Katie Wesemann

Keizer, OR *****

ad0ixz@r.postjobfree.com

+1-503-***-****

OBJECTIVE: To secure a position within an organization in which I am able to utilize my experience and education that has opportunities for personal development as well as professional advancement Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Certified Peer Support Specialist/CADC-R Intern

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center - Newberg, OR April 2023 to Present

• Recovery Support: Providing patients access to 12-step groups and other community resources related to recovery.

• Problem-Solving: Assisting patients with daily challenges that can arise throughout their recovery, such as possible triggers of substance abuse by friends or family.

• Community support includes information on parenting classes, work, housing, income and budgeting, and wellness concerns.

• Motivation: Assisting patients in developing skills that will allow them to sustain their recovery through consistent support and encouragement.

• Working with patients and building trust is the core of relationship building, and it promotes treatment.

• CADC-R Intern

• Analyzing patient cases to better understand concerns and provide an assessment of current needs.

• Creating comprehensive goals and treatment services for clients

• Keeping clinical records to ensure thorough compliance with federal regulations.

• Completing a thorough examination of clients' substance use histories and treatment needs and establishing tailored treatment plans.

• Individual and group counseling, as well as education programs, are provided following the treatment plan.

• Documenting treatment and discharge plans, clients' progress and response to therapy, and keeping relevant documents and files.

Case Manager/Health Service Navigator

Mid Willamette Valley Community Action Agency Arches Inn - Salem, OR December 2021 to March 2023

• Reviewed all incoming clients for intake.

• processed intake for new clients and complete necessary forms. Created Behavior plans with new clients.

• identified clients with current needs and assisted needs and created smart goals with clients on house plans.

• facilitating group or individual meetings for different programs

• Preformed casework duties and commented on functions required by the agency for each client

• Made contact with the housing navigator to help in assisting with resources.

• Worked directly with health care providers to maintain open communication regarding clients' medical needs.

• Completed all necessary documents to be able to speak on the client's behalf

• Order and picked up medication

• Set up medical transportation

• Scheduled medical appointments

• scheduled behavior health appointments

• Set up Per support for clients

• Help clients get set up with specialty doctors

• Worked with care management within multiple different healthcare facilities

• Built relationships with rd offices and medical staff. Office Manager

CHERRY CITY HEATING - Salem, OR

January 2015 to March 2018

• Analyzed and optimized operations including bookkeeping, payroll, supplies, and other clerical services.

• Supervised team of 5 staff to ensure workflow is well-prepared and ran smoothly.

• Managed invoices from vendors.

• Revised the onboarding manual strategy.

• Negotiated a maintenance contract with vendors and customers

• Answered up to 30+ calls daily to schedule appointments, and send needed documents.

• Performed HR duties revolving around payroll, insurance and employee benefits.

• Provide administrative support to all staff, ensuring the team has the tools they need to excel.

• Planned company-sponsored social events, and perk programs, Built strong relationships with third party vendors.

• Received and issued invoices for administrative related costs using accounting software.

• Created all marketing and advertising promotions. Direct Care Staff

Professional therapeutic community - Salem, OR

January 2015 to December 2016

• Assisting, mentoring, coaching, and supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in semi- independent living situations.

• Empowering each individual according to their specific area of needed development, such as hygiene, skills, social skills, budgeting, and other activities of daily living.

• Documenting progress and collecting data as part of a team working to increase the resident's level of independence.

• Dispensed medication.

• accompanied to medical appointments, planned coordinated group activities. Direct Care Worker

Partnership in Community Living (PCL) - Monmouth, OR January 2014 to December 2014

• Assisting, mentoring, coaching, and supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in semi- independent living situations.

• Empowering each individual according to their specific area of needed development, such as hygiene, skills, social skills, budgeting, and other activities of daily living.

• Documenting progress and collecting data as part of a team working to increase the resident's level of independence.

• Dispensed medication.

• Accompanied to medical appointments, and planned coordinated group activities.

• Area Relief Staff took on any additional shifts when staff called out.

• Worked high risked homes. These were the homes with high behavior. Education

Bachelor degree in psychology

University of Phoenix

August 2014

Mcnary high school

June 1999

Skills

• Microsoft Word

• Data entry

• Sales

• Communication skills

• Microsoft Publisher

• Microsoft Powerpoint

• Microsoft Excel

• Human resources

• Administrative experience

• QuickBooks

• Front desk

• Case Management

• Social Work

• Office Management

• Addiction Counseling

• Crisis Intervention

• Individual / Group Counseling

• Behavioral Health

Certifications and Licenses

certified recover mentor

April 2022 to May 2024

A recovery mentor is a person who provides guidance and emotional support as you go through addiction recovery. As your trusted advisor and counselor, they will help you set goals and be a strong support source when cravings bring thoughts of relapse. Your mentor will help you through stressful situations and challenging times.

Additional Information

QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program

QPR Gatekeeper Certificate

QMHA-R

CADC-R 220 hour towards my 1000 hours

CGAC-R

In my master program for addiction counseling at Grand Canyon University

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