Case Manager Substance Abuse
Resume:
AMANDA WILLIAMS
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I have a motivated, high energy team player with a proven track record looking to leverage my skills and experience as a Substance Abuse Counselor for an organization that will enable me to demonstrate my commitment to effective client care and contribute to their successful recovery family reunification.
EXPERIENCE
11/2021-PRESENT
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (SA) COUNSEELOR, VIRTUE RECOVERY HOUSE, INC
Work with individuals and families with a substance abuse disorder while developing a positive rapport while in our program
HANDLE ALL THE DAY TO DAY OPERATIONS FOR THE BUSINESS
LISTEN TO CLIENTS CONCERNS WHEN DEALING WITH A CRISIS
Assist patients in making informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their clinical status and treatment options
Collaborate with all health providers to ensure the clients successfully work their treatment plans and receive the best care
Developed a comprehensive client-driven case plan with both short-term and long-term goals identified
08/2020-02/2021
CASE MANAGER/ (SA) COUNSELOR, HELPING HANDS
Work with individuals and families with a substance abuse disorder while developing a positive rapport while in our program
Help and assist clients define goals, develop action plans and gain insight through Motivational Interviewing
Listened to clients' concerns and provided counseling or intervention as required
Provide ongoing support and regular interaction with patients to keep track of their progress and to ensure their progression through each phase of their treatment plan
Assessed and resolved client concerns using Motivational Interviewing techniques
Assist patients in making informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their clinical status and treatment options
11/2018 – 07/2020
CLINICAL CASE MANAGER, Cobb Family Treatment Court
Work with individuals and families with a substance abuse disorder while developing a positive rapport while in our program
Help and assist clients define goals, develop action plans and gain insight through Motivational Interviewing
Facilitate CBI (Cognitive Behavioral Intervention) for Phases 3-5
Complete Initial Assessment to determine program eligibility along with the level of care (LSCMI)
Assist patients in making informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their clinical status and treatment options
Provide ongoing support and regular interaction with patients to keep track of their progress and to ensure their progression through each phase of their treatment plan
Collaborate with all health providers to ensure the clients successfully work their treatment plans and receive the best care
Attended court hearings twice a month to provide support to men/women and their families and provided necessary information regarding services related to their dependency case
03/2018 – 10/2018
CASE MANAGER, ST. JUDE’S recovery Center
Developed a comprehensive client-driven case plan with both short-term and long-term goals identified
Monitored progress towards goals in regularly scheduled weekly sessions
Evaluated and adjusted case plans as needed and also provided written warnings with consequences if satisfactory progress is not being met
Empowered clients to become involved in their planning and goal setting
Listened to clients' concerns and provided counseling or intervention as required
Coordinated client-focused treatment and services that were personalized, timely, and effective
Collaborated with Child Protective Services, schools, shelters, and other community resources to provide resources to help clients achieve their goals.
Facilitated groups for MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment)
09/2017- 03/2018
COUNSELOR ASSISTANT- ADMINISTRATOR, MOTHERS MAKING A CHANGE
Assessed and resolved client concerns using Motivational Interviewing techniques
Collaborated with all healthcare professionals to ensure the clients with the best care
Assisted in facilitating groups for Substance Abuse
Scheduled all intake appointments to help support patients towards the right level of care
Prepared and editing letters, reports, memos, and emails
Developed and maintain a filing system
Ordered office supplies
Assisted Director in staffing and helped organize monthly meetings
Coordinated weekly schedules for all groups for Outpatient Treatment and reported directly to Director
EDUCATION
MAY 2001
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, Armuchee High SChool
OCTOBER 2017
CARES, Georgia council on substance abuse
MAY 2017- MAY 2019
CIT, Acts Consulting
February 2020
Grand Canyon University, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in Counseling
November 2020
Transfer To Capella University, Bachelor’s in Psychology
January 2020
MRT Certification
April 2019
Cognitive Behavioral Intervention Certification
October 2018
MATS Certification
SKILLS
Teamwork
Leadership
Communication
Organization
Decision making
Critical thinking
Active listening
Ability to work under pressure
Adaptability
Management skills
Interpersonal
Customer service
INTERESTS
I enjoy reading; blog writing; job-related activities; music (listening); traveling; volunteering around the community; recovery-oriented activities or 12 Step groups; family time; yog
If so, then you need look no further. You will see my resume that I met all of the qualifications and more.
I would very much like to discuss the opportunity with your Organization to set up an interview.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume. I look forward to talking with you.
Sincerely,
Amanda Williams
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