Substance Abuse Medical

Honorato Reyes

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Yonkers, NY **701

Contact phone: 646-***-****

To Whom It May Concern:

I am interested in the position for full-time employment with your company. Enclosed is a copy of my resume for your review.

I have more than 28 years of life experience working with the substance abuse, HIV+/AIDS and Criminal Justice System population. I am familiar with the diversity and composition of individuals who may be living with mental illness, substance abuse, and other medical challenges. I am proficient in providing comprehensive and intensive services for clients and their needs. I have vast experience of all 12-step fellowships and their ideals. I am also bilingual (Spanish/English) and facilitate groups, seminars and workshops. I am computer literate, I am familiar with STARS, HRA program, AWARDS Footnotes technology and Word. I can multi-task with ease and a fast learner.

I am confident that I will be an asset to your company. I look forward to discussing the position with you at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,

Honorato ReyesHonorato Reyes, BA,CASAC Home:914-***-****

377 North Broadway; Apt. 627 Cell Phone/Voice Mail: 646-***-****

Yonkers, New York 10701 E Mail: ********@*****.***

Objective

To obtain a position in which my skills can be utilized.

Training And Certification Programs

§ Alcoholism Awareness Treatment Program

§ Behavior Modification and Self Control Techniques

§ National Development & Research Institutes, Inc. (NDRI) trainings:

ÿ Implementation of Rapid HIV Testing

ÿ Substance Abuse Treatment

ÿ HIV Testing Procedures

ÿ Certified CPR & AED program

ÿ Basic Information about Domestic Violence

ÿ Serving Families: From Assessments to Service Plans

ÿ Overview of HIV infection & AIDS

ð CASAC # 19722

Professional Experience

BASICS Men’s Residential Treatment Program 12/05 to 07/12

Clinical Counselor /Clinical Supervisor from 02/11 to 07/12

Facilitated bi lingual groups and seminars in residential setting,collaborated services for mandated clients, Crises intervention specialist. Responsible for caseload charts be in compliance. Conduct weekly supervision,inspecting clinical charts to meet OASAS guidelines. Administrating staff responsibly Educating staff with more effective clinical skills.

Gracie Square Hospital 01/05 to 02/2007

Counselor Per-diem at Dual Focus Program

Bi-lingual Program Counselor for clients with chemical dependency and psychiatric disorders in a detox program. Facilitated bi lingual groups and crisis intervention.

Tender Love Inc. -- 1992-2005

Owner & Operator

Own and operate Tender Love Inc., a retail business that specializes in selling self-awareness and twelve-step recovery products. Daily contact and interaction with customers who seek information and guidance concerning self-awareness strategies and customers involved in twelve-step recovery programs. Manage the corporations’ business accounts, inventory, and employee evaluation.

Education

§ Bachelor of Arts, Psychology; Minor: Sociology

Lehman College/City University of New York

§ CASAC

Skills

Multi task oriented and team player. Facilitate Bi-lingual English and Spanish Chemical Dependence seminars and groups. Have good relationship with the legal system(TASC, Treatment Courts, Department of Parole and Probation.). Knowledgeable of HRA STARS reporting. Instruct team member on documentation of data on AWARDS Foothold technology. Have facilitated seminars on treatment planning, psycho socials and documentation of clinical notes. Inspect all charts to see if they are in compliance with OASAS regulations.

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