Rosa T. Foreman
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Experienced substance use professional serving in a dual clinical and supervisory role, delivering direct treatment services while leading SAIOP (ASAM 2.1) and Peer Recovery Support programs. Proven expertise in ASAM-aligned assessments, IOP group facilitation, staff supervision, and PRS oversight, with a strong foundation in recovery-oriented care, ethical leadership, and DMAS/Medicaid compliance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Use Counselor / SAIOP & PRS Supervisor
Impact Mental Health Services
Portsmouth, Virginia
07.2022 - Current
- Provide clinical services within a Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (ASAM 2.1), including facilitation of IOP groups and management of an active caseload.
- Complete comprehensive DMAS-compliant ASAM 2.1 assessments to support appropriate level-of-care placement and continued service authorization.
- Supervise and support up to six clinicians, providing clinical guidance, documentation review, and professional development.
- Oversee Peer Recovery Support Services, mentoring both new and experienced Peer Recovery Specialists up to 18 specialists in a recovery-oriented service delivery.
- Serve as a role model, mentor, and advocate by appropriately integrating lived recovery experience to support individual goals and self-determination.
- Collaborate with individuals served, agency staff, and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated care and linkage to appropriate services across the continuum of care.
School Counselor
Grassfield High School
Chesapeake, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided services to students in the areas of academic, personal/social and career development
- Counsel students individually and in small groups
- Conduct individual academic program planning and updating of 4-year plans
- Prepare students for graduation including, but not limited to scheduling, verification of Carnegie units/ credits, verified credits, diploma plans and diploma seals
- Assisted students with post-secondary vocational and employment opportunities
- Participated in counselor related school/division activities
Education Specialist-Administrator
SECEP
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Trained, supervised and motivated faculty.
- Managed student services such as guidance programs, record keeping, budgets, relations with parents, employers, and the community.
- Counsel students when needed to resolve conflicts and other issues to ensure the school complies with state and federal regulations.
English / Social Studies Teacher Middle School Teacher
SECEP-RE-ED RENAISSANCE ACADEMY
Virginia Beach, Virginia
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Create and implement English / Social Studies curriculum, including grammar and composition, for 6th, 7th and 8th grade classrooms. Employ a variety of current, innovative teaching strategies to motivate, inspire, and encourage student-centered learning. Design units to maximize available technology and resources. Quickly built valuable classroom management skills while gaining strong understanding of various educational styles unique to each student.
- Provide one-on-one differentiated instruction for students performing below minimum academic achievement levels while recording student academic and behavioral progress. Proactively managed parent relationships to promote professionalism.
- Conducted group and individual activities to further enhance learning. Built reputation for strong classroom management and capacity to deliver broad range of detailed lesson plans. Maintained exceptionally high degree of professionalism while interacting with support staff, peer teachers, and administrators. Coordinated and implemented after-school Chess Club for middle school students.
9th / 10th Grade English /Science Teacher
SEEP - RE-ED CHESAPEAKE CENTER
Chesapeake, Virginia
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Established a strong, equitable learning environment to meet the needs of adolescent learners. Leveraged in-depth knowledge of English composition instruction to design, develop, and lead a variety of writing and literature classes.
- Managed diverse student population while meeting learning objectives set forth by senior faculty. Researched and investigated new sources to ensure up-to-date and accurate materials. Presented dynamic instruction to ensure students remained engaged in learning during Science instruction.
- Worked in a team supported learning environment and collaborated with school administration, educational staff and peers to develop professional growth.
SEEP-RE-ED WINDSOR WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Virginia Beach, Virginia
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for 1st-5th grades. Administered tests and evaluations, and analyzed student performances in math, reading, creative writing, language arts, science, and history.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as whole group lectures, small group instruction, discussions, and hands-on activities.
- Used creative teaching strategies to engage children in ethical thinking and conflict resolution
Substance Abuse Counselor
Prestera Center
Charleston, WV
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Provided clinical services to consumers within their identified program by providing individual and group therapy, assessments, treatment planning, supportive counseling, and other clinical services identified as medically necessary
- Provided treatment services following the most appropriate therapy modality, ensuring that treatment is effective, efficient, and meet the client needs and satisfaction
- Ensured that quality customer services are provided and recorded appropriately
- Maintains a working knowledge of Center policies and procedures, licensure regulations, CARF Standards, Medicaid and other regulatory bodies
- Adhered to confidentiality, HIPAA, and risk management policies and procedures including but not limited to completing Incident Reports
- Utilized technology provided to perform job efficiently and effectively
- Completed crisis safety plans with consumers as indicated
Middle School Teacher
The Pines Residential Treatment Center
Chesapeake, VA
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Created lesson plans to teach special educations students a variety of subjects
- Assessed students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
- Teach lessons to a diverse student population
- Communicated with parents or guardians about their child's progress
Education
Education Specialist in Administration and Supervision -
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA12.2016
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.1998
Skills
- Teaching (10 years)
- Individual / Group Counseling (10 years)
- Crisis Intervention (10 years)
- Addiction Counseling (2 years)
- Mental Health Counseling (10 years)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavioral Therapy (10 years)
- Crisis Management (10 years)
- Presentation Skills (10 years)
- Curriculum Development (3 years)
- Behavioral Health (10 years)
- Case Management (10 years)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (10 years)
- Program Development (3 years)
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Child & Family Counseling (10 years)
- Meeting Facilitation
- Direct sales (5 years)
- Classroom Management (10 years)
Certification
- CPR & First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens June 2025 to June 2026
- VDOE Pupil Personnel Services July 2020 to July 2030
- Virginia Department of Education School Counseling License
- CSAC-Supervisee-July 2024-July 2026
Timeline
Substance Use Counselor / SAIOP & PRS Supervisor
Impact Mental Health Services
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor
Grassfield High School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Education Specialist-Administrator
SECEP
01.2019 - 01.2021
English / Social Studies Teacher Middle School Teacher
SECEP-RE-ED RENAISSANCE ACADEMY
01.2017 - 01.2019
9th / 10th Grade English /Science Teacher
SEEP - RE-ED CHESAPEAKE CENTER
01.2014 - 01.2017
SEEP-RE-ED WINDSOR WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2007 - 01.2014
Substance Abuse Counselor
Prestera Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
Middle School Teacher
The Pines Residential Treatment Center
01.2002 - 01.2005
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Norfolk State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Norfolk State University
Education Specialist in Administration and Supervision -
Regent University
Assessments
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient April 2021
- Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions Full results: Proficient
- Customer focus & orientation — Proficient August 2022
- Responding to customer situations with sensitivity Full results: Proficient
- Teamwork: Interpersonal skills — Highly Proficient August 2022
- Responding to challenging team situations at work Full results: Highly Proficient
- Basic computer skills — Proficient August 2022
- Performing basic computer operations and troubleshooting common problems Full results: Proficient