Mischel Pomasl
Pewaukee,WI
Summary
Substance Abuse Counselor with extensive experience in delivering emotional support and guidance to individuals facing addiction challenges. Proficient in developing and executing treatment plans, leading group therapy sessions, and maintaining comprehensive case documentation. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, fostering trust and rapport with clients. Committed to enhancing team dynamics and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction through compassionate care.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Bethany Recovery Center
Oconomowoc, WI
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted individual, family, and group counseling sessions addressing addiction issues.
- Developed aftercare plans for clients transitioning from treatment programs.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Identified problem areas hindering participants' successful treatment completion.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history to shape individualized treatment plans.
- Guided clients in developing effective strategies for problem resolution.
Treatment Social Worker, Senior, SUD
Dept. Of Corrections
Milwaukee, WI
11.1993 - 08.2022
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to enhance communication skills and set goals.
- Implemented social service interventions to meet treatment objectives and address client needs.
- Counseled clients on transitioning to independent living, addressing emotional and financial barriers.
- Provided supportive counseling services for abuse or neglect victims to promote recovery.
- Participated in professional development activities to enhance therapeutic techniques and knowledge.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of services for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, following agency documentation standards.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food, and transportation.
- Experienced facilitator of T4C, CBISA, Domestic Violence
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI05-1993
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy
- Treatment planning
- Comprehensive assessments
- Case management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Goal setting
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Emotional support
- Therapeutic techniques
- Relapse prevention
- Multicultural competence
- Harm reduction strategies
- Therapeutic alliance
- Motivational interviewing
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Bethany Recovery Center
09.2022 - Current
Treatment Social Worker, Senior, SUD
Dept. Of Corrections
11.1993 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Carroll University