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Robin Andrews

The Dalles

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record as a Youth Alcohol and Drug Counselor at Mid-Columbia Center for Living, excelling in substance abuse counseling and community outreach. Skilled in fostering client relationships and implementing tailored recovery plans, resulting in enhanced client engagement and successful outcomes. Proficient in case documentation and communication strategies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Mid-Columbia Center for Living
The Dalles
12.2024 - Current
  • Established trusting relationships with clients, fostering an environment of open communication and mutual respect.
  • Monitored client progress through regular check-ins, adjusting plans as needed to maintain momentum towards goals.
  • Connected clients with community resources such as housing, employment, and educational opportunities to support long-term stability.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting healthy discussion and shared experiences among participants.
  • Assisted clients in identifying personal goals for recovery, creating tailored plans to achieve success.

Bookkeeping Clerk

Fred Meyer
The Dalles
11.2021 - 08.2023

Ensured accuracy and compliance of records through effective handling of AP, ledger, reconciliation, and statement requirements.

Balanced daily cash in bank vault, managing withdrawals and deposits efficiently.

Processed invoices and checks while maintaining comprehensive daily cash logs and deposits.

Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts, and provided change swiftly.

Client Services Lead

Century Benefits ~ Simplifying Insurance
10.2014 - 12.2020
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key clients, enhancing retention rates and generating referrals.
  • Implemented effective resolution strategies, significantly reducing customer complaints.
  • Acquired comprehensive knowledge of company products and services to support clients effectively.
  • Oversaw implementation of new CRM system, improving data organization and accessibility for team.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Communication

Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
06-2010

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Columbia Gorge Community College
The Dalles, OR

Skills

  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Group facilitation
  • Community outreach
  • Continuing education
  • Computer software proficiency
  • Case documentation
  • Communication strategies
  • Community resource coordination
  • Learning management systems

Accomplishments

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

  • Forestry Worker Crew Lead
  • Assisted in the completion of vegetation management projects, planting, pre-commercial thinning units, demolition and salvage of buildings and recreation site construction on State Forest Lands.
  • Wildland Firefighter 2 Level.
  • Salmon habitat restoration projects.

Timeline

Youth Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Mid-Columbia Center for Living
12.2024 - Current

Bookkeeping Clerk

Fred Meyer
11.2021 - 08.2023

Client Services Lead

Century Benefits ~ Simplifying Insurance
10.2014 - 12.2020

Associate of Science - Business Communication

Tacoma Community College

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Columbia Gorge Community College