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Timothy Steer

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
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)
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)
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
Oakland
02.2025

No Degree - Project Management

Core Performance Concepts
Sacramento
11.2018

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

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