Michelle Forbes-Baptiste
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
CAREER GOAL: To work effectively and collaboratively with partners; in building and sustaining social, emotional and philosophical pillars of society. Compassionate Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselor with experience in providing individual and group therapy sessions across diverse populations. Skilled in developing effective treatment plans, crisis intervention, and fostering supportive environments for recovery. Demonstrated ability to build trust with clients, leading to improved treatment outcomes and enhanced coping strategies for managing addiction and behavioral challenges. Successfully collaborated with healthcare professionals to integrate care approaches, resulting in holistic support for clients on the path to recovery. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Liaison Worker Level II
Bellevue Hospital
New York, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and executed outreach techniques to involve community members and organizations.
Substance Abuse Therapist
Elev8 Centers Rehabilitation
New York, NY
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for individuals with substance abuse issues.
- Provided individual, group, and family counseling to clients struggling with addiction.
- Conducted assessments of clients in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Educated clients on the dangers of substance abuse and its effects on their lives.
- Facilitated relapse prevention groups focusing on coping skills, problem solving, and stress management techniques.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Counseling Service of EDNY
New York, NY
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Assessed clients to determine individual needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address addiction issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
North Central University
Minneapolis, MN01-2026
Master of Science in Leadership with Human Resource Leadership -
Walden University
Baltimore, MD01.2012
Bachelor of Education - Education Administration -
University of the West Indies - Open Campus
St. Augustine-Barbados01.2007
Skills
- Computer Studies Tools
- Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Training Classroom Management and Development
- Instructional Planning and Assessment Evaluation
- Cloud Computing
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Active Listening
- Case Management
- Maintaining Client Records
- Client Needs Assessments
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Certification
- Certificate in Introduction to the Restorative Practice Framework, Port Hope, Ontario Effective (2016)
- Use of Circles- International Institute for Restorative Practices-IIRP Canada
- Certificate in Human Resource Development-New Delhi, Narela/India (2014)
- International Training Programme-Global Human Resource Management
- Certificate in Teacher Education (1999)
- CASAC II
Careergoal
To work effectively and collaboratively with partners; in building and sustaining social, emotional and philosophical pillars of society.
Position
Substance Abuse Counselor
Organizations
- Grenada Outreach Inc.
- Moringa Cultural Group
Languages
English
Hobbies and Interests
- Charity work
- Fitness and exercise
Timeline
Community Liaison Worker Level II
Bellevue Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Substance Abuse Therapist
Elev8 Centers Rehabilitation
04.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
Counseling Service of EDNY
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Certificate in Introduction to the Restorative Practice Framework, Port Hope, Ontario Effective (2016)
- Use of Circles- International Institute for Restorative Practices-IIRP Canada
- Certificate in Human Resource Development-New Delhi, Narela/India (2014)
- International Training Programme-Global Human Resource Management
- Certificate in Teacher Education (1999)
- CASAC II
Master of Science - Social Work
North Central University
Master of Science in Leadership with Human Resource Leadership -
Walden University
Bachelor of Education - Education Administration -
University of the West Indies - Open Campus
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