Medical Service

Brenda Battle

Bedford, TX **********@*****.*** 214-***-****

OBJECTIVE Contribute relevant professional and practical experience in substance abuse counseling and

dual diagnosis, incorporating strong transferable skills to a vacant position as a substance

abuse counselor.

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SKILLS & 10 years of experience in substance abuse counseling, education, training, process

ABILITIES groups, individual/group counseling and therapy, dual diagnosis and treatment

• Case management, prevention/intervention planning, and implementation,

orientation, intakes, assessments, screening, treatment/discharge/relapse prevention

plans, discharge summaries/plans, continuum of care service plans

• Reports for probation/parole officers and the courts, progress reports and clinician’s

notes writing

• 12 Step groups and programs, worked with HIV/AIDS patients

• Job search referrals and appropriate community resource linkages, placements,

transitional housing and vocational training opportunities.

• Providing QCC supervision for interns and practicum students

• Supervising licensed counselors in job duties

• Experience in outpatient, inpatient, medical modalities and therapeutic communities

• Excellent oral and written communication

EXPERIENCE COUNSELOR, CDHS, INC

2012 - PRESENT

My duties include but are not limited to supervising the quality of programming as assigned in

terms of compliance with facility expectations, assuring effectiveness of the therapeutic

services. Also providing hands on training when necessary. Supervising counselors,

LCDC/CI’s and practicum students, monitoring the progress of the staff in achieving programs

goals. Performs evaluations to determine programs consistency and effectiveness, and

compliance with facility policies and procedure, State and Federal and rules and regulations,

governing bodies, and accreditation standards. Identifies need for additional or reduced staff

in accordance DSHS, SAMHSA expectations. Recommends changes in programs offered

and or services delivered, based on patient needs, available funding and licensing board’s

regulations. .

COUNSELOR, DALLAS COUNTY TREATMENT CENTER

2009 - 2012

I completed all intake admission, discharge and aftercare paperwork for patients assigned to

my caseload. I obtain urine samples and initial patient photographs. I documented patients’

progress in treatment through counseling and interaction through groups. I identified and

clinical/management need and participated in all staff meetings. I performed individual group

and family counseling as required. I also assisted in monitoring all patient activities on center

premises and actively participate in community relations activities as directed and authorized.

COUNSELOR INTERN, CORNELL

2008 - 2009

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I encouraged, motivated and promoted clients’ treatment as well as observed, monitored and

recorded clients progress and behaviors. I participated in the implementation of established

therapeutic and rehabilitative programs and prepared and maintained the clinical records of

clients assigned to my case load. I also screened and oriented new and reentry admissions to

the program. My job duties required me to conduct recreational and social activities for

clients; prepare monthly standard reports and review for accuracy. In addition, I participated in

weekly staffing meetings and in the making of recommendations regarding evaluations and

progress for clients.

FLIGHT ATTENDANT, US AIRWAYS

2006 - 2008

I was responsible for maintaining service excellence during diverse operating situations. I was

required to exercise mature judgment and respond rapidly, confidently, and effectively to

emergency situations and customer issues that could arise. I functioned effectively in a fast-

paced, multi-tasking work environment, and often times during non-traditional working hours.

I provided and promoted the various components of inflight products, including beverages,

snack service, and onboard sales. I assisted customers with lifting carry-on bags into

overhead bins, and assisted disabled customers with mobility. I performed various duties as

outlined in my Flight Attendant Manual and continuously stayed connected to my company by

reading email, paper mail and intranet communication.

COUNSELOR INTERN, CORNELL

2005 - 2006

I encouraged, motivated and promoted clients treatment as well as observed, monitored and

recorded clients progress and behaviors. I participated in the implementation of established

therapeutic and rehabilitative programs and prepared and maintained the clinical records of

clients assigned to my case load. I Participated in weekly staffing meetings and in the making

of recommendations regarding evaluations and progress for clients.

RECOVERY ADVOCATE, THE RIGHT STEP

2004 - 2005

I acted as a liaison between the clients and the clinical and medical staff to communicate

observations and interactions of the client base among one another, family members and

other staff. I served as a role model to the clients, demonstrating a healthy, balanced attitude

and behaviors congruent to societal norms. I also provided thorough, accurate and timely

documentation of all client actions and observations. I was responsible for the observation

and documentation of client self-administration of medication and worked with the medical

team to monitor vital signs.

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EDUCATION ASHFORD UNIVERSTIY, CLINTON, IA

BA, PSYCHOLOGY

• Golden Key International Honor Society

• Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society

POTTERS BIBLE INSITUTE, HOUSTON, TX

B.RE, COUNSELING

EASTFIELD, MESQUITE, TX

A.A.S, Substance Abuse Counseling

• Phi Theta Kappa

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