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Brendan Sain

Ann Arbor,MI

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Coordinator

Home Of New Vision
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2022 - Current
  • Conducted client intake assessments using the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Continuum then directed clients to appropriate levels of care.
  • Coordinated client care with Home of New Vision clinical director, psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and peer recovery coaches.
  • Verified care authorizations with Washtenaw County Community Health
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions at outpatient and inpatient facilities.

Peer Recovery Coach/Case Manager

Home Of New Vision
Ypsilanti, United States
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Created and updated recovery plans with a rotating list of roughly 25 clients suffering from co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders utilizing S.M.A.R.T. goals supporting multiple paths to recovery.
  • Facilitated recovery support and case management groups with clients in residential treatment and detox facilities.
  • Documented all calls and text messages with clients in a timely manner in Therapy Notes and the Confidential Record of Consumer Treatment (CRCT).
  • Assisted the Washtenaw Recovery Advocacy Project (WRAP), the Women's Specialty Program (WSP), and the Recovery Opiate Overdose Team (ROOT) in community events.

Transitional House Manager

Any Lengths Sober Living
Ypsilanti, MI
12.2021 - Current
  • Directed weekly house meetings promoting accountability and principles of 12-step recovery.
  • Performed random drug screens on residents.
  • Conducted housing intakes, orientations, and discharges.
  • Enforced house rules including curfew, meeting attendance, chores, and adherence to working a 12-step recovery program.

Psychiatric Medical Assistant

University Of Michigan Health System
Ann Arbor, MI
03.2017 - 11.2017
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine the purpose of the visit, and record medical history.
  • Performed vitals measurements for patients.
  • Obtained the client's medical history, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Maintained detailed records of test pertinent medical information.

Psychiatric Care Worker

University Of Michigan Health System
Ann Arbor, United States
05.2009 - 09.2013
  • Assessed clients upon admission and discharge to detox; took blood draws for labs.
  • Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Education

Addiction Studies

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2023

Medical Assistant Training Program -

Ross Medical Education Center
Ann Arbor
12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University Of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
12.2015

Skills

  • Certified Peer Recovery Coach as of 11/10/2021
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Mental Illness Treatment
  • Emotional Support
  • First Aid/CPR Certified as of 1/1/21
  • Organization and Time management
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Supervision
  • Conflict resolution

Volunteer/Service Work

Spera Means Hope AA Meeting Facilitator, 12/2019 to Present

Dawn Farm Spera Center, Ann Arbor, MI

  • Chaired weekly meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous that focused on early recovery
  • Coordinated meeting direction and logistics with Dawn Farm staff.
  • Transitioned an in-person meeting to a virtual format.
  • Created, updated, and disseminated meeting website (smhopeaa.com).

Leadership

President of the Collegiate Recovery Program, 1/1/2021 to 5/1/2022

Washtenaw Community College - Ann Arbor, MI

  • Host weekly discussion meetings for Washtenaw Community College students who seek support for substance use.
  • Coordinate with club officers and Washtenaw Community College staff and administrators about club activities, finances, and outreach.

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Most Helpful employee at Home of New Vision for 2021.
  • Received the "Michigan Difference Award" for excellence in patient care in March 2012.

Timeline

Clinical Coordinator

Home Of New Vision
09.2022 - Current

Transitional House Manager

Any Lengths Sober Living
12.2021 - Current

Peer Recovery Coach/Case Manager

Home Of New Vision
09.2021 - 09.2022

Psychiatric Medical Assistant

University Of Michigan Health System
03.2017 - 11.2017

Psychiatric Care Worker

University Of Michigan Health System
05.2009 - 09.2013

Addiction Studies

Washtenaw Community College

Medical Assistant Training Program -

Ross Medical Education Center

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University Of Michigan - Ann Arbor

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