STEPHEN PIERCE
7185 Blossom Gate Dr. Pickerington,OH
Summary
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III specializing in biopsychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans. Proven expertise in facilitating both group and individual counseling sessions. Experienced in clinical supervision and training, ensuring compliance with standards and improving staff performance. Committed to client success through effective case management and resource coordination across diverse community settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PRIMARY COUNSELOR
The House of Hope
11.2024 - Current
- Conduct biopsychosocial SUD assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Facilitate evidence-based group counseling focused on addiction education, relapse prevention, and life skills.
- Maintain compliance with agency, state, and accreditation standards.
- Provide weekly clinical supervision to CDCA staff on counseling skills and the 12 Core Functions.
CLINICAL SUPERVISING SUPPORTIVE HOUSING COORDINATOR
The Light Center Recovery
11.2019 - 10.2024
- Completed assessments, treatment planning, diagnosis support, and level-of-care determinations.
- Supervised and trained CDCA counselors and supportive living staff.
- Coordinated discharge planning and community resource referrals.
CLINICIAN / COMMUNITY LIAISON
Northeast Ohio Applied Health
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Developed and managed individualized service plans.
- Coordinated client care and community resources.
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, and treatment teams.
INVESTIGATIVE AGENT
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
09.2015 - 02.2018
- Conducted investigations, performed witness interviews, and collected evidence to support case resolution.
- Prepared detailed reports and provided corrective action recommendations to inform decision-making.
- Developed prevention strategies aimed at mitigating recurrence of incidents.
Education
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III -
Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board
01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ashford University Global Network
01-2014
Associate of Science - Community Service Technology (Addictions)
The University of Akron
01-2005
Skills
- Substance use disorder counseling
- Motivational interviewing
- Treatment planning
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Crisis intervention
- Relapse prevention strategies
- Group facilitation
- Clinical supervision
- ASAM criteria adherence
- Documentation and compliance
Timeline
PRIMARY COUNSELOR
The House of Hope
11.2024 - Current
CLINICAL SUPERVISING SUPPORTIVE HOUSING COORDINATOR
The Light Center Recovery
11.2019 - 10.2024
CLINICIAN / COMMUNITY LIAISON
Northeast Ohio Applied Health
03.2018 - 03.2020
INVESTIGATIVE AGENT
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
09.2015 - 02.2018
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III -
Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ashford University Global Network
Associate of Science - Community Service Technology (Addictions)
The University of Akron