Efficient and reliable registered substance abuse counselor aiming to work for an agency that will allow me to assist and support individuals with substance use disorders in achieving and maintaining long-term recovery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor Intern
JWCH - Solutions Outpatient Treatment
08.2023 - 12.2023
Conducted psychoeducational group sessions.
Implemented ASAM assessments
Created SOAP notes
Assisted in locating case management services clients
Developed treatment plans
Registered SUD Counselor
Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse
09.2021 - Current
Conduct psychoeducation groups, individual counseling sessions, collected UA samples, conducted documentation and record-keeping
Assessment and evaluations through ASAM Continuum
Conducted case management services with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for the client
Prepared treatment plan documentation
Collaborated with treatment team to assess client progress for a level of care transfer
Documented all behaviors, interventions and responses, created behavioral contracts and monitored client for the duration of treatment
Closely monitored clients progress and made necessary changes in treatment and therapy referrals
Took inventory of client medication for RBH monitors
Parent Partner
Personal Involvement Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
Parent support specialist and family advocate for child welfare and social service system
Provided peer support and encouragement to parents and children by fostering a sense of connection
Helped parents understand their rights, navigate the welfare system and assist in accessing community resources
Case planning and collaboration with social workers, attorneys and therapists through Child and Family Team sessions
Reviewed and became familiar with case files of clients in child welfare system
Participated in weekly treatment meetings with clinicians and counseling staff
Participated in home interventions with the child, parents or primary care givers
Education
Certification - Substance Abuse Counselor
East Los Angeles College
High School Diploma -
St. Matthias
Skills
Efficient in HMIS and VI-SPDAT housing assessment
Documentation
Treatment planning Screening and Intakes
CPR and First Aid Certified Community resources
Psychoeducational facilitator
Excellent Communication
Awards
Prevention Specialist - East Los Angeles College 2023
Timeline
Counselor Intern
JWCH - Solutions Outpatient Treatment
08.2023 - 12.2023
Registered SUD Counselor
Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse
09.2021 - Current
Parent Partner
Personal Involvement Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
Certification - Substance Abuse Counselor
East Los Angeles College
High School Diploma -
St. Matthias
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