Sharon Berardi

Case Manager And Counselor

Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 20 years of experience in recovery settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Desire to pursue new role with long-term treatment group. Skills

Providing community referrals

Clinical assessment

Individual counseling

Specimen testing

Work History

2018-06 - 2022-07 Personal Care Attendant

Tempus Unlimited, Boston, MA

Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.

Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.

2019-03 - 2021-03 Case Manager/Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor Andrew House At Shattuck Hospital, Jamaica Plain, MA Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs. Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.

Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.

Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.

Revere, MA, 02151

617-***-****

adxeh4@r.postjobfree.com

Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources. 1998-06 - 2016-12 Director of Case Management

Granada House, Allston, MA

Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs. Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers. Participated in professional growth programs to support special education improvement efforts.

Reduced care costs without sacrificing quality through service coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.

Facilitated HIV group one night a week for those in Granada House and community

Facilitated women's group

1994-06 - 1998-01 Server

Watch City Brewery, Waltham, MA

Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.

Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.

Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers. Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers. Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.

Education

1990-09 - 1992-06 Bachelor of Arts: Psychology

U Mass At Boston - Boston, MA

1976-09 - 1979-06 Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts And General Studies Massasoit Community College - Brockton, MA

1972-09 - 1976-06 High School Diploma

Randolph High School - Randolph, MA

Accomplishments

Recognized by the South Boston Drug Court for advocacy and clients continuing treatment instead of incarceration