Proven Substance Abuse Clinician with an extensive knowledge in performing the 12 Core Functions – Global Criteria.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Compassionate, empathetic social worker who is able to put himself in the client’s shoes.
Personable team player with a proven track record of success in administration/coordination.
Able to use extensive experience and maturity to effectively counsel clients.
Self-reflective professional with strong clinical skills and experience using the DSM-VTR
Possess both public speaking and superb listening skills for motivating individuals to better themselves.
EDUCATION
State University of New York (SUNY) – Empire State College New York, NY Graduation – 01/17
B.S. in Community and Human Services with a concentration in Counseling
CERTIFICATIONS
CASAC- T # 31009 Outreach Training Institute Completed Exam – 2015
FROM PAINKILLERS TO HEROIN Outreach Training Institute Completed – 2015
LOCADTR 3.0 Outreach Training Institute Completed – 2015
EXPERIENCE
Discussion Facilitator/Peer Mentor
VERTEX - Outpatient Treatment Program Bronx, NY 2013 – 2014
Shared personal experiences and the negative long term effects of certain lifestyle choices
Gained the respect/trust of peers and effectively facilitated discussions and administered Toxicology screens
Provided mentorship and guidance to different populations including both adolescents and adults
Provided client education on various topics and Escorted clients to their appointments
Phone Operator
OPINION ACCESS Queens, NY 2006 – 2007
Researched and reported data for various products
Quality assurance, Cold Calls
Phone Operator
THE TELEPHONE COMPANY – (T.T.C.) Queens, NY 2005 – 2006
Conducted Market Research through Polls, Surveys, and Questionnaires
Quality Assurance
Building Maintenance
CENTER FOR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (C.E.O.) New York, NY 2004 - 2005
Painted, Cleaned, Handled and moved heavy equipment on College Campuses
Milbank Center, New York, N.Y. 1991 – 1995
Led discussion groups for neighborhood youth concerning the effects of drugs, gangs, and violence in the community
Provided support and counseling to troubled youth
Coached after school basketball teams
Created trusting and meaningful relationships with troubled teens, Motivational Speaker