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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Zachary Dare

Colorado Springs,CO
Zachary Dare

Summary

Dedicated and goal-oriented addiction recovery professional with over three years of experience in behavioral health and recovery services. Possesses a deep understanding of clients' emotional and physical challenges due to personal experience with recovery. Currently pursuing an Addiction Technician Certification (CAT) at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Experienced in behavioral health, medication administration, and recovery facility operations.

Professional in healthcare with solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Peaks Recovery Centers

Assistant Medical Manager
09.2024 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Dispensed medications and monitored vital signs
  • Managed client charts in EMR
  • Assisted in medical case management and referrals

Peaks Recovery Centers

Client Care Aide
02.2024 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Observed and reported client behaviors
  • Conducted safety checks and provided brief interventions
  • Assisted clinical and medical staff in daily operations

Jimmy John's Sandwiches

General Manager
02.2023 - 01.2024

Job overview

  • Managed a team of 24 employees
  • Oversaw inventory and supply ordering
  • Led a store generating over $1 million in annual sales

Jimmy John's Sandwiches

1st Assistant Manager
08.2022 - 02.2023

Job overview

  • Supported store operations including hiring, training, and inventory management
  • Assisted in labor analysis and P&L reviews

Mountainview Recovery

Behavioral Health Technician
03.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Supervised clients and managed overnight facility operations
  • Assisted with self-dispensing of medications and conflict resolution

Education

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO

Bachelor's Degree from Human Services - Addiction Counseling
05.2025

University Overview

University of Colorado Denver

Recording Arts Program
01.2011

University Overview

University of Oregon

General Education Courses
01.2008

University Overview

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Trauma-informed care
  • EMR / EHR
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient-focused care
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Active listening
  • Multicultural competence
  • Substance abuse education
  • Crisis intervention
  • Behavior modification
  • Psychoeducation delivery
  • Group facilitation

Certification

  • Certified Addiction Counselor, CAT, CO, Expected 03/31/25
  • Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP), CO, 07/01/24
  • Basic Life Support Certification, 03/01/24 to 03/01/26
  • CPR Certification, 03/01/24 to 03/01/26

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • NAADAC

Timeline

Assistant Medical Manager
Peaks Recovery Centers
09.2024 - 02.2025
Client Care Aide
Peaks Recovery Centers
02.2024 - 09.2024
General Manager
Jimmy John's Sandwiches
02.2023 - 01.2024
1st Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's Sandwiches
08.2022 - 02.2023
Behavioral Health Technician
Mountainview Recovery
03.2022 - 08.2022
University of Colorado Denver
Recording Arts Program
University of Oregon
General Education Courses
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor's Degree from Human Services - Addiction Counseling
Zachary Dare