Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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MARISSA ANDERSON

Waverly,OH

Summary

Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Caring supporter of recovering patients with guidance toward tangible improvements and relapse prevention. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AOD Counselor

Focus Residential
10.2023 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive treatment culture by modeling and promoting healthy boundaries, communication practices, and self-care strategies among staff members.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients during difficult moments.
  • Established rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of substance abuse severity, fostering trust and open communication essential for successful outcomes.
  • Supported clients in navigating legal or social service systems as necessary during their recovery process.
  • Developed relapse prevention plans with clients, equipping them with tools to maintain sobriety post-treatment successfully.
  • Educated clients on coping skills and strategies that promote long-term sobriety and success in recovery.
  • Administered assessments upon intake to determine appropriate levels of care for incoming clients accurately.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.

CPST Counselor

TCC
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
  • Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
  • Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
  • Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
  • Promoted mental health awareness within the community through participation in educational events and presentations.

Job Shadower/ Counselor

Recovery Council
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waverly High School
05-2016

Master of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice

Some College
Chillicothe, OH
Current

Skills

  • Behavior redirection
  • Care plan management
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Client documentation
  • People skills
  • Assessment skills
  • Client Advocacy
  • Life Skills Training
  • Individual Counseling
  • Anger Management
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Goal Setting
  • Crisis Intervention

Certification

CDCA

Additional Information

CDCA is active and will be upgrading to a LCDC2 once associates degree of human services is obtained in may of 2024.

Timeline

AOD Counselor

Focus Residential
10.2023 - Current

CPST Counselor

TCC
06.2023 - 10.2023

CDCA

04-2023

Job Shadower/ Counselor

Recovery Council
01.2023 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Waverly High School

Master of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice

Some College
MARISSA ANDERSON