Drug and Alcohol counseling
Resume:
Amie Wechezak
*********@*****.***
Highly resourceful and dedicated mental health professional with profound knowledge in counseling techniques, developmental theories and behavioral strategies, to provide the foundation for the duties of a Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Passionate to work as a counselor and treat patients battling with drugs, alcohol, tobacco and other substance addiction. Astute observer of human behavior with well-developed listening, comprehension and communication skills.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
2020
Relevant Coursework
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Brain Anatomy
Clinical Sociological Practice
Sociological Theory
Intimate Partner Violence
Developmental Psychology
Social Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Personality Psychology
Psychology Research Design and Analysis Statistics
Core Qualifications
In-depth knowledge of substance abuse and addiction
Immense ability to counsel clients with alcohol, tobacco, drug and other related problems
Possess a thorough knowledge of current behavioral health concepts, principles and methods of treatment
Considerable knowledge of intake procedures, social history development and interviewing techniques
High empathy and emotional stability to help patients cope with trauma and suffering
Ability to plan and organize time and tasks, ability to maintain composure under stress
Exceptional proficiency in a variety of crisis intervention techniques
Work Experience
Research Assistant, Jan 2020 – Current
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Conduct interviews with a series of students to see if we could psychologically manipulate a student to falsely confess to cheating
Used SPSS program to read and interpret results
Write detailed reports on result findings
Sales Associate/Cashier/Customer Service, May 2019 – Dec 2019
Ollies Bargain Outlet
Assisted customers with their shopping needs, answering customer inquiries, and resolving customer complaints
Completed inventory counts and order merchandise based on the results
Handled Cash and handled cash drawers with counting money
Personal Nanny, May 2017 – Aug 2018
Hannah Black
Support development by conducting learning activities and providing age appropriate experiences
Maintain daily routine, scheduled meal-time, naps
Support learning of basic activities of daily living, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming
Discipline – Supports a safe environment of right and wrong
Assistant Manager, May 2016 – Aug 2016
Pizza Hut, Schnecksville PA
Run full shifts independently
Supervise, coach and support staff
Open the store for business and prepare for the day
Close the store and insure all equipment is shut down to a safe mode and food is stored correctly for freshness
Review of hourly financial expectations to support which goals need attention and express appreciation to staff for wins
Community Volunteer Involvement
Big Brothers Big Sister Program
Serve as a positive role model and mentor to an adolescent, underprivileged, African American female
Provide constructive activities outside the home
Bethany Church Soup Kitchen
Created and organized food drive
Cooked and served meals to the homeless and underprivileged community members
Collected donated food to send everyone home with after they ate their meals
Meals on Wheels
Delivered prepared meals to homebound senior’s residence and local community centers
Provide social contact, friendly visit and safety check on senior residents ages 60+
Honors/Achievements
PSI CHI Honor Society
Dean’s List
Good Standing
Certifications
Certified Mandated Child Reporter
Child Abuse History Clearance
PA State Police Criminal Record Clearance
FBI Criminal History Background Check Clearance (pending)
References
Marina Gould
717 4th Street
Beaver PA 15009
Don Bishop
141 Dolores Circle Apt 9
Indiana PA 15701
Hannah Black
4623 Main Street
Whitehall PA 18052
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