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Nikki Velez

Raleigh,NC
Nikki Velez

Summary

At Southlight, as a Substance Abuse Counselor Intern, I leveraged my expertise in Substance Use Screening and motivational interviewing to enhance client self-awareness and drive positive behavioral changes, significantly improving treatment outcomes. My approach, prioritizing patient confidentiality and relapse prevention, has been pivotal in developing tailored recovery plans, demonstrating a strong blend of technical knowledge and empathetic client engagement.

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Certification

Work History

Southlight

Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
01.2015 - 06.2015

Job overview

  • Educated clients on addiction''s impact on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being, promoting greater self-awareness and motivation for change.
  • Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive substance abuse treatment plans.
  • Incorporated motivational interviewing techniques into counseling sessions to empower clients towards positive behavioral changes that support long-term sobriety.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed to maximize success in recovery journey.

Education

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC

Substance Abuse Counseling from Human Resources Development
05.2015

University Overview

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM

Bachelor's from University Studies
12.2001

University Overview

Skills

  • Substance Use Screening
  • Substance Abuse Knowledge
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Relapse Prevention

Certification

CNA-1

Timeline

Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Southlight
01.2015 - 06.2015
Wake Technical Community College
Substance Abuse Counseling from Human Resources Development
University of New Mexico
Bachelor's from University Studies
Nikki Velez