Hi, I’m
Sondra Smith
Houston,Texas
Summary
Recovery Oriented Clinical Manager with extensive knowledge of health care administration and clinical philosophy. I have served as a leader in substance use disorder treatment program development, quality improvement, compliance, and clinical supervision. Familiar with fiscal management systems and human resource management. Talented at maintaining and developing effective relationships with staff, patients and senior management. Excellent supervisory skills and performance working under pressure.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
Lisence
Work History
Avenue 360
RSS Clinical Manager
08.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and supervised a team of LCDC's and Recovery Support Peer Specialists to provide SBIRT services, outpatient treatment, and medication assisted treatment to patients
- Supervised licensed counselor interns and practicum students while implementing curriculum based on the SAMSHA Publication TAP 21: Addiction Counseling Competencies
- Developed policy and procedure for the SBIRT initiative including implementing clinical practices and data collection measures
- Facilitated and administrated an intensive and supportive outpatient substance use disorder within a federally qualified health clinic
- Developed, implemented, and revised policies and procedures including clinical training institution (CTI) site designation, informed consent documents, and client bill of rights
- Coordinated with medical providers and mental health providers while working efficiently as a vital member of an interdisciplinary team
- Reviewed clinical documentation for quality and accuracy prior to approval
- Maintained productive relationships with referral partners and other stakeholders in the community to remove barriers and provide clients with access to care.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for Recovery Support Services staff members.
- Collected, evaluated, and modeled collected data for funder reports and programmatic improvement.
Cenikor Foundation Inc
Admissions Manager
07.2014 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Provided individual and group counseling services to a caseload of 28-35 clients in a residential treatment setting
- Effectively documented services in accordance with state and insurance requirements
- Coordinated screening and admission of new clients and formulated substance use disorder diagnosis based on DSM V criteria and a biopsychosocial assessment.
S.T.E.P.S. Counseling
Intake Coordinator/B.I.P.P. Program Director
05.2013 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Facilitated and administrated battering intervention groups and DWI education groups
- Utilized electronic health record systems to effectively document treatment services and coordinate care.
Education
San Jacinto College
Associate of Applied Science: Mental Health Technology
San Jacinto College
Clinical Substance Abuse Counseling Occupational Certification
01.2014
San Jacinto College
Mental Health Technician Occupational Certification
01.2014
Mater Dei High SchoolSanta Ana
High School Diploma
01.2008
Skills
- Trained in advanced motivational interviewing skills
- Developing policy & procedure
- Strict adherence to ethical guidelines and mandates
- Developing recovery-oriented systems of care
- Dynamic and individualized treatment planning
- Discharge planning and providing ongoing clinical recovery support
- Proficient in several EHS/EMR systems
- Advanced understanding of billing codes
Certification
- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Texas HHCS, 13621
- Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, 11684R0423
- NAADAC Clinical Supervision in the Addiction Profession, Unknown, Unknown
Professional Associations
- Texas Association of Addiction Professionals (TAAP), State Board Member, 2023, Current
- San Jacinto College Substance Abuse Program, Advisory Board Chairwoman, 2016, Current
Timeline
RSS Clinical Manager
Avenue 360
08.2017 - Current
Admissions Manager
Cenikor Foundation Inc
07.2014 - 08.2017
Intake Coordinator/B.I.P.P. Program Director
S.T.E.P.S. Counseling
05.2013 - 06.2014
San Jacinto College
Associate of Applied Science: Mental Health Technology
San Jacinto College
Clinical Substance Abuse Counseling Occupational Certification
San Jacinto College
Mental Health Technician Occupational Certification
Mater Dei High School
High School Diploma
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