SHONTA WATSON
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Addictions Counseling, Behavior Modifications, and Academic Support, talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Caring supporter of recovering patients with guidance toward tangible improvements and relapse prevention. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
Baltimore Curriculum Project
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Developed customized lesson plans to address diverse learning needs and enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions, fostering academic improvement and building student confidence.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies to improve comprehension in challenging subject areas.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback and support to ensure successful outcomes.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform instructional adjustments.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Behavioral Health Clinic
02.2020 - 01.2025
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and individual needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote recovery and peer support among clients.
- Conducted regular evaluations of client progress, adjusting interventions as necessary.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources for long-term sobriety success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Advocated for client needs within the healthcare system to ensure access to essential services.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
Therapeutic Support Aide
Clarity Service Group
12.2012 - 01.2019
- Experience in providing direct service to children and families.
- Sound knowledge of therapeutic modifications for hostile environments.
- In-depth knowledge of mental illness and retardation, psychotropic medications, crisis intervention, behavior management, and safety awareness.
- Ability to build healthy relationships with children and families.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong skills and knowledge in early childhood development as well as the public-school setting ranging from grades K-10.
- Dedicated to improving recreational and creative skills to help increase with fine motor & cognitive skills through visual arts.
Supportive Service Assistant
School District of Philadelphia
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Assisted students in the completion of assigned tasks given by teacher.
- Tutor individuals or small groups to aid student in specific academic weakness.
- Assisted primary teacher in the preparation of classroom, visual art exhibits and bulletin boards.
- Provided reading and math assistance to students with academic services such as IEP or 504 plans associated with special education laws.
- Correct homework and classwork lessons.
- Assist teacher during prep periods.
- Assist students during Standardized Testing such as scribe or reading aloud for student to process what he/she needs to complete testing.
- Prepare daily homework assignments.
- Escorting students to cafeteria areas, assist with sanitation of eating areas, removal of trash, and minor sweeping.
- Enforcing safety rules and regulations of school district policy while children are interacting and playing during recess and or other outside activities.
General Cleaner
School District of Philadelphia
04.2001 - 12.2009
- Sweep, mop, and vacuumed classrooms.
- Floor maintenance such as stripping floors, waxing, sealing, and other cleaning needs.
- Trash removal from areas of the building such as classrooms, bathrooms, hallways, cafeteria, and or other assigned areas.
- Grounds keeping in the form of raking leaves, cutting trimming grass, watering of agricultural areas, power hosing grounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD09-2026
Psychology
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD01-2025
A.A Degree - Addictions Counseling- Allied Health
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD08.2021
Diploma-Certification - Medical Administrative Assistant
Lincoln Technical Institute
Philadelphia, PA06.2010
G.E. D. - Adult And Continuing Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA06.1999
Skills
- Active listening
- Data collection
- Documentation skills
- Behavioral management
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior treatment plans
- Client confidentiality
- Relapse prevention
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Substance use screening
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention
- Intervention planning
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Anger management
- Individual counseling
- Substance detoxification
Accomplishments
- Self Published Author of Shea Buttah and The Herbal Kids children's book series
- Collaborative author of "Blinded Love"
- Illustrator of " Snowy Day"
- National Society of Leadership and Success - Sigma Alpha Phi Chapter
- Creative Entrepreneur
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid (The National Council of Wellbeing)
- Ethics - Recovery Support Training Institute
- Recovery Coaching and Professionalism- CCAR
- Harm Reduction- Light of Truth
- Intimate Partner Violence- House of Ruth
- National Medical Office Assistant- NCCT
Timeline
Tutor
Baltimore Curriculum Project
02.2025 - 05.2025
Substance Abuse Counselor
Behavioral Health Clinic
02.2020 - 01.2025
Therapeutic Support Aide
Clarity Service Group
12.2012 - 01.2019
Supportive Service Assistant
School District of Philadelphia
01.2010 - 06.2012
General Cleaner
School District of Philadelphia
04.2001 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Psychology
Coppin State University
A.A Degree - Addictions Counseling- Allied Health
Baltimore City Community College
Diploma-Certification - Medical Administrative Assistant
Lincoln Technical Institute
G.E. D. - Adult And Continuing Education
Temple University
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