REUNTAN RICHARDSON
Marble Falls,TX
Summary
Personable professional committed to managing and tracking program components to meet set objectives. Extensive experience upholding quality standards to drive program growth. Recognized for wisdom and experience earned several-year career in program development. Highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who consistently demonstrates extreme attention to detail, a superior work ethic, and a congenial attitude in every job I undertake. Ability to perform well under stressful situations, handle administrative tasks, and learn quickly. I am seeking an opportunity to acquire knowledge and experience that will help clients, families, and staff members.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Management & Training Corporation
Burnet, Texas
08.2022 - Current
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to provide timely support during crises, ensuring client safety and stability.
- Experience with various therapeutic approaches, including individual and group.
- Awareness of the impact of trauma and the ability to create a safe and supportive environment.
- Oversaw intern activities to ensure effective learning and development.
- Conducted training sessions for new interns to improve competencies.
- Coordinate and guide others in the transition process.
- Maintained accurate, thorough records of client progress and interventions to facilitate ongoing treatment planning.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new employees on company policies and safe work practices.
- Monitored inventory levels and organized supplies for smooth workflow.
- Organized team meetings to discuss goals, progress, and operational improvements.
- Conducted performance evaluations to provide feedback and support staff development.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Trained new interns on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Delegated work to the team, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various programs.
- Conduct and supervise KSA
- Conduct placement calls with parole and counties.
Treatment Specialist
Management & Training Corporation
Burnet, Texas
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to streamline service delivery and improve patient experience.
- Conducted assessments and evaluated treatment plans to ensure alignment with patient needs.
- Provided treatment support to clients in a clinical setting.
Lead Medication Aide/ PCA
Celeste Care
Llano, TX
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted residents and staff medical professionals with daily living activities.
- Responded quickly and accurately to high-pressure situations to deliver the best possible care.
- Maintained an overall pleasant, clean, and positive atmosphere for residents to live whole and happy lives under our care
- Made sure all charts were updated and gave medications to all residents.
- Trained new employees and made sure they're comfortable
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training individual’s sessions for all staff members.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and team productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and reduce downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Managed team of 14 employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
Correction Officer
Giddings State School
Giddings, TX
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Carry out daily inspections of cells, doors, locks, and windows.
- Evaluating an offender's progress during their time inside and then writing reports.
- Talking to offenders about their problems or concerns that they may have.
- Monitoring the conduct of offenders throughout the day and documenting all incidents.
- Supervising all offenders ensure they are at the locations at the right time.
- Overseeing offenders by making sure that each offender eats breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Lead Medication Aide/ PCA
Celeste Care
Llano, TX
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Displayed physical ability to lift, push, and move quickly in all necessary circumstances.
- Assisted residents and staff medical professionals with daily living activities.
- Communicated thoroughly and efficiently; maintained residents’ health records.
- Responded quickly and accurately in high-pressure situations to deliver the best possible care.
- Maintained an overall pleasant, clean, and positive atmosphere for residents to live whole and happy lives under our care.
- Made sure all charts were updated and gave medications to all residents
- Trained new staff on company policies and operational procedures.
- Directed and supervised team of 12 employees in daily operations.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented medication administration and resident responses accurately.
- Maintained inventory of medications and ordered supplies as needed.
- Assisted in training new medication aides on protocols and procedures.
- Participated in monthly meetings with health care team to discuss current resident status and plan future interventions.
- Maintained confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information related to residents' medical history and treatments received.
- Supervised the work of other aides to ensure quality assurance in delivery of services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bachelor's - Criminal Justice
Bachelor's - Psychology
Skills
- Mentally Strong
- Cultural Competence
- Understanding of HIPAA
- Ethical Guidelines
- Knowledge on programs and policies
- MS Office Programs
- Team Building
- Supervision
- Enthusiastic Attitude
- Time Management
- Lead Qualifications
- Employee training
- Leadership development
- Employee motivation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Policy enforcement
- Staff management
- Organizational leadership
- Effective communication
- Operational supervision
Current License
- CCJP
- LCDC
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Management & Training Corporation
08.2022 - Current
Treatment Specialist
Management & Training Corporation
09.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Medication Aide/ PCA
Celeste Care
05.2020 - 08.2021
Correction Officer
Giddings State School
12.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Medication Aide/ PCA
Celeste Care
05.2018 - 12.2019