DOUGLAS T. SMALLS, JR.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida *3308

703-***-***** advn3f@r.postjobfree.com

A dedicated proud Army Veteran who is enthusiastic, highly motivated, resourceful leader and team member. My goals are to be part of a cohesive treatment team and obtain employment working to aid individuals toward personal growth and ongoing wellness. I would like to obtain employment in the substance abuse, addictions recovery field or as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist.

EXPERIENCE:

Veteran Enrollment Specialist

Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Assistance Facilitator of Substance Abuse/Addictions Treatment and Transitional Programs- Commonwealth of Virginia-2009-2019

Co-facilitated Substance Abuse Programs/Addictions Treatment and Re-entry Programs

TASKS:

Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment or physical abuse.

Conferred with other professionals to evaluate the mental or physical condition of patients.

Counsel or aid family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients.

SKILLS:

Counseling, developing coping skills, goal-setting and cognitive behavior techniques

Administered assessments, interviews and surveys to clients

Assisted with design, planning, scheduling and implementation of programs

Terrific interpersonal and communication skills

Compassionate and empathetic regarding mental health issues and recovery

Relates to social perceptiveness and problem sensitivity

Excellent listening and oral skills

Good understanding of self-esteem building and managing negative self-talk

Strong understanding of ethics and client confidentiality

EDUCATION:

Master’s Degree in Chemical Dependency Guidance-Columbus University, Picayune, Mississippi 2004

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Dependency Guidance-Columbus University, Picayune, Mississippi 2002

Bachelor of Science Degree/Business Administration-Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland 1992