Nancy Fernandez
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Professional mental health and substance use counselor equipped to guide clients through challenges and foster personal growth. Strong background in providing dual diagnosis, crisis interventions, and individualized treatment planning. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team to achieve impactful results. Adaptable and dependable with focus on active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DWI Substance Use Counselor/Group Facilitator
EL FUTURO INC,
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Guided clients in developing coping skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Mental Health Counselor/Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Community Care Center
09.2023 - Current
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Improved patient treatment outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing customized treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Facilitated therapeutic support groups focused on topics such as sexual abuse, addiction, or relationships to foster connection and shared healing experiences among participants.
- Maintained detailed documentation of clinical notes, tracking patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work/Addiction Recovery
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2023
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work/ Criminology
Meredith College
Raleigh, NC05-2022
Associate of Science - Applied Science in Criminal Justice
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC05-2019
Skills
- HIPAA
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Crisis Response
- Dual diagnosis expertise
- Team Collaboration
- Client Records Management
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Suicide Prevention
- Relapse Prevention
- Intake assessments
- Multicultural Competence
- Case management proficiency
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker A
Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist A
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
DWI Substance Use Counselor/Group Facilitator
EL FUTURO INC,
01.2024 - Current
Mental Health Counselor/Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Community Care Center
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Clinical Social Worker A
Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist A
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work/Addiction Recovery
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work/ Criminology
Meredith College
Associate of Science - Applied Science in Criminal Justice
Durham Technical Community College
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