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RECOVERY COACH INTERN
Professional Summary
Recovery coach dedicated to assisting Peers (many of whom have mental health as well as addiction concerns) in maintaining their recovery.  Responsible self-starter who communicates well and is comfortable working autonomously or in a team-based setting. 
Skill Highlights
  •  Support group facilitator especially DRA (Dual Recovery Anonymous) for Peers with addiction and mental health diagnosis. 
  • Knowledge of psychotropic medications 
  •  Accomplished in psychopharmacology
  • Knowledge and experience working with Peers with mental health diagnosis and medications. 
  • Experienced with computers including the use of MS Word. 
Accomplishments
Completed 2 Masters degrees with a cumulative GPA of 3.90.
Ranked in the top 1% of Peer Recovery Specialists to have completed the training a APAA and passed the PRS certification exam. 
Professional Experience
Recovery Coach Intern
July 2016 to Current APAA － Dallas, TX
Initial Peer intakes including DAP (Data, Assessment, and Plan), support group facilitation, recovery coaching sessions and followup phone interviews. 
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Completed the required 525 hours to become a Peer Recovery Coach.  Passed the PRS Certification test on 1-14-17 and am waiting on the official results in order to submit the application to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS).
Counselor Intern Practicum III
March 2014 to May 2014 HOPE STRATEGIES COUNSELING, LLC － Lewisville, TX
  • Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
  • Administered, graded, and evaluated the SASSI-3 for clients on probation and completed a report with treatment recommendations for the client's probation officer.
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions for substance abuse and anger management counseling using SAMSHA materials based upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as, individual counseling for psycho/emotional disorders.
Counselor Intern Practicum II
September 2012 to November 2012 HOPE STRATEGIES COUNSELING, LLC － Lewisville, TX
  • Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
  • Administered, graded, and evaluated the SASSI-3 for clients on probation and completed a report with treatment recommendations for the client's probation officer.
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions for substance abuse and anger management counseling using SAMSHA materials based upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as, individual counseling for psycho/emotional disorders.
Counselor Intern Practicum I
June 2012 to August 2012 RECOVERY HEALTHCARE － Dallas, TX
  • Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress.
  • notes.
  • Administered, graded, and evaluated the SASSI-3.
  • Assisted in IOP and SOP group work.
  • and psycho/educational groups.
  • Administered drugs test to clients when needed.
  • Worked with LCDCs on client intake, evaluation, and recommendations for treatment. 
Education and Training
Pharmacist
 ALBERTSONS － Lewisville, TX
  • Worked as a Pharmacist for 20 years filling prescriptions, evaluating medication therapies, checking for drug-drug interactions, and counseling clients on their medications (uses and side effects ).
  • Over the years I was a Pharmacist-in-charge, a preceptor training Pharmacist Interns, training pharmacy technicians, and worked relief in the float pool to fill shifts for Pharmacists' vacations, sick days, and maternity leave.
Education and Training
Peer Recovery Specialist Training , 2016 APAA － Dallas, TX, USA 46 Hour Recovery Coach Training 
Certified in Mental Health First Aid, 2016 Trained to provide initial help to people experiencing mental health problems such as depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis and substance use disorders. 
Catalyst Peer Mentor Training, 2016 APAA － Dallas, TX, USA Young Adult Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Master of Arts : Marriage and Family Therapy, 2016 Amberton University － Garland, TX, USA
Master of Arts : Professional Counseling, 2012 Amberton University － Garland, TX, USA
Bachelor of Science : Pharmacy, 1991 University of Houston College of Pharmacy － Houston, TX, USA
High School Diploma : 1985 MacArthur High School － Houston San Antonio, TX, USA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • APAA
  • HOPE STRATEGIES COUNSELING, LLC
  • RECOVERY HEALTHCARE
  • Education and Training
  • ALBERTSONS

School Attended

  • APAA
  • Amberton University
  • University of Houston College of Pharmacy
  • MacArthur High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Recovery Coach Intern
  • Counselor Intern Practicum III
  • Counselor Intern Practicum II
  • Counselor Intern Practicum I
  • Pharmacist

Degrees

  • Peer Recovery Specialist Training , 2016
    Certified in Mental Health First Aid , 2016
    Catalyst Peer Mentor Training , 2016
    Master of Arts : Marriage and Family Therapy , 2016
    Master of Arts : Professional Counseling , 2012
    Bachelor of Science : Pharmacy , 1991
    High School Diploma : 1985

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