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Substance Abuse Counselor

Location:
New York, NY
Posted:
October 25, 2014

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VICTOR MARTINEZ, JR.

*** ***** ******** ***., *** 1B, NY, NY 10026

347-***-**** * acghsk@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY:

Bilingual professional with CASAC-T certification seeking a position where I can utilize my years of experience in human

services, providing counseling and working closely with individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS, substance abuse,

homelessness and other challenges. Strong client relations skills working with individuals as well as facilitating groups.

EXPERIENCE:

BRC/CDCC, New York, NY 06/2012-Present

Part-Time Counselor

• Assess clients to collaborate on treatment plans and next level of care.

• Refer clients to various resources including rehab centers and long-term treatment facilities.

• Complete discharge of clients and provide them with necessary paperwork.

• Advise clients who require additional mental health services and social support on options.

• Counsel clients on coping techniques on various stages of substance abuse recovery.

• Facilitate various motivational groups on dealing with recovery and homelessness.

• Monitor the clients on a 24-7 unit for any issues or concerns; report problems as needed.

• Record daily notes on each client in files as well as in the computer system.

• Participate in case conferences with program directors and other staff to discuss clients.

Cicatelli Associates Inc., New York, NY 08/2007-

Present

Mentor-Consultant

• Provide mentoring for people with HIV/AIDS, newly diagnosed or returning for care.

• Offer resources for individuals requiring mental health, substance use and social support services.

• Work with clients and help them to focus on strengths and how to overcome challenges.

• Draft monthly status reports to Program Director on client relationships.

• Participate in various training programs on how to better assist clients with HIV/AIDS.

EDUCATION:

East Side House Settlement 04/ 2010-2010

• Microsoft Office Specialist Certification

The Resource Training Center, Inc.

• Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-T)

The City College of New York 2008

• Administrative Assistant Certification

ARRIVE Training Program

• Certificate in HIV/AIDS awareness/prevention, relapse prevention, outreach/presentation 2006

skills and stress management techniques

Satellite Academy High School, NY, NY 1987

• High School Diploma

SKILLS:

• Bilingual in Spanish/English (writing and speaking)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)

• Public speaking and presentations



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