STEVEN C. MEEKINS

*** **** ***** ******, #** New York, NY 10026 347-***-****

March 19, 2015

Dear Hiring Manager:

Please accept this letter as expressed interest in a position available within your organization. I have

enclosed a copy of my resume for your review and would like to draw attention to several points of

reference.

As you’ll notice, I have a wealth of experience working in the Substance Abuse and Mental Health

related fields, specifically working with high risk individuals. I’ve completed an intense eighteen month

Substance Abuse Counselor training course in 1999, which I truly believe has enhanced my potential as

a counselor, heightened my awareness of ethical principles, and increased my ability to identify with

various psycho-social stressors. My experience in this field has also provided me with a greater

understanding of Mental Health Issues and Behaviors, as they relate to Substance Abuse through various

Mental Health trainings and workshops, enabling me to better assess and address Addictive Personalities

and Compulsive Behaviors.

My salary history ranges from $32,000-$38,5000 per annum

If given the opportunity I am confident that I would be a valuable asset to your organization, and look

forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,

Steven C. Meekins

STEVEN C. MEEKINS

374 West 116th Street, #5B

New York, NY 10026

Tel: 347-***-****

E-mail: acosi3@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Substance Abuse Counselor with 14+ years of experience in the Human Services/Mental Health arena as a Program

Supervisor, Job Developer, and Counselor; provide counseling for substance abuse, life coaching skills, job search,

and pre-employment services to homeless as well as paroled individuals. Develop plans, career paths, and

strategies for re-entering society. Provide resume writing assistance and instruction on completion of career paths.

EXPERIENCE:

UPLIFTING MEN, BROOKLYN/MANHATTAN, NY

Program Supervisor/House Manager 05/11 –05/13

• Conducted intake process and assigned living quarters to new residents

• Supervised the performance of all residents ensuring they attended their daily program sessions

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ program attendance, inspected facility units, and

enforced program rules and regulations by holding a weekly facility meeting

• Responsible for the signing in/out of all residents

• Maintained coordination of care with the NYS Division of Parole as well as affiliated Outpatient

Programs

VERTEX OUTPATIENT PROGRAM, BRONX, NY

Primary Counselor 06/11 – 12/11

• Developed treatment plans and psycho-socials

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ progress in plans

• Conducted coordination of care with ACS and NYS Division of Parole and Probation

• Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions

• Conducted random toxicology screenings and enforced program rules and regulations

ARGUS COMMUNITY, BRONX, NY

Job Developer/Primary Counselor 08/10 – 06/11

• Developed employment/internship opportunities for program participants

• Facilitated pre-employment workshops

• Assisted trainees with developing effective resumes/cover letters

• Scheduled interviews for trainees and maintained an excellent association with prospective

employers

• Developed treatment plans and psycho-socials

• Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions and maintained accurate documentation of all

clients’ progress

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA, NEW YORK, NY

Case Manager 08/09 – 07/10

• Assessed homeless population in men’s shelter

• Completed intake process and made appropriate referrals to affiliated agencies

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ progress

• Completed housing applications (2010E) and submitted to DHS

• Conducted house meetings

• Coordinated services with the Division of Parole as well as Medical and Mental Health Providers

URBAN PATHWAYS, NEW YORK, NY

Senior Case Manager 05/05 – 05/08

• Oversaw daily operation of Outreach office

• Supervised outreach workers

• Engaged homeless population and made appropriate referrals

• Counseled clients around securing supportive housing

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ progress and prepared monthly reports

• Provided crisis intervention and completed intake process

ADDICTS REHABILITATION CENTER, NEW YORK, NY

Primary Counselor 07/06 – 01/08

• Developed treatment plans and psycho-socials

• Facilitated substance abuse related groups as well as individual counseling sessions

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ progress and coordination of care with external

agencies

BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER, NEW YORK, NY

Case Manager 05/04 – 07/06

• Conducted initial assessments and completed intake process

• Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions pertaining to HIV, Mental Health and

Substance Abuse related issues

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ progress and coordination of care between PCP,

Psychiatrist, and external professionals regarding clients’ overall progress

PHOENIX HOUSE, BRONX, NY

Primary Counselor 09/03 – 05/04

• Conducted initial assessments and completed intake process

• Developed treatment plans and psycho-socials

• Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions addressing substance abuse

• Maintained accurate documentation of clients’ progress and coordination of care between clients

and NYS Division of Parole

• Collected random toxicology screenings and monitored clients’ behavior

• Provided guidance and direction to parolees and prepared them for re-entry into society

EDUCATION:

SWEDISH INSTITUTE, NEW YORK, NY

Enrollment: January 2013 – May 2014

Major: Physical Therapy

ALMEDA UNIVERSITY, BOISE, ID

Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA), Human Services granted February 2005

ARGUS COMMUNITY, BRONX, NY

Training which satisfies the OASAS requirements for credentialing in Alcohol and Substance Abuse

Counseling, including Theories and Principles of Counseling, Treatment and Rehabilitation, the

Sociological, Psychological, Physiological and Pharmacological Aspects of Counseling on HIV, AIDS, and

STD’s, Treatment plan Documentation and Ethical Principles.

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