Highly motivated addiction counselor pursuing LMSW who is passionate about recovery. Eager to become part of a team to counsel clients who are struggling with addiction and help them achieve a valuable and rewarding life.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Counselor
West Midtown Medical Group
01.2021 - 08.2022
Awarded top achievement in counseling in Q2 & Q3 20021
Maintain case load of 55 patients engaged in methadone maintenance program
Provide individual counseling utilizing evidence-based practices focused on harm reduction, co-morbid mental health disorders and physical health issues
Utilize strengths-based approach to help patients identify goals and solutions in the development of their treatment plans
Refer patients as needed to outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation services based on assessments and individual needs
Conduct psychosocial evaluations, addiction screenings, and suicide evaluations in accordance with OASAS guidelines
Intern
Exponents Center
06.2020 - 12.2020
Assisted department heads of training school in preparing students for CASAC certification
Interviewed incoming students and facilitate enrollment in 350-hour CASAC training program
Ensured students are on-track for meeting OASAS certification requirements
Engaged with students in dual learning platforms in-person and on zoom to ensure they are completing assignments and meeting team goals
Account Director
BBDO Worldwide
01.2002 - 02.2010
Served as senior client services lead on the AT&T Wireless brand account (agency of record)
Managed advertising campaigns and website projects including implementation, performance evaluation, staffing, budget, and timelines
Presented creative advertising campaigns with creative team to senior level marketing executives
Participated in the online brand transition of Cingular Wireless to AT&T Wireless (2004) and the launch of the iPhone (2007)
Responsible for hiring new staff and conducted bi-annual performance reviews of direct reports
Account Manager
I33, Online Advertising Agency
01.2001 - 07.2002
Developed digital brand and media strategies for advertisers
Collaborated with sales teams to upsell and renew sponsor contracts
Educated advertisers on performance metrics, insights, and optimization recommendations
Account Manager
IVillage.com
02.1998 - 01.2001
Served as the direct point of contact for the website’s key advertisers
Ensured that ad content was developed on-brand and in accordance with creative guidelines and strategies
Developed and maintained project schedules, resources, timelines, and budgets
Reported performance data to ad clients and sales reps and optimized placements to ensure response rates were meeting sales quotas
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