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Todd Hamm

Ludowici,GA

Summary

Compassionate and competent Addiction Counselor bringing advanced treatment planning and therapy management abilities. Customizes strategies to deliver optimal service for each client's' needs and goals. Trained in substance abuse and mental health support.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Addictive Disease Treatment Coordinator

Pineland Behavioral Health
Jesup, GA
02.2023 - Current
  • Partnered with clients to inspire and help maintain positive life changes.
  • Delivered expert therapeutic support to patients dealing with substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues.
  • Collaborated with team members to monitor treatment progress and improve individual clients' plans.
  • Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
  • Assisted management with designing and implementing program of individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
  • Collaborated with patients to establish post-treatment strategies for sobriety.
  • Completed progress notes and other pertinent paperwork in compliance with state regulations.
  • Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history.
  • Developed and facilitated relapse prevention programs.

Assistant Director

Forge Recovery Center
Vidalia, GA
01.2022 - Current
  • Planned and conducted strategy meetings to brainstorm new ideas and deliver program and milestone updates.
  • Cultivated relationships with community groups, project stakeholders and funding sources to maximize program outreach.
  • Designed and implemented standard operating procedures in various departments for optimal efficiency.
  • Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
  • Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
  • Assisted management with designing and implementing program of individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Developed client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience and client histories.
  • Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

Executive Director of Intensive Outpatient Program

Toombs County Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Vidalia, GA
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
  • Developed strong knowledge of current clinical best practices and individual and group counseling techniques.
  • Facilitated productive therapy sessions and utilized growth-promoting exercises to help patients improve mental health.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patients diagnosed with various conditions.
  • Delivered seamless care, minimizing misuse and diversion through close collaboration with peers.

Addiction Counselor

Willingway Treatment Center
Statesboro, GA
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
  • Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
  • Developed and facilitated relapse prevention programs.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
  • Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
  • Collaborated with patients to establish post-treatment strategies for sobriety.
  • Assisted management with designing and implementing program of individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Tracked participant attendance, contributions and progress according to objectives.
  • Conducted chemical dependency program orientation sessions
  • Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history.

Addiction Counselor

Gateway BHCC
Brunswick, GA
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Partnered with clients to inspire and help maintain positive life changes.
  • Delivered expert therapeutic support to patients dealing with substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues.
  • Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
  • Collaborated with team members to monitor treatment progress and improve individual clients' plans.
  • Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
  • Collaborated with patients to establish post-treatment strategies for sobriety.
  • Maintained thorough clinical treatment notes.
  • Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history.
  • Developed and facilitated relapse prevention programs.
  • Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
  • Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
  • Completed progress notes and other pertinent paperwork in compliance with state regulations.

Certified Peer Specialist-Supervisor

Gateway BHCC
Brunswick, GA
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Assisted clients with determining goals, planning steps and reaching treatment objectives.
  • Helped individuals connect with program resources for further support and treatment assistance.
  • Modeled behaviors, educated patients and motivated change to improving life skills and coping mechanisms.
  • Assessed client conditions and updated files using EHR system.
  • Collaborated with peer mentoring program members to devise new methods to generate interest and participation.
  • Led regular roundtable sessions for peer group focused on predetermined topics.
  • Created programs to promote independent functioning, embracing individuality.
  • Implemented opportunities for joint collaborative projects to generate interest among peers.

Addiction Counselor

Coastal Harbor Treatment Center
Savannah, GA
11.2018 - 11.2019
  • Worked with diverse group of patients under direct supervision of licensed therapists and supervisors.
  • Managed treatment processes and maintained progress notes and related documentation.
  • Assessed new clients to determine current status and aid in formulating diagnoses.
  • Developed client-centered treatment plans with specific goals and objectives and provided therapeutic counseling in accordance with such plans.
  • Communicated with patients during group therapy sessions and provided opportunities for participants to share personal experiences.
  • Researched patient cases to understand issues and provide current needs assessment.
  • Conducted continuing education programs, seminars and workshops and participated in professional development activities to offer added value to patients.

Mental Health Specialist

Coastal Harbor Treatment Center
Savannah, GA
04.2015 - 10.2018
  • Displayed an understanding of the basic concepts of safe, supportive, nurturing, therapeutic human interactions.
  • Actively supervised and/or administered therapeutic recreational, educational, and group activities.
  • Efficiently completed clerical work such as Q15 documents on each patient under care, incident reports, disciplinary notes, charting inventory, vital signs, and other various healthcare documents.
  • Assisted teachers, therapists, and nurses in educating patients on various subjects including general studies, social skills, and life skills.
  • Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
  • Accurately documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
  • Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
  • Delivered seamless care, minimizing misuse and diversion through close collaboration with peers.

Mechanic

United States Army
09.2002 - 05.2014
  • Met with senior leadership daily to report on the status of team members and equipment to ensure accurate and ongoing communication within the organization.
  • Advised and planned for the personnel and equipment needed to provide electrical power and support of dozens of field exercises.
  • Instructed and coached hundreds of army soldiers in the safe and proper use of various firearms helping them meet and exceed annual marksmanship standards.
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
  • Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
  • Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
  • Assisted drivers by safely directing vehicle backward to position correctly.
  • Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
  • Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

Master of Science - Addiction Studies

Capella University
2019

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Columbia College
2017

Associate - General Studies

Columbia College
2017

Associate - Science in Human Services

Columbia College
2016

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Community resources
  • Defining treatment objectives
  • Client evaluation
  • Individual therapy
  • Time management
  • Moral Reconation Therapy
  • Matrix Model of Addiction Treatment

Timeline

Addictive Disease Treatment Coordinator

Pineland Behavioral Health
02.2023 - Current

Executive Director of Intensive Outpatient Program

Toombs County Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
09.2022 - 03.2023

Assistant Director

Forge Recovery Center
01.2022 - Current

Addiction Counselor

Willingway Treatment Center
08.2021 - 01.2022

Addiction Counselor

Gateway BHCC
01.2021 - 08.2021

Certified Peer Specialist-Supervisor

Gateway BHCC
11.2019 - 01.2021

Addiction Counselor

Coastal Harbor Treatment Center
11.2018 - 11.2019

Mental Health Specialist

Coastal Harbor Treatment Center
04.2015 - 10.2018

Mechanic

United States Army
09.2002 - 05.2014

Master of Science - Addiction Studies

Capella University

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Columbia College

Associate - General Studies

Columbia College

Associate - Science in Human Services

Columbia College

Accomplishments

  • Individual / Group Counseling.
  • Motivational Interviewing.
  • Group Therapy.
  • Behavioral Therapy.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Matrix Model of Addiction Treatment
  • Moral Reconation Therapy

Certification

  • Certified Master Addiction Counselor
  • Certified Peer Specialist-Mental Health
  • Certified Peer Specialist-Addictive Disease
  • Certified Peer Specialist-Whole Health and Wellness
  • Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist
  • Certified MRT Facilitator
  • Certified Matrix Model of Intensive Outpatient Program Facilitator

Presentations

  • The Power of Peer, 2022 Vidalia, GA
  • Toombs County Police Initiative, 2022 Lyons, GA
  • Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery, 2022 Vidalia, GA

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