Pamela Moncrief
Inglewood,CA
Summary
I am a team player I've worked in several roles with SCHARP (Assistant Director and Substance Abuse Counselor, mental health worker, case manager)etc. I have over 20 years of experience with working in a recovery community settings. I am a very resourceful professional with experience in providing individual and group support to help clients suffering with substance abuse and mental health issues. I am skilled in developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting assessments and providing referrals to external resources. I am committed to advocating for client rights and helping build positive coping skills to improve their quality of life.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director/ Substance Abuse Specialist
SCHARP TIEH Program
10.2017 - 09.2023
- Interview clients for enrollment process into the TIEH program
- Process referrals to in-patient and out-patient drug treatment programs
- Facilitate weekly substance abuse group
- Monitor clients recovery progress
- Monitor SPAR's system for TIEH measurements and outcomes as well as upcoming reassessments
- Complete TIEH reassessment packet.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Case Coordinator
SCHARP Homeless Program
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Document and process Intake forms for chronically mentally Ill Homeless individuals.
- Assist with processing transitional and permanent housing applications for homeless individuals.
- Assess client needs for resources and referrals
- Place homeless families in Transitional Housing.
- Determine Shelter Plus Care eligibility for permanent housing.
- Refer clients to In-Patient and Out-patient Substance Abuse Facilities and to local Shelters
- Assist clients with accessing SSI / GR Benefits
- Complete documentation such as DMH Coordination Treatment Plans, Payer Financial Data, as well as daily documentation pertaining to service rendered for DMH clients, and the completion of Units of Service Logs
- Conduct groups including but not limited to alcohol, substance abuse, mental health awareness education, anger management, social and coping skills.
- Completed various administrative tasks such as making phone calls, answering emails and inputting data into systems.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs to resolve roadblocks.
Case Manager
New Image Emergency Shelter
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Assess client needs for resources and referrals
- Place homeless families in Transitional Housing
- Place single individuals in Permanent and Transitional Housing
- Complete documentation relating to clients in a timely and accurate manner.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Circle of Friends Outpatient Services
01.2002 - 02.2004
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CADomestic Violence Counseling
California Cognitive Behavioral Institute
On Line08.2021
Anger Management Studies
Century Anger Management
Online03.2016
Associate of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05.2012
Psychology of Addiction Dual Accredited (CADC-CAS)
California Association of Addiction Recovery
Los Angeles, CA2003
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Google Drive
- Staff Management
- Empathic
- Compassion
- Motivational Interviewing
Related Certificates
- California Alcoholism and Other Drug Addictions Recovery Specialist - CADC-CAS
- Social Model Recovery Systems, Inc. CEUs: 39 hours
- Quantum Units Education CEUs: 33 hours
- State Certified Substance Abuse Counseling
- Certified Mental Health Worker
- Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources Institute Dual accredited (CADC-CAS)
- Dorsey High School, Los Angeles, CA GED Certificate conferred on June 20, 2008
- Certified Anger Management Counselor on March 06, 2016 - Present
- Certified Domestic Violence Counselor on August 14, 2021 - Present
- Psychology AA Degree
Areas Of Specialty
- Addiction Recovery Model
- Elderly Alcoholism
- Counselor Competencies
- Anger Management
- Domestic Violence
- Cultural Diversity & Mental Illness
- Substance Abuse
- HIV Treatment Education
- Chemical dependency counseling and treatment coordination
References
References are available
Timeline
Assistant Director/ Substance Abuse Specialist
SCHARP TIEH Program
10.2017 - 09.2023
Case Coordinator
SCHARP Homeless Program
01.2006 - 01.2017
Case Manager
New Image Emergency Shelter
01.2004 - 01.2009
Substance Abuse Counselor
Circle of Friends Outpatient Services
01.2002 - 02.2004
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Southwest College
Domestic Violence Counseling
California Cognitive Behavioral Institute
Anger Management Studies
Century Anger Management
Associate of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Cerritos College
Psychology of Addiction Dual Accredited (CADC-CAS)
California Association of Addiction Recovery
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