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Dolores Fortson

**** ****** ***. ****

Cleveland Ohio 44104

216-***-****

Email: ac28v6@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Personnel Manager,

I am seeking employment utilizing my past and present skills and experiences for the position you have open.

I am actively looking for a new experience in the social work field. I have a Bachelor of Social Work and is currently going into my final year of the Master's Program of Social Work at Cleveland State University.

I am goal-oriented, efficient and responsible. I believe in taking the initiative to prosper and make good opportunities work on the behalf of the employer and me. Teamwork is a part of the foundation for success and I would like to be a part of your team. Upon your review of my resume, I would like to meet for an interview to discuss possible employment and discuss how my qualifications may meet your current needs. I can be reached at the above phone numbers or email at any time to arrange an appointment. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely,

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Dolores Fortson BSW, CDCA

Dolores Fortson ac28v6@r.postjobfree.com

5104 Quincy Ave. 2139 Cleveland Ohio 44104 216-***-**** OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position as a social worker working with clients experiencing substance abuse in a residential or outpatient facility.

SUMMARY OF SKILLS AND OUALIFICATIONS

Possess certification and willing to learn and ask questions, accept feedback and be accountable. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to manage priorities and workflow; Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm; Strong interpersonal skills; Able to work collaboratively with multiple health and criminal justice professionals using tact, diplomacy, and discipline; Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Hitchcock Center for Women Inc. 2016 to 2017 Residential Counselor

• Assesses all new intakes to determine presence and extent of substance abuse issues; completes evaluation report.

• Provides substance abuse counseling services including but not limited to assessment, treatment planning, long-term counseling, psycho education, case management, advocacy, and follow-up.

• Provides evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans and reports

• Works with physicians and other personnel in client evaluation and treatment to further sobriety.

• Assists client and family, through individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy.

• Provides services planned to restore client to optimum social and health adjustment. Performs intake, evaluation, orientation, admissions, treatment planning, counseling, documentation, discharge planning and referral of substance abusing clients.

• Maintains case records and urine surveillance system.

• Develops and documents individualized treatment plans that address the needs of substance abuse client population.

• Recommends treatment plans for clients to program manager and criminal justice officials.

• Refers clients to appropriate treatment modality based on assessment. Collects statistics as required for reports; prepares required reports and paperwork.

• Develops and facilitates process groups and educational programs.

• Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.

• Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to client confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with clients, families, and other personnel. Cuyahoga Community College Associate of Arts 2014

EDUCATION

Cleveland State University Master in Social Work

Bachelors of Social Work

Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant

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2016

valid 3/20/19