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Reubin Burney

Southern Pines,NC

Summary

Dynamic Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with extensive experience at Pinehurst Comprehensive Treatment Center. Expert in developing patient-centered plans and implementing evidence-based techniques, enhancing recovery rates. Skilled in DWI assessments and fostering therapeutic relationships through empathetic listening, promoting client empowerment and positive outcomes in addiction recovery.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Pinehurst Comprehensive Treatment Center
03.2012 - Current
  • Engage patients in the screening/intake process; beginning the process of establishing the therapeutic alliance.
  • Engage patients in individual therapy sessions fostering a safe therapeutic environment.
  • Conduct/facilitate psycho-education/ group therapy sessions to Increase knowledge knowledge of the disease concept of addiction, the process of recovery, and development of healthy coping skills.
  • Collaborate with patient in the development of the patient centered plan in order to patient responsibility for achieving goals and objectives.
  • Formulate/complete progress notes, reports, and complete other patient related paperwork.
  • Assist less experienced counselors in the day to day work environment to promote the highest standard of patient care.
  • Continually engage in trainings to maintain CADC and other certifications.
  • Monitor patient dosing history and medication records, along with medical staff, to promote stability on agonist dosing medications.
  • Monitor patient's drug screening results to promote harm reduction/abstinence from opioids and other illicit drug use.



Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor-Intern

Long Beach Medical Center (FACTS)
07.1999 - 03.2012
  • Developed appropriate treatment plans and kept ongoing records of treatment.
  • Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending relevant trainings, workshops, and conferences, ensuring the provision of high-quality counseling services.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening skills, fostering trust within therapeutic relationships.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of new clients to identify appropriate level of care and services needed for successful recovery.

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Part-time)

Oceanside Counseling Center
04.2007 - 02.2012
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening skills, fostering trust within therapeutic relationships.
  • Improved client recovery rates by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of new clients to identify appropriate level of care and services needed for successful recovery.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients in taking ownership of their recovery process.

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

Seafield Services, INC
04.2005 - 03.2007
  • Collaborate with patients in the development of the patient centered plan.
  • Formulated patients progress notes and other pertinent paperwork promoting adherence to policies and regulations.
  • Promoted a safe therapeutic environment facilitating individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other therapeutic approaches to positive patient outcomes and overall progress.
  • Engaged in the process of collecting urine specimens in order obtain drug screen results.
  • Educated patients in order to promote a positive perception of drug screening as a tool to promote abstinence.

Education

Addiction Counseling (450 Hours Curriculum)

Molloy College (Addiction Curriculum Program)
Rockville Centre, NY
09-1996

Skills

  • NC Department of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities/Substance Use Services (DMH/DD/SUS) approved to provide DWI assessments and treatment
  • Certified by (DMH/DD/SUS) as an Instructor of the State Prescribed Alcohol and Drug Education Traffic School Curriculum (ADETS)
  • Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)Approved Prime For Life Curriculum Instructor
  • Approved Substance Abuse Evaluator for the NC Department Of Motor Vehicles
  • Approved Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) for the Department Of Transportation

Timeline

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Pinehurst Comprehensive Treatment Center
03.2012 - Current

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Part-time)

Oceanside Counseling Center
04.2007 - 02.2012

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

Seafield Services, INC
04.2005 - 03.2007

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor-Intern

Long Beach Medical Center (FACTS)
07.1999 - 03.2012

Addiction Counseling (450 Hours Curriculum)

Molloy College (Addiction Curriculum Program)
Reubin Burney