counseling
  • Individual Therapy
  • Defining treatment objectives
  • Substance detoxification
  • Goal Setting
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Resource Networking
  • Substance Use Screening
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Self-Care Promotion
  • Crisis Management
  • 12-Step Program Knowledge
  • Community Resources
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Communication techniques
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
  • Professionalism
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • OHIO CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY PROFFESSIONALS BOARD ( CHEMICAL DEPEPENDENCY COUNSELOR ASSISTANT)
  • OHIO CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY PROFESSIONALS BOARDS ( OHIO CERTIFIED PREVENTION SPECIALIST ASSISTANT)
  • OHIO MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES ( CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORTER)
  • MANSFIELD UMADAOP ( CHILDREN OF INCARCERATED PARENTS C. I. P. CERTIFIED )

Timeline

Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant

UMADAOP OF DAYTON
07.2020 - Current

OHIO Certified Prevention Specialist Assistant

UMADAOP OF DAYTON
07.2020 - Current

Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies

American National University - Salem

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