James Hicks
Modesto,CA
Summary
Dedicated CDAC 1A with background in Evidence-Based Practices. Skilled in developing positive treatment outcomes, ASAM assessments, ARMS and SmartCare software navigation. Committed advocate for SUD and MH
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor II
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services
07.2023 - Current
- Provided walk-in Low Barrier ASAM assessments, SUD & MH referrals and 2.1 and 1.0 LOC group facilitations.
- Supported and ensured non-biased client centered TX.
- Collaborated with Supervisors on progressive and evolving developments in new procedures of TX.
Case Mngr./Counselor
Nirvana Mens Treatment
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided Screening,Assessment, Intake and Orientation
- Developed Problem Areas and Multi Modality TX. plans
- Proven facilitator in CBT, 12 Step and EBP Curriculum
Case Mngr./Counselor
New Hope Recovery
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided IOP Management, Facilitation and Curriculum
- Facilitated Virtual and Hybrid Family Groups and Triads
Shelter Monitor Shift Lead
The Salvation Army Berberian Shelter
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Supervised P.M. Program Operations and Employees .
- Provided Conflict Resolution and Crisis De-Escalation
Education
Associate of Science - Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Intercoast Colleges
Anaheim, CA02.2022
Skills
- ASAM & DSM-5 Assessments
- SmartCare and ARMS Software
- Compliant and Fluent in various funding sources
- CPS, Parole and Probation Case Management
- Detox COWS, CIWA, and CIWA-B monitoring
- MAT, MARS, and Medication Dispersal
- Individual Counseling, MI, MET and CBT
- Family Interventions, Groups and Triads,
- 12 Core Functions of SUD Counseling
- Ensuring empathetic and acceptant client engagement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor II
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services
07.2023 - Current
Case Mngr./Counselor
Nirvana Mens Treatment
03.2022 - 07.2023
Case Mngr./Counselor
New Hope Recovery
06.2021 - 03.2022
Shelter Monitor Shift Lead
The Salvation Army Berberian Shelter
01.2021 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Intercoast Colleges
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