Timothy Steer
Substance Use Disorder Professional
Oakland,CA
Summary
Dedicated Substance Use Disorder Navigator with proven expertise in motivational interviewing and a strong background in cognitive behavior therapy, as demonstrated at Options Recovery Services. Excelled in a rigorous training program at DRP, passing the NCCAP exam. Known for exceptional leadership and communication skills, I effectively guide individuals through recovery, focusing on transformative achievements.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Use Disorder Navigator
Options Recovery Services
Berkeley
06.2024 - Current
- Build trust and rapport with the unhoused population while offering services and resources to address their needs in an empathetic and understanding manner.
- Work alongside other partners to help foster understanding with the community members and business owners.
- Conduct myself in a professional manner and offer my assistance to those in need..
Substance Use Disorder Training Recruit
Department of Rehabilitative Programs (DRP)
Valley State Prison
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Participated in a unique substance use disorder training program with 36 other men.
- I completed 4 months of intensive group psychotherapy as part of a parallel process to identify and correct the distorted beliefs that led to criminal and addictive behaviors.
- I received classroom instruction and education in counseling theories and practices, group dynamics, ethical practices, denial management, anger management, relapse prevention, cultural awareness, and motivational interviewing techniques.
- I passed the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCCAP) exam upon completion of all education and training requirements.
Certified OMCP Peer Mentor
Department of Rehabilitative Programs (DRP)
Sierra Conservation Center
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Work alongside substance abuse professionals guiding participants through effective therapeutic exercises utilized from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
- Provide counseling and support to participants with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Display sensitivity to participants' cultural and linguistic needs.
- Facilitate smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring participants throughout transition.
Education
Associate of Science - Behavioral And Social Sciences
Peralta Community College District
Oakland02.2025
No Degree - Project Management
Core Performance Concepts
Sacramento11.2018
Skills
- Good communicator
- Experienced in Motivational Interviewing
- Working knowledge of 12 core functions
- Work well under pressure
- Excellent leadership skills
- Public speaking
- Experienced in relapse prevention
- Highly motivated and conscientious
Timeline
Substance Use Disorder Navigator
Options Recovery Services
06.2024 - Current
Certified OMCP Peer Mentor
Department of Rehabilitative Programs (DRP)
06.2023 - 04.2024
Substance Use Disorder Training Recruit
Department of Rehabilitative Programs (DRP)
05.2021 - 06.2024
Associate of Science - Behavioral And Social Sciences
Peralta Community College District
No Degree - Project Management
Core Performance Concepts