Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

TERA WHITCOMB

GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS
San Diego,CA
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience

Certified SUD Counselor trained in addiction treatment, co‑occurring disorders, crisis intervention, harm reduction, biopsychosocial assessments, ASAM criteria, DSM‑5 basics, treatment planning, clinical documentation, Motivational Interviewing, CBT fundamentals, and group facilitation. Strong commitment to ethical practice, cultural competence, client advocacy, and supporting recovery‑oriented care in outpatient and residential programs.

Work History

PRIVATE PEER SUPPORT CARETAKER

6 Months
04.2025 - 10.2025
  • Provided compassionate care for a 96-year-old client by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication reminders, meal preparation, personal care, and daily routines while coordinating care and building trusting, supportive relationships.

1 Year 4 Months
GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS | 03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Maintained accurate documentation and confidential records while ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Coordinated office operations, logistics, and communication for a 30-person team, managing multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. Applied OSHA and workplace safety protocols with strong attention to detail and adherence to ethical and regulatory requirements.

5 Years 2 Months
MG PROPERTIES | 01.2011 - 03.2016
  • Led and supervised a team of three while managing daily operations and staff coordination. Managed documentation, lease compliance with strong attention to detail and accountability. Resolved tenant conflicts and navigated challenging interpersonal situations with professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and a trauma-informed person-centered approach.

Education

- Criminal Justice

United Education Institute | 01-2023

- Early Childhood Dev.

Grossmont Community College | 01-2005

Skills

Trauma-informed care
Crisis awareness & deescalation
Case management
Cultural competency
Lived experience advocacy
Documentation & compliance
Resource & systems navigation
Justice-involved population support
Team leadership
SUD recovery

Certification

  • Medi-Cal CPSS Pacific Clinics — ELEVATE 2026
  • SUDRC 1 CA Assoc. of DUI Treatment Programs, 2026

Timeline

PRIVATE PEER SUPPORT CARETAKER

04.2025 - 10.2025Read More

GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS
03.2016 - 07.2017Read More

MG PROPERTIES
01.2011 - 03.2016Read More

Grossmont Community College

from Early Childhood Dev.
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United Education Institute

from Criminal Justice
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TERA WHITCOMB