Open To Work
Roger W. Warren
WestCare Youth and Family Tree
Hanford,USA
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Substance Abuse CounselorJourney CounselorJourney CounselorSubstance Abuse Counselor
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
Remote
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Substance Abuse Counselor delivering individual counseling, group facilitation, and crisis intervention to hundreds of clients across youth, residential, and correctional treatment settings. Builds individualized treatment plans, updating 8–15 plans per month for 11–15 clients, supports relapse prevention in 9+ group sessions per week, and documents progress against recovery milestones for diverse client populations. Grounded in culturally competent counseling and structured behavioral treatment.
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
4 Months- Provided targeted behavioral counseling and crisis intervention, enhancing resilience among at-risk youth.
- Facilitated confidential one-on-one counseling sessions to promote emotional and psychological growth.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to guide recovery, ensuring accountability through measurable milestones.
Journey Counselor
4 Years 6 Months- Managed clinical caseload of 12 justice-involved individuals, ensuring tailored support in high-security environment.
- Led structured, curriculum-based treatment groups that enhanced relapse prevention and facilitated cognitive behavioral change.
- Conducted intensive individual counseling sessions, adapting interventions based on client progress to promote recovery.
Journey Counselor
2 Years 4 Months- Coordinated individualized care plans for 12 participants in correctional rehabilitation program, enhancing participant engagement and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions fostering peer support and communication skills, contributing to relapse prevention efforts.
- Conducted bi-weekly individual sessions and ensured documentation compliance with state standards, supporting program integrity.
Substance Abuse Counselor
1 Year 7 Months- Delivered evidence-based clinical services to adults in intensive inpatient residential setting, facilitating recovery and personal growth.
- Managed full caseload responsibilities including intakes, bio-psychosocial assessments, and progress documentation, ensuring comprehensive care and support for each client.
- Supported clients through detoxification and early recovery, developing individualized long-term treatment plans to promote sustained recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English
Skills
Diagnostic interviewing
Individualized treatment planning
Individual counseling
Relapse prevention
Behavioral intervention
Motivational interviewing
Substance use assessment
Dual diagnosis treatment
Trauma-informed care
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Caseload administration
Documentation
Group facilitation
De-escalation
Safety planning
ASAM criteria
Discharge planning
Affiliations
CCAPP
Certification
- Certified Addiction Professional — CCAPP Certification Number: C037900716
- CAARR Institute — 155-Hour Alcohol & Drug Studies (2016)
- CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
WestCare Youth and Family Tree
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Journey Counselor
Amity Foundation (Pleasant Valley State Prison)
08.2021 - 02.2026Read More
Journey Counselor
North Kern State Prison
02.2019 - 06.2021Read More
Substance Abuse Counselor
First Steps Recovery
07.2017 - 02.2019Read More
Fresno State University
Bachelor of Science from English
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