Wayne Prophet

*** ******* ** # * *******, Va. ***05

757-***-****

adyioi@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

My goal is to obtain a position as a CSAC using knowledge, experience and skills to empower, through self-actualization those with mental and substance use deficits to transition into a normal routine and addiction free lifestyle. This goal will aid this organization in maintaining its leading edge in positive outcomes and a good success rate of reduction/elimination of substance use.

Summary of Skills

Workforce Development Professional with 1 1/2 years experience as an Employment Specialist. I have provided coaching and job seeker services for youths, seniors, homeless, and disabled. Identified strengths and weaknesses in potential employees then develop possible career paths and strategies for entering a career. I developed individual employment plans, goal setting strategies, and networking skills. I provided job search, resume writing assistance, interviewing techniques and soft skills vs. hard skills analysis. I am very successful in employee job placement and in the recruitment of potential employers. I have knowledge of Microsoft office suite (365), and able to use, computers, copiers, faxes, printers, scanners and multiline phone systems. I have knowledge of conflict resolution, four and one half years’ experience performing comprehensive assessments; prescreen intake assessments, developing individual treatment plans, facilitating individual counseling and group counseling sessions. I have case management skills and knowledge of resources. I have CSAC and QMHP-A Certification from VA. State Board of Counseling. I have experience in electronic health records (SAMMS, ADVANCE-MD and METHASOFT)

Work History

VBMTC 1728 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach VA 6/23/present

CSAC

I complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding client’s progress. I counsel clients, individual/ group sessions. I assist clients in overcoming drug use or reduction in use. I encourage and assist patient’s to adjust to a drug free lifestyle, or making changes in their lifestyles. I perform Intake assessments, Comprehensive assessments urine drug screens analysis and send off for conformation. I review records, chart audits and confer with other professionals to evaluate client’s' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a Methadone/Suboxone treatment program. I develop client treatment plans based on client’s collaboration. I review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care. I perform quarterly and annual treatment plan reviews. I determine if client is ready to receive take homes.

BHG 5715 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach VA, 23462 6/2019/6/2023

CSAC

I complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding client’s progress. I counsel clients, individually and in group sessions. I assist clients in overcoming drug use or reduction in use. I encourage and assist patient’s to adjust to a drug free lifestyle, or making changes in their lifestyles. I perform Intake assessments, Comprehensive assessments urine drug screens and send off for conformation. I review records, chart audits and confer with other professionals to evaluate client’s' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a Methadone/Suboxone treatment program. I develop client treatment plans based on research, and client’s collaboration. I review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. staff clients with supervisor and medical staff. I perform orientations to educate clients on rules and regulations of treatment.

BHG 6000 B. Jefferson, Ave. Newport News VA 23605 4/2019/6/2021

CSAC

I complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding client’s progress. I counsel clients, individually and in group sessions. I assist clients in overcoming or reduction in use. I encourage and assist patient’s to adjust to a drug free lifestyle, or making changes in their lifestyles. I interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate client’s' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a Methadone/Suboxone treatment program. I develop client treatment plans based on research, and client’s collaboration. I review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. I perform comprehensive and prescreen assessments, perform urine screens, staff clients with supervisor and medical staff. I perform orientations to educate clients on rules and regulations of treatment.

AARP/Project Site Office 201 Granby St #424 Norfolk, VA 23510 11/2018/-04/2019

Employment Specialist

I research periodic reports of employment opportunities and employment trends in the labor market. Conduct employment readiness training when necessary. Build a relationship with participants in order to build bridges to future long term job –placement. I am involved with employment related events/activities; Career Fairs, etc. attending all appropriate meetings. Develop and locate client companies then recruit candidates for the companies. Obtain and set up interviews between applicants and companies. Extend employment opportunities to applicants and prepare hiring authorities and applicants for interview process. Place qualified and ideal applicants at client companies and keep abreast of employer satisfaction by contacting employers regularly to provide placement follow-up as well as follow up to ensure participant satisfaction (all efforts must be documented). Collects employment verifications from employers, participants and or services (i.e. Work Number, etc.) Prepare written reports on weekly basis of job development and placement activities as well as perform other job related tasks as directed by supervisor.

