A highly seasoned and reliable team player understanding the importance of organization within staff to better our clients vision. Recognized for exceptional problem solving, as well as the to get the job done. Displays a positive attitude and open for change.
Work History
Outreach Coordinator
SYNERGY RESEARCH CENTER
National City, CA
04.2011 - 09.2011
Responsible for recruiting participants with mental health problems transported to doctors appointment’s and diagnosis for different studies.
Worked in collaboration with The Neil Good Center. Attended PACT Meetings to provide resources as needed for people coming out from incarceration.
Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
Executed strategies to generate qualified leads through outreach sales calls to professional referral sources.
SUD COUNSELOR
Episcopal Community Services, ECS
11.2019 - 02.2024
Carried a caseload of participants to educate them on the disease of addiction and recovery back to the community and family.
Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
Utilizing the ASAM tool for each client’s appropriate level of care.
Works with a team of case managers and LPHA’s for clients progress in treatment.
Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
SUD COUNSELOR
Episcopal Community Service DUIP
El Cajon, CA
11.2013 - 10.2018
Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
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