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Vickie Montz-Allen

Brooklyn,MD

Summary

Passionate counselor dedicated to improving 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Outpatient Services

Chrysalis House Inc.
04.2023 - Current
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Outpatient Treatment and Supportive Housing departments.
  • Complete documentation on milieu and individual behaviors of clients including progress, treatment plans, individual session notes, group session notes, compliance, and discharge.
  • Supervise the outpatient case manager and the supportive housing coordinator.
  • Provide documentation of progress of treatment to court systems or other reporting agencies.
  • Conduct biopsychosocial assessments.
  • Maintain an appropriate rapport with clients.

Behavioral Health Clinician

Chrysalis House, Inc.
11.2015 - 04.2023
    • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
    • Enhanced client satisfaction through providing compassionate care and fostering strong therapeutic relationships.
    • Developed individualized treatment plans for diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients.
    • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and formulate accurate diagnoses.
    • Facilitated group therapy sessions for various topics, promoting interpersonal growth and emotional healing among participants.
    • Documented client progress through maintaining detailed case notes in compliance with agency guidelines and legal requirements.
    • Implemented trauma-informed care principles in working with clients who have experienced various forms of trauma, facilitating healing and resilience.
    • Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from Substance and Alcohol Use Disorders.

Child Care Specialist

Chrysalis House, Inc.
07.2012 - 11.2015
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing a nurturing and supportive environment.
  • Increased parental satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular progress updates.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities that promoted cognitive, social, and emotional growth in children.
  • Established and maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for the children under my care.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.

Addiction Counselor Intern

Hope House
01.2015 - 05.2015
  • Co-facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open communication among participants and fostering a supportive environment.
  • Evaluated client progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed to ensure continued success in their recovery journey.
  • Established strong rapport with clients through active listening techniques and empathy, creating an environment conducive to healing.
  • Observed individual, and group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with substance use disorders or co-occurring mental health conditions.
  • Conducted client property searches to ensure safety in the community.

Addiction Counselor Intern

Anne Arundel Counseling
08.2014 - 11.2014
    • Managed payment invoices in clients charts.
    • Conducted client urinalysis testing.
    • Conducted biopsychosocial assessments with new clients.
    • Prepared the curriculum for group therapy sessions.
    • Prepared documentation for charting payments.
    • Utilized attendance records to conduct outreach and engagement calls.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
12.2025

Associate of Arts - Chemical Dependency Counseling

Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD
05.2017

Skills

    • Treatment Planning
    • Client Advocacy
    • Crisis Intervention
    • Individual Counseling
    • Documentation Proficiency
      • Group Facilitation
      • Interpersonal skills
      • Ethical decision-making
      • Trauma-informed care
      • Dual diagnosis treatment

Certification

  • Certified Supervised Counselor- Alcohol and Drug (CSC-AD)
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
  • CPR for adults and children.
  • De-escalation of aggression.
  • Suicide prevention.

Timeline

Director of Outpatient Services

Chrysalis House Inc.
04.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Clinician

Chrysalis House, Inc.
11.2015 - 04.2023

Addiction Counselor Intern

Hope House
01.2015 - 05.2015

Addiction Counselor Intern

Anne Arundel Counseling
08.2014 - 11.2014

Child Care Specialist

Chrysalis House, Inc.
07.2012 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Maryland Global Campus

Associate of Arts - Chemical Dependency Counseling

Anne Arundel Community College

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