Dependency Counselor Admissions Coordinator
Resume:
Dorothy Lerum **********@*****.***
**** ********** **. *****: 772-***-****
Grove City, Ohio43123
OBJECTIVE:
This multi-talented, multi tasked female, with decades of experience and clinical qualifications as a LICDC-S; CCS; ADC; CAC, ICADC, NCAC II is looking for a clinical position in the Columbus and vicinity area. The goal is to utilize my clinical skills in a holistic recovery setting-with the opportunity to grow professionally and make a difference in the transformation of others through an intervention process.
LICENSURES: LICDC-S - Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor – Supervisor -841142-Ohio Certification Board; Certified Counselor Supervisor-#11388RO314-Texas; ADC-#0081RO314-Texas; Certified Addictions Counselor - #3290A - Florida Certification Board; National Certification Addiction Counselor II - NAADAC International Certified Addiction Counselor- ICADC
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
10/2007
to
Present
11/2006
to
10/2007
07/2003
to
11/2006
Ambrosia of the Palm Beaches; Ambrosia Treatment Center Port St. Lucie and West Palm Beach, FL
Clinical Supervisor; Therapist
Provided clinical supervision to therapist team.
Participated in development of RES and PHP therapeutic track substance abuse programs; inclusive of chronic pain; para-professionals track; relapse track, SLAA, and other life skills management.
Coordinate and implement clinical screening with appropriate recommendations based on medical necessity and level of care guidelines.
Other therapeutic didactics as necessary
Family Wellness Therapist – Telehealth
Implemented Family Wellness Program.
Made phone calls to every family member, authorized by client, who met federal confidentiality guidelines.
Coordinate and implement clinical screening of effects of using on family and depth of family illness.
Did weekly reviews, “Zoom” groups, and individual family sessions as necessary, followed by family aftercare planning
Alcohope of the Treasure Coast Hanley Hall Vero Beach, FL
Substance Abuse Therapist
Coordinated, case managed, and implemented a comprehensive substance abuse inpatient program.
Developed an outpatient substance abuse program.
Case management including treatment planning, weekly reviews, progress on goals and objectives, discharge planning, and follow up care.
Coordinated educational presentations, daily groups, and individual counseling.
The Woods at Parkside Gahanna, OH
Clinical Director
Execute clinical supervision to all counselors, case managers, and counseling assistants in a
50-bed facility for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders
Monitor and provide supervision and clinical triage and treatment planning for inpatient
Provide education and training to all staff, chart audits, and implemented policy/procedures.
09/2001
to
07/2003
05/2000
to
09/2001
05/1995
to
05/2000
02/990
to
06/1995
June 1977
To
July 1987
Transferred to their new mental health facility in Port St. Lucie Fl. to help start the program. Was admissions coordinator for 6 months.
Focus Health Care Worthington, OH
Substance Abuse Therapist
Coordinated, case managed, and implemented a comprehensive substance abuse and co-occurring disorders intensive outpatient program.
Completed comprehensive substance abuse and pathological gambling assessments.
Implemented and ran an intensive outpatient program for adolescents and adults.
Facilitated education and group therapy 3x week and individual counseling 1x per week
Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Washington Court House, OH
Substance Abuse Counselor
Executed crisis intervention stabilization.
Completed clinical evaluations for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders with recommendations and referral.
Developed an IOP program
Focus Health Care Worthington, OH
Substance Abuse Therapist
Coordinated, case managed, and implemented a comprehensive substance abuse outpatient program for adults and adolescents.
Completed comprehensive evaluations for substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and pathological gambling, identifying needs, and setting up
Case management; facilitated of groups
MCC Behavioral Care Columbus, OH
Clinical Director
Provided clinical supervision to clinical staff and case managers
Executed clinical triage with Cigna Insurance Providers and approved or denied services based on medical necessity.
Richland Hospital Serenity Hall Mansfield, OH
Supervised, coordinated, and managed a crisis line for a substance abuse and psychiatric inpatient treatment facility.
Completed comprehensive evaluations, facilitated admissions or referrals to the appropriate facilities based on medical necessity ensuring safety and stabilization.
Presented educational workshops in the workplace.
EDUCATION:
Ohio State University Studies
Circleville Bible College
Columbus, OH
Social Work
Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor-Supervisor
(Grandfathered)
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