Debra L. Holler

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JBER, AK 99506

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**/**- ******* **** ****** Treatment Services Anchorage, AK Mental Health Clinician

Completing ASAM substance use assessments, behavioral health assessments, integrated assessments, with treatment recommendations. Individual sessions that correlate to client’s treatment plan (a plan in which the client determines their own goals to work on) and guidance as needed for the client to reach their goals. Understanding the two treatment programs that clients are enrolled in are the 1.0 Outpatient Program, and 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Program. Group facilitation as needed.

09/19- 04/20 Volunteers of Alaska- ASSIST Anchorage, AK Mental Health Clinician

Mental health and substance abuse integrated assessments completed for adolescent clients with co-occurring disorders. Substance use program based on ASAM criteria, several groups used the matrix model; clinicians must be proficient in different programs. Facilitated group sessions with 4-10 adolescent clients focusing on mental health issues, also conducted individual sessions and family sessions with clients and parents or other family members. Facility supported ASAM programs 2.1 (Intensive Outpatient Program) and 1.0 (Outpatient Program.) Worked with families and clients when possible. 04/18- 09/19 The Salvation Army GCCC Wasilla, AK

Chemical Dependency Counselor

Group and individual counseling, screenings and assessment with prospective clients per ASAM criteria. Clients who meet Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Program are enrolled in program. Work with TSA IOPSATS and Department of Corrections to ensure contract requirements are consistently met at a level above satisfactory. Work closely with supervisor and peers to instill open communication within IOPSATS staff.

06/17- 04/18 Volunteers of Alaska - Adolescent Residential Center for Help (ARCH) Eagle River, AK

Chemical Dependency Counselor

Group and individual counseling with chemical dependency clients, minor crisis interventions, develop and implement therapeutic interventions as needed, demonstrates and models advanced clinical skills in the areas of groups, individual counseling and crisis management. Support and assist other treatment team members with skill development, group materials/subject matter. Therapeutic relationship with all residents, supportive of primary counselors, open communication with treatment team, staff, and supervisory team. Pet therapy to include immediate intervention with residents exhibiting symptoms of anxiety, depression, homesickness, and stress. Support co-workers in manner needed. 08/11-09/16 Vernon Community Counseling Services, LLC Leesville, LA Owner/CEO/ Therapist

Program planning and development (six), interagency coordination and cooperation for client servitude. Crisis intervention, domestic abuse intervention program direction, sexual assault victim assistance/counseling. Intensive and non-intensive program development, parenting classes, adolescent and adult programs. State licensed, Medicaid approved provider. OCS provider for sexual abuse child victims, services to include pet therapy, and court testimony when necessary. Recruitment, hiring, training, discipline and direction of all staff. Designed and implemented policies and procedures in conjunction with JCAHO and state accreditation guidelines. Developed and implemented operating budget with measures of accountability. Represent facility during speaking engagements, community and civic involvement, and public relations.

10/08-05/12 Upper Iowa University Fort Polk, LA

Adjunct Instructor

Classroom instruction to include lectures, visual presentations and class discussions. Normal grading system used to calculate and determine grades. Classes taught in the disciplines of Sociology, Criminal Justice and Psychology. Students were non-traditional students on a military installation. 10/06-08/11 Leesville Rehabilitation Hospital dba The Harbour Leesville, LA Program Director

Developed Intensive Outpatient Program, provided counseling services for individuals, groups and families. Recruitment, hiring, training, discipline and direction of all staff to include therapists, RNs, behavioral technicians, and administrative assistants. Designed and implemented policies and procedures in conjunction with JCAHO accreditation guidelines, state and Medicare guidelines, designed and implemented operating budget. Developed treatment measurement guidelines. Crisis intervention, anger resolution certified, certified trauma specialist. 03/03-10/06 DeRidder Addictive Disorders Clinic DeRidder, LA Clinic Director

Payroll processing, fiscal budget planning, budget implementation and adherence, federal tax computations and payments. Grant writing to include research and preparation of grant requests. Participation in educational programs throughout the community to raise awareness of substance abuse, addictions, and help available. Supervision to include reviewing casework, staff meetings, direction of social service counselors and administrative staff. Counseling duties to include clinical assessments, group and individual counseling on both intensive and non- intensive levels.

08/2002 to 3/2003- Counselor at DeRidder Addictive Disorders Clinic until Clinic Director resigned to relocate and I was promoted.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

As director for this non-profit facility, noted accomplishments included:

• Decreased expenditures by 14% without deleting services

• Increased income by 12%

• Expanded services to include adolescent program

• Self-referral rate increased from 1% to 14%

• Statewide recognition for lowest recidivism rate of clients

• Local recognition for community service seminars

• Client base increased by 40% within 2 years

• State funded contract increased by 25% after first year based on performance EDUCATION

12/92 B.S. in Finance and Banking American Institute of Banking Anchorage, AK

12/02 B.S. in Psychology Northwestern State University Natchitoches, LA

12/04 M.S. in Sociology Suffield University, Suffield, CT AFFILIATIONS

02/03-present NAADAC (National Association for Addiction Professionals) 02/03-present American Counseling Association

05/07-05/11 Mental Health Compliance Officer for Vernon Correctional Facility AWARDS

2012-2013 Woman of the Year- National Association of Professional Women Counseling Field

CERTIFICATIONS

Nationally Certified Anger Resolution Therapist

Nationally Certified Trauma and Loss Specialist (Adult and Child) Pet Therapist

First Aid and CPR – expired 8/7/21, can renew

Chemical Dependency Counselor 1

I believe in the greater good and therefore, I have been fully vaccinated and boosted. However, I still wear a mask because I have a family member who is autoimmune deficient and this extra layer of precaution is done from and for, love.

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