Melissa Mauldin, PRSS, LCDCi
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern
Bastrop,TX
Summary
Accomplished Senior Recovery Mentor at Renewal Lodge by Burning Tree Programs, leveraging expertise in motivational interviewing and mental health awareness to significantly enhance client recovery outcomes. Spearheaded 12-step recovery and mindfulness programs, demonstrating exceptional emotional support and professional ethics. Proven track record in improving coping strategies and fostering substantial progress in 12-step recovery processes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Recovery Mentor
Renewal Lodge by Burning Tree Programs
02.2022 - Current
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting healthy discussion and shared experiences among participants.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, fostering an environment of open communication and mutual respect.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven analysis methods, refining approaches based on findings.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary for at-risk individuals.
- Improved clients'' coping skills for challenging situations through personalized strategies and mindfulness techniques.
- Offered constructive feedback on behavior patterns related to addiction relapse prevention.
- Attended professional development workshops on topics related to substance abuse treatment modalities, continuously expanding knowledge base for improved client outcomes.
- Work with clients to help them progress through a 12-step program.
- Teach AA Book Study/12-step groups.
- Teach Mindfulness in Recovery groups 2-4 times weekly.
- Assistant to Director of Alumni Services - follow up calls, updating EMR, hosting and chairing weekly Alumni meetings both Zoom and in-person, admin and top contributor of Alumni social media groups, alumni event coordinator.
- Assistant to the Director of Recovery Services
Education
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Program
Institute Of Chemical Dependency Studies
Houston, TX01-2024
Associates Program Sociology
Austin Community College
Austin, TX01-2027
Undergrad - Sociology
El Centro College
Dallas, TX01-2003
Associates of Arts in Theater Arts Program
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Manhattan, NYHigh School Diploma -
Shady Grove Christian Academy
Irving, TXSkills
- Mental health awareness
- Self-care techniques
- Emotional support
- Professional ethics
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Life skills coaching
- Recovery planning
- Boundary setting
- Behavioral modification
- Peer support
- Substance abuse education
- Documentation
Certification
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern - Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Certified Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher - School of Positive Transformation
Peer Recover Support Specialist - Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals
Certified Mindfulness in Recovery Facilitator - Mindful Life Program
CPR certified
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trained
Certified Web Copy Specialist - American Writers & Artists International (AWAI)
Certified Social Media Marketing Expert - American Writers & Artists International (AWAI)
Timeline
Senior Recovery Mentor
Renewal Lodge by Burning Tree Programs
02.2022 - Current
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern - Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Certified Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher - School of Positive Transformation
Peer Recover Support Specialist - Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals
Certified Mindfulness in Recovery Facilitator - Mindful Life Program
CPR certified
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trained
Certified Web Copy Specialist - American Writers & Artists International (AWAI)
Certified Social Media Marketing Expert - American Writers & Artists International (AWAI)
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Program
Institute Of Chemical Dependency Studies
Associates Program Sociology
Austin Community College
Undergrad - Sociology
El Centro College
Associates of Arts in Theater Arts Program
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
High School Diploma -
Shady Grove Christian Academy
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