Maria Alejandra Rodriguez Gamboa
Delano, CA 93215
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Supervising Counselor with over 4 years of experience in substance abuse treatment. Skilled in problem-solving and fostering supportive environments, driving team performance and client engagement for improved recovery outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervising Counselor
Amity Foundation
Wasco, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Facilitated counseling sessions, addressing clients' needs and developing personalized action plans.
- Coordinated support services, ensuring seamless resource allocation for client assistance.
- Monitored case progress, adjusting strategies to enhance client outcomes and engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline communication and service delivery processes.
- Assisted in training new counselors, fostering a supportive learning environment and skill development.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive environment for clients by consistently enforcing policies related to confidentiality, respect, and boundarysetting.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team by regularly assessing counselor performance against established benchmarks and providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Reduced staff burnout by promoting self-care practices and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Led professional development workshops for colleagues on topics such as trauma-informed care or motivational interviewing techniques to enhance overall team effectiveness.
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Amity Foundation
Wasco, CA
03.2020 - 07.2025
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open dialogue and peer support among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Educated clients on coping strategies, relapse prevention techniques, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Improved client engagement by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques during counseling sessions.
- Developed cultural competence by working with diverse populations, enabling more effective communication and understanding of unique challenges faced by various individuals.
- Enhanced client recovery by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, contributing to continuous improvement in service delivery and outcomes measurement.
Substance Abuse Counselor
WestCare
Wasco, CA
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to clients, fostering a supportive therapeutic environment.
- Developed personalized treatment plans addressing specific needs and goals of each client.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' substance use history and readiness for change.
- Facilitated educational workshops on addiction prevention and recovery strategies for clients and families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care and support services for clients.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance treatment outcomes and improve client engagement in programs.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Santa Barbara Business College
Bakersfield, CA04-2015
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Self-care strategies
- Substance abuse treatment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Employee supervision
- Interpersonal skills
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvement
Certification
California Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Supervising Counselor
Amity Foundation
07.2025 - Current
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Amity Foundation
03.2020 - 07.2025
Substance Abuse Counselor
WestCare
03.2018 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Santa Barbara Business College