Chemical Dependency Counselor Trainee

SUMMARY

SKILLS

EXPERIENCE

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JENNIFER ROBERSON

*********@*******.*** / C: 206-***-****

**** ***** **** #**, ****, WA 98030

Committed Chemical Dependency Counselor with an extensive background in Intensive Outpatient and treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. I also have experience with the Anger Management classes as well as the 8 hour class for Anger Management. Superb active listening skills and a nurturing personality; adept at building bonds that get patients invested in their individual sobriety plan. Looking to serve a diverse population] in a busy inpatient or outpatient treatment facility.

I have had my CDPT for 1 year and have a year of experience I am only 160 short for taking my CDP licensing test. I am 2/3 of the way through my BAS and continuing on to earn my MA and PhD.

Familiarity with DSM-5 manual

Scheduling Knowledge

Group and one-on-one therapy

Patient intake and assessment

Residential and outpatient treatment

Programs for at-risk populations

Multiple-disorder counseling

Client services

Child abuse and criminal history clearance

Deadline-driven

Valid Washington driver's license

Team development

Detail-oriented

Organizational leadership

First aid certified

Compassionate and active listener

Strategic planning

Suicidal ideation identification

Fast learner

Coaching and counseling

Crisis prevention intervention

Culturally-sensitive

Discharge planning

Compliance and regulations

Family and children's programs knowledge

CDPT / Social Treatment Opportunity Programs - Kent - Kent, WA 06/2017 - 07/2018 Developed and facilitated relapse prevention programs. Collaborated with patients to establish post-treatment strategies for sobriety. Completed progress notes and all other pertinent paperwork in compliance with state regulations. Completed progress notes and all other pertinent paperwork in compliance with state regulations. Assessed and evaluated new clients and maintained contact with legal authorities regarding court-mandated treatment cases.

Developed effective treatment plans for 100 patients in a treatment facility. Educated residents and families about available services and resources. Oversaw the intake process for all new residents.

Maintained up-to-date and accurate program files and records. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

REFERENCES

Explained program offerings and requirements to clients and answered related questions. Ensured that services, including counseling, case management, education and job training, were provided to a diverse client base.

Kept up-to-date, thorough and accurate case files. Referred clients to partner agencies for additional services. Explained available housing, domestic violence, employment, education and substance abuse treatment resources to clients.

Managed a case load of 100 clients at any given time. Worked with Courts, Probation, Police Agencies and Attorneys with clients that had legal issues. Several court appearances with clients.

Office Manager / Chet's Roofing & Construction Inc. - Kent, WA 07/2015 - 06/2017 Scheduled appointments and maintained master calendar. Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders. Supervised 15 office staff members in daily tasks and performance. Coordinated logistics for corporate events.

Prioritized project components and organized scopes. Set up new files and assigned tracking numbers.

Updated employee paperwork and records.

Distributed company correspondence, including memos and updates to reinforce and apprise departments and divisions of corporate objectives and developments. Liaised directly with customers to meet needs and maintain satisfaction. Green River Community College - Auburn, WA

Associate of Arts: Accounting/Business

Dean's List Honoree 1991

Major in accounting

Honor Roll 1989-1991

Highline College/University - Seattle, WA

Associate of Applied Science: Psychology Chemical Dependency Dean's List Honoree 2017-2018

Minor in Youth Development

Completed continuing education in Behavioral Science Honor Roll 2017-2018

Member of NADA SINCE 2017

Volunteer Kent Food Bank

If requested will provide.

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