Mental Health Chemical

RODNEY SCOTT

**** *. ******** **. #**** (H) 510-***-**** ****************@*****.***

Professional Summary

IC&RC Accredited Certified Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor (CADTP). Accomplished and energetic counselor with a solid history of achievement in substance abuse. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise include formerly incarcerated, family and young adults. Responsible individual, proficient in time management, and communication. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. Over 25 years in substance abuse, and social work.

Experience

Substance abuse counselor 04/01/19 – 12/19/2019

Center Point, San Quentin Prison site.

135 Paul Dr. San Rafael, CA 94903 415-***-****

Met with clients both individually and in group therapy sessions.

Provided counseling using cognitive behavioral therapy

Completed individualized assessments and diagnoses.

Assisted clients with recognizing behavior patterns and working on cognitive shifts. Athletic student tutor 01/18/16 – 12/24/2019

University of California, Berkeley

176 Cesar Chavez Student Center, Berkeley Ca. 94720 510-***-****

Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students.

Monitor student performance or assist students in academic environments, such as classrooms, laboratories, or computing centers.

Teach students study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking strategies. SUBSTANCE ABUSE MENTOR 05/25/16 – 06/11/19

Chabot College, RISE: Restorative Integrated Self-Education program. 25555 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, Ca. 510-***-****

Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.

Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories, and education.

Participate in case conferences or staff meetings.

Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.

Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.

DIRECTOR NON-PROFIT 01/24/18 - Present

LEVEL V RELOADED Moving Beyond Incarceration

PO BOX 72453 Oakland, Ca. 94612

Participate in the determination of organizational policies regarding such issues as participant eligibility, program requirements, and program benefits.

Prepare and maintain records and reports, such as budgets, personnel records, or training manuals. Research and analyze member or community needs to determine program directions and goals.

Act as consultants to agency staff and other community programs regarding the interpretation of program-related federal, state, and county regulations and policies. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: SOCIOLOGY December 2018

California State University, East Bay - Hayward, CA Minor in chemical dependency.

Member, LEVEL V RELOADED, President

Associate of Science: CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY June 2017 Merritt Community College Campus - Oakland, CA Member, The Gamble Institute Member, Citizens 4 Education

Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts June 2012

Patten University - Oakland, CA Volunteer, Prison University Project. IC&RC CERTIFICATION November 2019

REFERENCES

GALE LIGHTHAL Burial consultant 510-***-**** Friend Mildred Mckinny Businesswoman 510-***-**** Associate Raymond Banks Philosophy Professor 415-***-**** Instructor

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