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Richard Mendoza

Redding,CA

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry- position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Resourceful counseling professional with experience in providing individual and group support to help clients suffering from substance abuse issues. Skilled in developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting assessments and providing referrals to external resources. Committed to advocating for client rights and helping build positive coping skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Visions Of The Cross
05.2019 - Current
  • Monitored clients'' progress, adjusting treatment approaches as necessary for optimal outcomes.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support in high-stress situations to ensure client safety and wellbeing.
  • Maintained detailed case records in compliance with confidentiality guidelines, contributing to accurate documentation and efficient communication among team members.
  • Facilitated educational workshops on addiction prevention and recovery resources for the local community.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of new clients to identify appropriate level of care and services needed for successful recovery.
  • Mentored junior counselors, sharing knowledge on effective techniques and best practices in substance abuse counseling.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening skills, fostering trust within therapeutic relationships.
  • Led relapse prevention groups, teaching clients essential skills needed for long-term sobriety success.
  • Enhanced group therapy sessions for increased client engagement and effective communication of coping strategies.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients in taking ownership of their recovery process.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Shasta College
Redding, CA
12.2024

Skills

  • Referral coordination
  • Resource identification
  • Treatment planning
  • Self-care strategies
  • Crisis intervention
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Goal Setting
  • Crisis Management
  • Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
  • CPR/AED

Timeline

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Visions Of The Cross
05.2019 - Current

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Shasta College

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