Melissa Troche
Belmont,CA
Summary
Objective: To obtain a career opportunity incorporating my current training, Life Experience, based on Assessment, Evidence Based Treatment, Substance Use Monitoring, Clinical and Case Management, Recovery Support Programs and Continuing Care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUD Counselor
El Centro De Libertad
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Guided clients in effective EBP's integrated from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix etc.
- Developed treatment plans with clients to build confidence and resilience.
- Facilitated Prevention Education for the school system in San Mateo County
Crisis Interventionist (On Call)
El Centro De Libertad
11.2022 - Current
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to increase client engagement in treatment.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Worked on deescalating crisis
- Ability to work independently and responsibly
- Collaberated closely with law enforcement and clinical supervisor
Withdrawal Management Technician
Pathway Society Inc.
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted regular and timely client safety and health checks per documented protocol.
- Performed urinalysis testing as needed
- Provided client care and support in the detoxification process.
- Conducted Intake and ASAM assessments
- Documented client activity in chart an shift log notes.
- Assisted clients with case management including managing patient medication
- Pulled and entered referrals from the county Unicare system
Care Coordinator
Pathway Society Inc
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and client information
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to program director to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support
- Conducted regular rounds of the facility, ensuring client safety
- Assisted with medication monitoring, counting and compliance
- Facilitated life skill group activities for clients as assigned
- Assigned and directed chores for clients on a weekly basis
Internship AOD Program (Under Clinical Supervision
Pathway Society Inc
11.2020 - 06.2021
- In compliance with current trainings needed on a yearly basis
- Completed ASAM authorizations for level of care.
- Provided groups focusing on EBP's such as CBT, Matrix and Motivational interviewing.
- Provided referrals and worked with probation departments and courts for treatment status reports.
- Provided crisis intervention
- Efficient in application of 12 Core Functions
- Conducts intakes on a weekly basis, including working with clients to create a treatment plan
- Individual counseling in an outpatient setting
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA12.2024
Alcohol And Drug Certificate (Level 2) - Alcohol And Drug Studies
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA06.2021
Skills
- Providing Resources
- Resource Referrals
- Plan Treatments
- Documentation Skills
- Crisis Interventions
- Emotional Support
- Group Therapy
- Addictions and Substance Abuse
- Counsel Clients
- Effective Working Relationships
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Mental Health Support
- Anger Management
- Client Screening
Certification
- CADC 1- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Aggression Replacement Training
- First Aid Certified
- HIPPA Trainings
- Cultural Competence Training
- SOGI Training
- Prevention Education Facilitator
- AOD Certificate Level 2
- RADT Certification
- Trainings through County of San Mateo County and Relias Training
Timeline
Crisis Interventionist (On Call)
El Centro De Libertad
11.2022 - Current
SUD Counselor
El Centro De Libertad
05.2022 - Current
Withdrawal Management Technician
Pathway Society Inc.
06.2021 - 05.2022
Care Coordinator
Pathway Society Inc
12.2020 - 06.2021
Internship AOD Program (Under Clinical Supervision
Pathway Society Inc
11.2020 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Social Work
San Jose City College
Alcohol And Drug Certificate (Level 2) - Alcohol And Drug Studies
San Jose City College
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