Melonie Adams
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Caring, empathetic Chemical Dependency Worker with over 6 years of experience in substance abuse treatment center settings. Client-focused, with training and expertise to help individuals with emotional and substance abuse problems. Excels in counseling, person-centered support, and crisis intervention.
ACCBC Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor,# 2214844
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Dependency Worker
Cri-Help Inc.
North Hollywood, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with clients to determine individual needs and develop treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
- Maintain accurate records of client progress in the electronic medical record system.
- Educate clients about available community resources for continued recovery support.
- Conducted assessments of the client's mental health status and substance use history.
- Collaborate with and guide clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
- Attend professional development workshops related to substance abuse counseling.
- Develop aftercare plans with clients transitioning out of treatment programs.
- Provide crisis intervention services when needed.
Group Facilitator
Cri-Help Inc.
North Hollywood, CA
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
- I attended professional development workshops related to substance abuse counseling.
- Maintained a positive attitude while facilitating sessions with the intention of encouraging engagement from all participants.
- Supported individuals within the group who were struggling emotionally or psychologically.
- Encouraged clients to develop mutual support networks outside of support groups.
- Participated in conferences, trainings, and meetings related to areas of assigned responsibility.
- Entered person-centered group notes in SAGE in a timely manner
Senior Support Techncian
Cri-Help Inc.
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Conducted regular safetydrills to ensure the safety of all clients
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding residential care facilities.
- Encouraged positive interactions among clients while promoting a safe environment.
- Performed CDC-regulated sanitizing tasks, including laundry service and cleaning of common areas, during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Ensured the CDC social distancing guidelines were followed among the clients
- Observed and recorded the client's self-administered medications.
- Adhered to confidentiality guidelines when dealing with sensitive information about clients or staff members.
- Assisted individuals with completing daily appointments by helping with mobility and transportation needs.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to clinical staff and social services.
- Participated in and documented client crisis interventions
Food Handler Technician
Cri-Help Inc.
North Hollywood, CA
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Prepare and cook food items according to established recipes and procedures.
- I checked stock levels of ingredients and notified managers when more were needed.
- Set up workstations with the necessary items for food preparation.
- Carried out closing duties such as cleaning workstations, equipment, and floors.
- Assisted other staff members with various tasks as needed.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Stocked, rotated, and replenished supplies in accordance with inventory control systems.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, slicers, grinders, blenders, and mixers.
- Maintained the cleanliness of work areas throughout the shift, including counters, tables, shelves, and floors.
- Monitored the temperatures of freezers and refrigerators to ensure safe storage standards were met.
- I took and recorded the temperatures of food, refrigerators, and freezers.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
Education
Certification Program - Addiction Studies
Los Angeles City College/ Pierce
Woodland Hills, CA06.2021
General Studies
Escondido Charter High School
Escondido, CA06.2004
Associate of Arts - Addiction Studies
Los Angeles City College/ Pierce
Woodland Hills, CASkills
- Professional relationships
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Conflict mediation
- Document preparation
- Critical thinking
- Understanding of substance abuse disorder
- Relationship building
- Communication
- Work ethic
- Working collaboratively
- Flexible
- Collaboration
- Team building
- Decision-making
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Chemical Dependency Worker
Cri-Help Inc.
12.2022 - Current
Group Facilitator
Cri-Help Inc.
12.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Support Techncian
Cri-Help Inc.
11.2019 - 12.2021
Food Handler Technician
Cri-Help Inc.
07.2017 - 11.2019
Certification Program - Addiction Studies
Los Angeles City College/ Pierce
General Studies
Escondido Charter High School
Associate of Arts - Addiction Studies
Los Angeles City College/ Pierce