New life SABC 2697 International Pkwy, Bldg. 1 Suite 104, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 9/2017/11/2018

CSAC in Residency

I completed and maintained accurate records and reports regarding client’s' histories and progress. I counseled clients, individually and in group sessions. I assisted clients in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes in their lifestyles. I interviewed clients, reviewed records, and conferred with other professionals to evaluate client’s' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program. I developed client treatment plans based on research, and client histories. I reviewed and evaluated clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.

Virginia Supportive Housing 2425 Gosnold Ave. Norfolk, VA 23517 04/2013-9/2014

Peer Specialist

I assisted peers in articulating their goals for recovery. Encouraged peers to learn and practice new skills. Helped them monitor their progress, and assisted them in their treatment. I modeled effective coping techniques and self-help strategies based on my own recovery experience, and supported them in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services. I encouraged peers to continue progress by giving a sense of hope. I coordinated trips to Walmart, fishing piers, Golden corrals, libraries and food pantries. I helped peers obtain needed resources from city, state and charity organizations to aid them in their recovery. I used my skills as an employment Specialist aiding peers to obtain employment. I logged all activities electronically in companies system.

AARP/Project Site Office 201 Granby St #424 Norfolk, VA 23510 06/2011/-04/2013

Employment Specialist

I research periodic reports of employment opportunities and employment trends in the labor market. Conduct employment readiness training when necessary. Build a relationship with participants in order to build bridges to future long term job –placement. I am involved with employment related events/activities; Career Fairs, etc. attending all appropriate meetings. Develop and locate client companies then recruit candidates for the companies. Obtain and set up interviews between applicants and companies. Extend employment opportunities to applicants and prepare hiring authorities and applicants for interview process. Place qualified and ideal applicants at client companies and keep abreast of employer satisfaction by contacting employers regularly to provide placement follow-up as well as follow up to ensure participant satisfaction (all efforts must be documented). Collects employment verifications from employers, participants and or services (i.e. Work Number, etc.) Prepare written reports on weekly basis of job development and placement activities as well as perform other job related tasks as directed by supervisor.

AARP/Assigned/Goodwill Industries 313 High St. Portsmouth, VA 23701 09/2010/-6/2011

Receptionist

I opened the office in the morning, began signing in clients as they entered and then log them out as they exited. Operated a multi-line telephone system receiving incoming calls and rerouted them to desired location. Made courtesy calls to clients reminding them of classes and other scheduled events. Assisted clients in setting up email accounts, using search engines, surfing the internet and perform job searches. Helped clients’ complete online applications and submit them, build resumes, write cover and thank you letters. Made periodic follow up calls to employers to ascertain their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the client they hired from this agency. After nine months I was promoted to AARP Project Site Office as an employment specialist.

Saint Mark RZUA Church/Volunteer 1513 Colonial Ave Norfolk, VA 04/2007-09/2010

Food Pantry Helper

I opened the food pantry, then began signing in those who came to eat and signed them out as they left (USDA regulations.) I also helped with the seating and serving of the meals. Picked up food to be served from the food bank and placed it in the store room and freezers. I monitored the food temperature to prevent food borne illnesses (USDA regulations.) I also performed intakes of those receiving food packages for the month (USDA regulations.)

Union Mission/Volunteer 110 Brooke Ave Norfolk, VA 10/2005-03/2007

Telephone Representative

I operated a multi-line telephone system receiving incoming calls then rerouted them to desired location. Made cold calls to potential clients soliciting for donations for the organization using a company pre- written script. Set up a schedule for the items to be picked up by truck or where to mail monetary donations. I prepared invoice listing the items, date and time to be picked up in written ticket form. Received calls from clients wishing to donate and resolved client complaints.

Salvation Army/Volunteer 5860 VA Beach Blvd VA beach, VA 03/2002-09/2005

Telephone Representative

I operated a multi-line telephone system receiving incoming calls then rerouted them to desired location. Made cold calls to potential clients soliciting for donations for the organization using a company pre- written script. Set up a schedule for the items to be picked up by truck or where to mail monetary donations. I prepared invoice listing the items, date and time to be picked up using company data base system. Received calls from clients wishing to donate and resolved client complaints.

Education

Tidewater community College Norfolk, VA 2012-2014

Associates Degree Social Science

Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA 2014-2017

Bachelor’s Degree Human Services

References available upon request.

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