Lavern DeLima
Jamaica, New York 11435
Phone: 347-***-****
************@*****.**
Summary: Professional with over 5 years of work experience. Has strong belief in company loyalty, professional integrity and support, and a superior work ethic. Ability to help children and young adults reach their maximum potential. Experienced in working with children from different cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
EDUCATION
Outreach Training Institute Richmond Hill, NY 07/2015
Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Diploma Training Program
Completed 350 educational clock hours pursuant to the New York State Office of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) CASAC-T #31746
Coursework and practices include: Addiction Severity Index (ASI), Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Assessment, Evaluation & Treatment Planning, Case Management, Confidentiality, Co-Occurring Disorders, Counselor-Client Relationships, Ethical Practices for Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Professionals, Individual and Group Counseling Skills, Motivational Interviewing, Pharmacology, Prevention, Intervention and Treatment Modalities, Psychology of Addiction, Stages of Change
Technical Career Institute New York, NY 06/2012
AAS degree in Human Services
Certificates
LGBT Training Certificate,
Civil Treatment Training,
New Ethical Dilemma in the Digital Age,
Moti Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety Therapy for the Integrated
Treatment of SUS and PTSD,
From Painkillers to Heroin-The Changing Face of Opiate Addiction
INTERNSHIP
Samaritan Village Jamaica, NY 9/2015-Present
SAC Intern
Conducts Bio-psychosocial for clients
Responsible for ASI intakes
Compose summary notes to submit to supervisor
EMPLOYMENT
Universal Protection Services New York, NY 11/13 - 11/14
Security Officer, Chase Bank
Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions
Circulated among visitors and patrons to maintain a safe environment
Reported and logged any incidents and/or accidents
Center for Community Alternatives Brooklyn, NY 02/11 - 12/12
Parent Advocate
Organized activities that developed youth’s physical, emotional and social growth
Redirected youth to encourage safe and positive behaviors physically
Verbally interacted with youth throughout the day
Monitored educational progress by keeping records and exchanging ideas and materials with co-workers
FJC Queens, NY 06/08 - 04/10
Security Officer, Family Shelter
Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, clients, and visitors
Maintained a safe and secure environment for all
Reported and recorded all incidents on premises