Denise Goldmacher

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Margate, Fl 33063

Phone: 954-***-****

Cell: 954-***-****

E-Mail: acgbqx@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Seasoned substance abuse practitioner with demonstrated track record of successfully working with diverse client populations in one-on-one and group settings. Counselor possessing in-depth knowledge of principles, methods and procedures for diagnosis and treatment. A dual-diagnosed counselor responsible self-starter who communicates well and is dedicated to improving the well-being of clients. Team-oriented counselor with strong track record of establishing solid relationships with clients, co-workers, administration and local agencies.

Skill Highlights

Addictions specialist

Suicide risk assessments

Solution-focused counseling

Clinical documentation mastery

Certified by the State of Florida as a Certified Addiction Counselor since 1996

Superior communication skills

Therapeutic expertise

Family therapy background

Dual diagnosis expertise

Accomplishments

Effectively managed caseloads of more than [<number>] clients at any given time. Created and implemented the Secure Program; a long-term residential treatment program for dual-diagnosed males.

Professional Experience

August 2007 to October 2014

House of Hope, Inc. Ft. Laudwedale, Florida

Lead Counselor

Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.Interacted with clinical staff and external resources such as school or community personnel.Developed comprehensive treatment plans that focused on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment of problems.Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills.

June 2005 to July 2007

McLeod Addictive Disease Center Boone, NC

Counselor

Charted and recorded information in client files.Effectively managed time and caseloads of 12-15 clients. Facilitated process and didactic groups, and conducted individual sessions.Efficiently gathered information from families and social services agencies to inform development of treatment plans.Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.

May 1998 to May 2005

Mae Volen Senior Center, Inc. Boca Raton, Florida

Director of Adult Day Health Care Center

Oversee all facets of daily operations of the Adult Day Care. Hired, fired and trained all staff consisting of 18-20 staff members. Maintained budget. Responsible for having the facility follow all State mandates and criteria, in order to pass yearly monitoring. Implemented new and innovative programs for clients. Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.Conducted outreach, advocacy and rehabilitative services for regular cases and crisis intervention.

Education and Training

1973 State University College at Cortland Cortland, NY

Bachelor of Science Physical Education/Science

Recipient of the NY Regent;s Scholarship Award Continuing education at Nova University, i Davie, Florida, working towards a Masters Degree in Psychology. Addictions and Chemical Dependency class for a 1 year duration at Nova University.Domestic Violence Awareness training

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