Martina Deeb
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
CASAC-certified professional with expertise in substance use treatment, problem gambling, and family systems. Skilled in person-centered, trauma-informed care, advocacy, and community engagement, with a strong commitment to supporting recovery and promoting equitable access to services.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Reintegration Clinical Director
New Choices Recovery Center
Schenectady, NY
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with community resources to the best outcomes of program participants
- Created and implemented family programming in reintegration residential setting
- Mentor counseling staff and foster professional growth. promoting culture of continuous improvement
- Implement evidence-based practices, resulting in improved treatment protocols and enhanced participant satisfaction.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
Senior Clinician
New Choices Recovery Center
Schenectady, NY
10.2016 - 07.2023
- Provided individual and group counseling for case load including individuals with substance use disorder, problem gambling, and CRAFT services for family members
- Facilitate groups for Outpatient Rehabilitation and Outpatient Services, Families, and Gambling-related harms
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate participant progress and adapt treatment strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, facilitating access to additional resources for program participants and families.
Per Diem Counselor
Hedgerow House
Saratoga Springs, NY
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Assisted with treatment planning, referrals, and group facilitation
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support client mental health and wellness.
- Conducted workshops on coping strategies, stress management, and life skills development.
Leadership Team
RAIS (Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga)
Saratoga Springs, NY
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Facilitated community conversations on substance use disorder (SUD) and overdose prevention to increase awareness and engagement.
- Advocated with local and state policymakers for parity between mental health and SUD services.
- Educated the public on anti-stigma language and best practices through presentations and social platforms.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Intern
Saratoga Springs Prevention Council
Saratoga Springs, NY
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Worked directly under executive director planning and implementing community-based interventions for those affected by SUD and gambling-related harms including planning of county RCOC.
- Supported data collection efforts for program evaluation and reporting purposes.
- Engaged in social media campaigns to increase awareness of recovery services available in community.
Relief Counselor
Transitional Services Association, Inc.
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Provided safe and supportive environment in community residences for men and women being treated for SUD and psychiatric disorder
- Became educated on how to provide positive outcomes through treatment team collaboration.
- Taught and modeled life skills and coping mechanisms, facilitated groups, planned healthy-pro-social recreational activities
Education
BS - Sociology (Human Services Concentration)
Excelsior University
Albany, NY03.2023
A.A.S. - Chemical Dependency Counseling and A.S., Human Services
Schenectady County Community College
Schenectady, NY05.2016
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Supervision (Micro-Credential)
- Education and Training Provider Certificate (OASAS)
Timeline
Reintegration Clinical Director
New Choices Recovery Center
07.2023 - Current
Senior Clinician
New Choices Recovery Center
10.2016 - 07.2023
Intern
Saratoga Springs Prevention Council
05.2016 - 08.2016
Per Diem Counselor
Hedgerow House
01.2016 - 10.2016
Relief Counselor
Transitional Services Association, Inc.
10.2014 - 05.2016
Leadership Team
RAIS (Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga)
08.2014 - 10.2016
BS - Sociology (Human Services Concentration)
Excelsior University
A.A.S. - Chemical Dependency Counseling and A.S., Human Services
Schenectady County Community College