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METHADONE COUNSELOR
Summary
Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) focused on connecting with clients and motivating them to develop healthy coping mechanisms. Personable and proactive Counselor focused on building positive rapport with a diverse range of clients. Critical thinker who thrives under pressure. A CASAC adept at facilitating both individual and group therapy sessions to help participants overcome obstacles. Detail-oriented with superior interpersonal skills.
Highlights
  • DSM-IV knowledge
  • Group behavior and dynamics
  • Court procedures familiarity
  • Experience working with developmentally challenged persons
  • 12 Steps programs
  • Clinical documentation 

 
  • Skilled mediator
  • Natural leader
  • Compassionate
  • Exceptional problem solver
  • Community resources specialist
  • Passion for social work


Accomplishments

Assisted more than 15 clients in obtaining education and employment and managed a caseload of more than 35 clients at any given time.

Experience
February 2015 to Current
Narco Freedom, Inc Brooklyn, NY Methadone Counselor
  • Maintains a caseload of 55 patients.
  • Completes intakes, into the program.
  • Conducts individual counseling sessions to address physical, mental, social and emotional problems caused by substance abuse.
  • Facilitated a weekly discussion group about relationship issues for men and women.
  • Assessed and wrote treatment plans and reviews along with weekly progress notes for each client assigned to caseload.
  • Conducted 15 crisis counseling sessions each week, including reinstatements.
August 2013 to July 2014
Daytop Village Far Rockaway, NY Substance Abuse Counselor
  • Responsible for a caseload of 15-20 clients.
  • Facilitates individual and group therapy.
  • Conducts crisis interventions, supervise toxicology screens Maintain accurate record keeping within the standards of OASAS.
  • Provide referrals, and have built a great relationship with NYC Dept.
  • of Parole/Probation and treatment courts.
  • An active leader within clinical case conferences, possess the ability to lead by example, Served as mentor to junior team members.
  • Developed a great rapport with clients, which ensured their commitment towards themselves and completing treatment in the entry unit.
May 2011 to April 2013
NEW YORK SERVICE NETWORK INC Brooklyn, NY INTAKE COORDINATOR
  • Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team in developing treatment plans, develops patient discharge plan in conjunction with the client, family referral sources and other community agencies that the client may need for continuous care.
  • Interview program applicants for initial screenings, assessments and intake process.
  • Maintain accurate and updated progress notes and treatment plans, secure clinical records in accordance with OASAS policies/ 822 guidelines.
  • Provides referrals to other human service and treatment agencies.
  • Provides court reports to criminal justice agencies (treatment courts, NYC Dept.
  • of probation) Provide individual substance abuse counseling and crisis intervention.
April 2008 to March 2011
Realization Center Inc Brooklyn, NY Case Manager
  • Provide weekly individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Coordinate and organize services with other department interdisciplinary units.
  • Set Treatment plans and implement client goals based on client needs and comprehensive evaluations.
  • Facilitate various substance abuse education and other related workshops.
  • Attends and participate in case reviews and conference meetings.
  • Provide referrals and follow-up services.
  • Maintain documentation of client case record to state contracts and OASAS guidelines, and works with intake office regarding client admission and discharges.
  • Knowledgeable in the 12 Step philosophies, provides court reports to criminal justice agencies (NYC Dept.
  • of probation/Parole).
  • Provides progress reports to preventive agencies addressing clients' needs.
July 2000 to August 2007
Q-SAC INC Queens, NY Assistant Program Manager
  • Managed 3 story housing facility with 6 residents with mild to severe Developmental disabilities.
  • Supervised staff on the daily needs of the residents.
  • Collaborated with health service professionals for development of psychological assessments and psychosocial.
  • Maintain an employee list with scheduled hours and corresponding allocations, as applicable.
  • Assure that all staff attends mandatory training sessions provided by the agency or the program.
  • Monitor staff's training documentation, minimally quarterly, and ensure staff meets minimum training hour and topic requirements.
  • Notify staff of training status on a routine basis, using designated forms, while adhering to the Staff training policy.
  • Participate in Program Manager Meetings and attend mandatory in-services.
  • Perform employee performance appraisals.
Education
12/2014
Metropolitan College of New York
New York, NY Public Affairs and Administration
Masters of Public Affairs and Administration Public Affairs and Administration
1/2014
Metropolitan College of New York
New York, NY Human Services
Bachelors of Professional Studies Human Services
3/2012
Metropolitan College of New York
New York, NY Human Services
Associate of Arts Human Services
2011
CASAC # 25136
Skills

Experienced in Microsoft word, power point, excel, proficient in the S.T.A.R.S system, public speaking, great organizational skills, enthusiastic people person and an out of the box thinker.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Narco Freedom, Inc
  • Daytop Village
  • NEW YORK SERVICE NETWORK INC
  • Realization Center Inc
  • Q-SAC INC

School Attended

  • Metropolitan College of New York

Job Titles Held:

  • Methadone Counselor
  • Substance Abuse Counselor
  • INTAKE COORDINATOR
  • Case Manager
  • Assistant Program Manager

Degrees

  • Public Affairs and Administration Masters of Public Affairs and Administration
    Human Services Bachelors of Professional Studies
    Human Services Associate of Arts
    CASAC # 25136

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