Counselor
Resume:
Shane Olson
Former Chemical Dependency Counselor, (ADC-T) with several years experience in the C.D., mental health, direct support, and supervision fields seeking new opportunities
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Spokane, WA 99205
Willing to relocate anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Summary
Articulate driven individual looking for new opportunities following move to Spokane Washington from Minnesota. Strong strategic planning skills and client relationship management expert. Motivated human resource person with 15+ years’ experience working with individuals to drive client satisfaction. Recognized for creative solutions in high stress situations to maintain and improve client satisfaction and creating an atmosphere conducive for clients expressing concerns and working to solve and resolve any conflicts that may arise. Resourceful and well organized with an excellent leadership and team building record.
Work experience
ADC-T
Specialized Treatment Services - Minneapolis, MN
March 2020 to July 2020
Worked as a primary counselor in A Harm Reduction Medication Assisted (Methadone) Clinic setting. Managed a caseload of 54 individuals. Provided assessments as needed, Conducted individual counseling sessions, coordinated client referrals for continuity of care, Provided Drug and Alcohol Education as needed, provided information for community services when needed.
ADC-T
SerenityPath - Paynesville, MN
September 2019 to March 2020
managed a case load of up to 10 adult clients in an Outpatient Setting, with 2 Sober living homes for both men and women attached to the program, with skill, professionalism, and leadership. Maintained client notes, and all other pertinent records to ensure strict compliance with state regulations. (I am familiar with 245G) Organized and conducted 9 hours of scheduled groups per week (along with fill-in groups as needed). Completed weekly individual sessions followed by weekly updates/evaluations to ensure client centered care. Conducted 4-8 comprehensive assessments monthly for new clients and walk-ins, met weekly with treatment team members to discuss client concerns and coordinate care, met with court officials, social workers, lawyers, and other officials as needed to assess client progress/concerns, and coordinated upcoming required appearances.
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Village Ranch, Inc. - Cokato, MN
June 2019 to September 2019
Assisting adolescent males with behavioral, mental health an chemical dependency issues in a residential setting. Groups, documentation, crisis management, medication monitoring, and planning/implementing group activities.
L.A.D.C. Intern and ADC-T adolescent chemical dependency counselor
Divine Hope Counseling - Willmar, MN
December 2018 to May 2019
While at Divine Hope I managed a case load of up to 12 adolescent clients at any given time with skill, professionalism, and leadership. I maintained client notes, and all other pertinent records to ensure strict compliance with state regulations. Organized and conducted groups and activities as well as individual sessions and conducted evaluations for new clients.
Chemical Dependency Program Assistant
Community Addiction Recovery Enterprises - Willmar, MN
2016 to 2018
During my time at C.A.R.E. I worked with a treatment team to provide for the needs of clients under a stay of commitment at an inpatient co-occurring drug and alcohol treatment center. Communicated to individual clients and client groups the rules and expectations set by the management team and maintained compliance with these rules and expectations, provided crisis management, and maintained client files to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Counselor
McLeod Treatment Centers - Hutchinson, MN
2013 to 2016
During my tenure at McLeod Treatment Centers I provided care for adolescent males who were undergoing treatment for mental health issues and chemical dependency in a residential setting. My main functions were crisis management to control behaviors, creating and facilitating groups, and maintaining client records. I also completed daily charting, distributed medications, communicated with clinical treatment team to offer recommendations, and maintained contact with court officials, family members, and any other relevant individuals in the clients life on an as needed basis.
Education
1 year university in Psychology
Saint Cloud State University - Saint Cloud, MN
August 2019 to May 2020
Associate in liberal arts/human services
Ridgewater College - Willmar, MN
January 2015 to April 2019
High school or equivalent in general
Cokato High School - Cokato, MN
1986 to 1990
Skills
First aid
Marketing
Retail sales
Time Management
Motivational Interviewing
Word Processing
Group Therapy
Excel - 10+ years
Communication skills
Direct Support
Child & family counseling
Behavioral therapy
Childcare
Microsoft Powerpoint
Classroom experience
Cash handling
Sales
Case management
Conflict Management
Intake
Conflict management
Mentoring
Communication skills
Direct Care
Microsoft word - 10+ years
Team Work
Behavioral Therapy
Driving
Social media management
Crisis management
Negotiation
Mental Health Counseling
Relationship Management
Child & Family Counseling
Customer service
Personal Care
Senior care
Experience with children
Leadership
Disability
Supervising experience
Serving
Cash handling
Autism - 10+ years
Microsoft Excel
Addiction Counseling
Google Suite
Customer service - 10+ years
Powerpoint - 5 years
Applied Behavior Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Heavy lifting
Crisis management - 10+ years
Relationship management
Case Management
Behavioral Health
Social Work
Writing skills
Microsoft Office
Problem-solving
Crisis Intervention
Driving
Individual / Group Counseling
Caregiving
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Reliability
Supervising experience
Program Development
Flexibility
Intake Experience
Behavior Management
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Languages
English - Expert
Certifications and licenses
Licensed Alcohol And Drug Counseling Certificate from Ridgewater College. (ADC-T eligible)
May 2019 to Present
• chemical use assessments and recommendations
* Rule 25 certificate earned through Ridgewater
• group counseling planning and implementation
• individual counseling
• crisis management
• documentation and compliance
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
driver's license
Substance Abuse Counseling Certification
Counseling Certification
RN License
Driver's License
September 2023 to November 2027
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Assessments
Retail customer service - PROFICIENT
November 2021
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Sales skills - PROFICIENT
November 2021
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Work style: Reliability - PROFICIENT
December 2022
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Medical receptionist skills - PROFICIENT
May 2023
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Caregiver fit - PROFICIENT
May 2023
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Written communication - PROFICIENT
May 2023
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Case management & social work - PROFICIENT
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