Mark Ziegenfuss
Catasauqua,PA
Summary
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with experience in substance assessment, treatment planning, and relapse prevention. Skilled in group facilitation, case management, and discharge coordination to support client recovery and lasting progress.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Pyramid Health Care
Allentown, Pennsylvania
02.2020 - 02.2026
- • Provided one-on-one counseling for Pyramid Health Care clients with substance use disorders.
- • Led individual counseling sessions to address client-specific substance abuse needs.
- • Conducted individual counseling sessions to address specific client substance abuse challenges.
- • Delivered support and guidance during private sessions to promote recovery and personal growth.
- • Led relapse prevention sessions and coping skills education in Pyramid Health Care programs.
- • Coordinated group sessions centered on coping skills and relapse prevention techniques.
- • Facilitated group therapy discussions to enhance peer support and client engagement.
- • Facilitated group therapy discussions to promote peer support and shared experiences among clients.
- • Built strong client relationships to support safe, trusting counseling environments.
- • Developed trust through active listening and empathetic communication during sessions.
- • Created tailored treatment plans based on individual assessments to align with client goals.
- • Worked with clients to outline actionable steps toward recovery milestones.
- • Completed substance abuse assessments and documented client progress in records.
- • Worked with Pyramid Health Care clinical teams and referral partners to develop treatment plans.
- • Assisted with discharge planning and aftercare coordination for Pyramid Health Care clients.
- • Monitored client compliance with program rules, medication schedules, and recovery plans.
- • Led educational groups on substance abuse topics to inform and empower clients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Substance Abuse
Alvernia University
Reading, PASkills
- Substance use assessment
- Treatment plan development
- Relapse prevention
- Crisis intervention
- Case management
- Discharge planning
- Group facilitation
Certification
- C.A.A.C PA. / Certified Associate Addictions Counselor
Timeline
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Pyramid Health Care
02.2020 - 02.2026
Associate of Arts - Substance Abuse
Alvernia University