Michelle Kuntz
Dayton,Nevada
Summary
Caring, empathetic, engaging Substance Use Disorder counselor with background in correctional, outpatient, and MAT settings with knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Talented at building rapport with different patients to encourage honesty and growth in recovery. Skilled in team building techniques, working under pressure, and adapting to new situations and challenges. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants. Passionate about providing guidance and resources for patients with substance abuse issues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse MAT Counselor
Center For Behavioral Health
05.2023 - Current
- Supports and assesses clients struggling with addiction and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Ensures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
- Facilitates group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provides comprehensive case management services, creates treatment plans, and connects clients to appropriate resources.
- Develops goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Monitors client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success, and well as uses knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Works alongside clinic doctor and other medical staff and is educated on different forms of medication assisted treatment.
- Coordinates care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Displays sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients served.
Substance Abuse Counselor
New Dawn Treatment Center
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to encourage positive change, reflection, growth, and ultimately recidivism.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Center Point Inc.
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Met with other professionals to discuss individual participant's’ needs and progress.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
New Frontier Treatment Center
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Utilized Seeking Safety behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12.2011
Skills
- Skilled case manager with knowledge and experience in treatment planning, discharge planning, crisis prevention/intervention, clinical evaluation, screening, assessments and documentation requirements
- Trained in motivational interviewing, Helping Men Recovery, Helping Women Recover, T4C, Parenting, and Trauma informed care
- Knowledgeable in addictive disorders, mental health disorders, and cognitive related diagnosis
- Trained in the areas of group and individual counseling using a harm reduction lens
- Knowledge of cross-cultural differences and experience in working with diverse population
- Ability to work independently and also within a group dynamic
- Strong organizational, verbal and written skills
- Detail oriented and organized
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain calm under pressure and think critically during crisis situations
- Client Records Management
- Care Planning
Timeline
Substance Abuse MAT Counselor
Center For Behavioral Health
05.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
New Dawn Treatment Center
05.2022 - 02.2023
Substance Abuse Counselor
Center Point Inc.
09.2020 - 02.2022
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
New Frontier Treatment Center
06.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue University