Tyrone Pinder

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Douglasville, GA 30134

Phone Number: 404-***-****

Objective

To obtain a position in a Substance Abuse facility that will allow me to utilize my skills while enhancing

personal, professional and career growth. Supervised and implemented a program for an Adult

Rehabilitation Center also facilitated groups in a treatment environment.

Work Experience

United States Army, Retired, Lieutenant Colonel May 1977-September 1997

United States Federal Penitentiary April 1990-August 1999

Drug Treatment Specialist Atlanta, GA

A 500 Hour Comprehensive Drug/Alcohol Program for inmates incarcerated at USP Atlanta who had a

history of substance abuse and was convicted of drugs. Intensive groups and drug education classes were

taught, treatment plans initiated. After successful completion of the program, inmates received a year

taken off their original sentence.

St. Jude’s Recovery Center September 2000-December

2002

Drug Counselor Atlanta, GA

Facilitated all substance abuse groups/classes for all clients enrolled in the program. Initiated treatment

plans and conducted initial Intake periodically. Successful completion of the program, clients were able

to transition back to society.

The Salvation Army (ARC) March 2005-June 2010

Intake Coordinator/Counselor Atlanta, GA

Intake on all admissions who were admitted to the 136 bed facility. A religious based organization; this

was a 1 year program which consisted of a Work Therapy Program. As a Counselor, I facilitated

classes/groups on various areas, such as Cognitive Skills, Social Skills, and Transition Phase as well as

conducted Individual Counseling.

Program Director Miami, FL

Implemented a Drug Treatment Program for the 136 bed facility; a 6-month inpatient program.

Coordinated all programs/classes and supervised 3 employees. Conducted staff meetings, case reviews

weekly, treatment plans and summaries. After the resident’s successful completion of the program, a

Transition Phase was put into place for After-Care.

Director of Alpha and Celebrate Recovery Programs

Facilitated a program for new beginning Christians who want to know more about God. This program

was targeted to individuals who have (Hurt, Habit, Hang-up’s), which met weekly. Responsible for

facilitating the program and conducting small group studies.

Corps Administrator (Minister) Pine Bluff, AR & Washington, D.C.

Responsible for all day to day operations over-seeing a Church (Minister), Social Services Department,

Thrift Store, and Shelter for the Homeless. Responsible for 12 Employees to manage and assist in these

areas. Ensured all bookkeeping was completed in a timely manner, conducted Fundraising (Red Kettles

Campaign). Conducted a Feeding Program for the homeless 3 times a week. As a Pastor, ministered to

the men and women in the center. Taught Spirituality classes daily as well as Spiritual Counseling and

Pastoral Care.

Quest 35, Inc.

Resident Manager September 2010-January 2011

Responsible for 7-10 Homeless men in a Transitional setting. Monitor all behaviors, logging notes daily,

meetings, inspections, all administrative duties of the house. Referrals from St. Joseph’s Marcy Care.

Conducted drug tests and walk through inspections and answer phones. Report to Program Manager at

Quest 35, Inc.

Case Manager, Veterans Village February 2011- Present

Work with Veterans and recommending them to Permanent Support Housing, meet with them twice a

month, facilitate groups, individual counseling, conduct drug screen, inspections of apartments. Case

manage them to ensure they become self sufficient.

Zaban Couples Center.

Resident Manager

Responsible for 20 Homeless couples in a night shelter. Monitors all their behaviors, loggings daily

notes, attending meetings, conduct room inspections, individual/group counseling, conduct drug screens.

Report to Director of Operations at Zaban Couples Center.

Education

BS Degree September 1973-May 1977

Florida Southern College, Lakeland, Florida

High School Diploma September 1969-May 1973

Monsignor Edward Pace High School, Miami, FL.

References

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