Scott T. Wilson

Los Alamitos, CA *****

562-***-**** - adzlh4@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental, and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration with passion for leaving a positive impact on patient lives.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

One-on-one sessions

Intervention planning

Documentation requirements

Teamwork

Leadership

Critical thinking

Compassion

Work History

02/2021 to 05/2021

Program Director

Beachside Behavioral Health – Santa Ana, CA

Responded to injuries, accidents, and allegations of abuse and misconduct by following company policies and when appropriate, law enforcement.

Coordinated services, including various types of therapy for residents, ensuring attendance for scheduled appointments.

Developed and implemented variety of innovative policies and strategies to promote client self-sufficiency.

Communicated regularly with guardians of residents, answering questions, and addressing concerns.

Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.

Assisted program manager with developing budget and schedule.

12/2019 to 02/2021

08/2021 to 08/2022

Therapist

Laguna Treatment Hospital – Aliso Viejo, CA

Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.

Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.

Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results, and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.

Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.

Provided tools for clients and families to communicate better and negotiate issues for improved family relationships.

Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.

Tracked progress according to goals for all interventions.

08/2015 to 11/2017

Chief Executive Officer/ Program Director

Sobertec LLC – Aliso Viejo, CA

Conducting weekly leadership meetings with Clinical, Medical and Operations management.

Meeting with City officials.

Conducting Compliance walks with the Department of Health Care Service.

Received the Joint Commission Accreditation June 2016.

Conducting a monthly meeting with all staff members.

Meeting Quarterly with Board members to review projects and to respond to any issues.

Working with the Performance Improvement team to help improve facility and to address clients’ grievances.

Overseeing and updating the Company's Policy and Procedures.

01/2015 to 08/2015

Case Manager

Sobertec LLC – Aliso Viejo, CA

Oversaw a case load between 15 to 20 clients.

Conducted weekly one-on-one sessions with clients.

Created an individualized substance abuse treatment plan for each client.

Conducted process groups and twelve step groups.

Updated the client's family members on their progress.

Assisted the client with any legal issues by writing letters to the court or updating Probation Officers.

08/2014 to 12/2014

Intern

Sobertec LLC – Aliso Viejo, CA

Observed and conducted process groups and twelve step groups with clients.

Created filing storage system for paper charts during transition to electronic filing system.

Observed one-on-one sessions with case managers and clients.

Conducted intakes with new clients.

Assisted the medical team on gathering medical information from the client.

Met weekly with the clinical director for weekly recap.

12/2012 to 02/2014

Asset Protection Manager

SAM's Club – Fullerton, CA

Ensured a safe shopping experience and working environment for associates and members.

Prevented financial loss caused by members and staff.

Created and implemented a safety awareness program with daily meetings.

The program led to an accident-free environment for seven months.

Oversaw the compliance of company policies and procedures and environmental operational procedures.

Developed talent within the company by mentoring seven associates resulting in their career advancement.

Supervised wholesale trading oversees, keeping the company compliant with US laws.

Organized fundraisers for CHOC, MS, and breast cancer awareness.

02/2011 to 12/2012

Asset Protection Associate

SAM's Club – Fountain Valley, CA

Promoted, monitored, and enforced safe work practices and safe work environment.

Monitored and authorized entrance and departures of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard the company against theft.

Apprehended shoplifters.

Investigated known or suspected internal theft, external theft, and vendor fraud.

Trained and educated associates in methods of theft prevention.

08/2006 to 12/2006

Intern

Newport Beach Police Department – Newport Beach, CA

Assisted homicide detectives with cases going to trial.

Participated in an undercover unit stakeout.

Was taken on patrol in a police car and helicopter.

Observed the 911 operators for one day.

Assisted in the administration of the police written entrance test.

06/2002 to 09/2002

Student Aid

Skylark Elementary School – Stanton, CA

Met with 3rd through 6th graders for physical education.

Met with students that needed extra help with their homework after school.

Supervised students while in the lunch hall and outside activities.

Education

Alcohol Studies and Conflict Resolution

Cypress College - Cypress, CA

B.S: Criminal Justice

California State University - Long Beach, CA

A.A: Liberal Studies

Golden West College - Huntington Beach, CA

2019

Masters: Social Work

University of Southern California - City of Los Angeles, CA

Certifications

Associate Clinical Social Worker Expires November 30, 2022,Registration No. ASW92869

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