Timothy Dorris
Tullahoma,TN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. Passionate counselor dedicated to improving the 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. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with solid organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Tony Rice Center
12.2020 - 02.2023
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive substance abuse treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable recovery goals, fostering a supportive and motivating environment for progress.
- Enhanced treatment effectiveness with group and individual counseling sessions tailored to clients'' specific needs.
- Increased client retention rates by establishing rapport and building trust through empathetic communication.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure well-rounded care for each client, resulting in improved overall health outcomes.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed to maximize success in recovery journey.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' substance use history, identifying key areas for targeted intervention.
- Educated clients on addiction''s impact on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being, promoting greater self-awareness and motivation for change.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to address relationship dynamics that contributed to clients'' substance abuse patterns, improving support systems during the recovery process.
- Referred clients to appropriate community resources when necessary, ensuring access to essential services such as housing assistance or medical care.
- Documented client interactions meticulously, maintaining accurate records required for regulatory compliance and effective case management.
- Led psychoeducational workshops aimed at equipping clients with practical tools for coping with triggers, managing stressors, and preventing relapse.
- Developed strong relationships with local providers of detoxification services, streamlining referrals for clients requiring more intensive interventions.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of evidence-based practices within the field of substance abuse counseling through professional development opportunities and trainings.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Utilized [Type] and [Type] behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Assisted in the creation of a relapse prevention curriculum tailored specifically to address common triggers faced by individuals recovering from substance abuse.
- Coordinated with court liaison officers and probation departments when necessary, promoting successful completion of mandated substance abuse counseling requirements for clients involved with the legal system.
- Participated in regular case conferences, presenting client updates and collaborating on treatment plan adjustments for optimal results.
- Contributed to the development of a comprehensive aftercare program, ensuring clients receive ongoing support and resources post treatment.
- Incorporated motivational interviewing techniques into counseling sessions to empower clients towards positive behavioral changes that support long-term sobriety.
- Provided crisis intervention services during times of heightened distress in a calm and compassionate manner, stabilizing challenging situations effectively.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Southern New Hampshier University
2500 N River Rd, Manchester, NH 0310603.2028
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Intervention Planning
- Referral Coordination
- Family therapy
- Behavioral Health
- Continuing education
- Assessment skills
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavior Modification
- Client Advocacy
- Boundary Setting
- Relapse Prevention
- Addiction Recovery
- Harm Reduction
- Empathy Development
- Self-care strategies
- Psychopharmacology
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Therapeutic Alliance
- Substance Use Screening
- Substance detoxification
- Anger Management
- Specimen testing
- Clinical assessment
- Professional Demeanor
- Time Management
- Self Motivation
- Individual Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Community Resources
- Progress Reporting
- Reliability
- Group facilitation
- Decision-Making
- Organizational Skills
- Crisis Response
- Problem-solving abilities
- Behavior Management
- Adaptability
- Records Review
- Analytical Skills
- Effective Communication
- Proficiency in DSM-5
- Team building
- Professional Planner
- Multitasking
- Emotional Intelligence
- Clinical Documentation
- Case Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Professionalism
- Continuous Improvement
- Professional Planner (PP)
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time management abilities
Certification
A.S.A.M. and A.S.I.
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Tony Rice Center
12.2020 - 02.2023
No Degree - Psychology
Southern New Hampshier University
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