Substance Abuse Counselor
Resume:
Troy Skeen
Washington, DC *****
*********@*****.***
Engaging and encouraging counseling professional with 10 years of progressive employment working with
CO-OCCURRING and HOMELESS populations. Adept in clinical supervision for interns and unlicensed practitioners. Passionate about supporting and providing resources for individuals seeking recovery from
substance abuse.
Compassionate and caring substance abuse counselor with 10 years of employment in addiction environments.
Extremely skilled at building trust with diverse individuals to promote client honesty and growth during recovery
processes. Seek to leverage abilities and pursue employment in detoxification treatment setting focused on
substance abuse care.
Work Experience
Rehabilitation Specialist
Cornerstone Montgomery - Montgomery County, MD
December 2021 to January 2024
• adjust to their disability
• Evaluate clients’ abilities, interests, experiences, skills, health, and education
• Develop a treatment plan for clients, in consultation with other professionals, such as doctors, therapists, and psychologists
• Arrange for clients to obtain services, such as medical care or career training
• Help employers understand the needs and abilities of people with disabilities, as well as laws and resources that affect people with disabilities
• Help clients develop their strengths and adjust to their limitations
• Locate resources, such as wheelchairs or computer programs, that help clients live and work more independently
• Maintain client records and monitor clients’ progress, adjusting the rehabilitation or treatment plan as necessary
• Advocate for the rights of people with disabilities to live Youth Specialist
Covenant House - Washington, DC
December 2021 to April 2022
• Maintains resident privacy, security and confidentiality according to agency guidelines.
• Models a caring, concerned, and respectful attitude toward residents.
• Reads log book from previous shift to note/address any items requiring attention, and completes appropriate log entries and incident reports during scheduled shift.
• Provides desk coverage for scheduled shift, answering and routing calls or recording messages according to agency procedures.
• Monitors residential areas by remaining visible and interacting regularly and informally with residents.
• Consults with Case Managers and Program Director regarding residents’ personal needs, behavior and service planning.
• Dispenses residents’ medication to residents according to agency protocol and guidelines.
• Conducts breathalyzer and drug urine screens as needed and as required.
• Issues supplies (e.g., bed linens, toiletries, etc.,) to residents in accordance with established procedures.
• Conducts regular walk-through of (864)
• Orients and trains interns and volunteers as needed.
• Participates in regular supervision, provides regular updates and submits supporting documents as required.
• Participates in all staff meetings, trainings, special events and other agency activities as assigned.
• Transports residents in agency vehicles as needed.
• Ensures the entry of all guests and volunteers meets protocol and is documented according to agency policy.
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Substance Abuse Counselor
Fairfax County Virginia - Chantilly, VA
May 2008 to May 2020
As a substance abuse counselor my primary goals was a support system for people with drug and alcohol problems, eating disorders and other behavioral issues. They teach individuals how to modify their behavior with the intention of full recovery. Because clients are susceptible to relapses, many substance abuse counselors work with clients on an on-going basis. Other duties include:
Meeting with clients to evaluate their health and substance problem Identifying issues and create goals and treatment plans Teaching clients coping mechanisms
Helping clients find jobs or reestablish their career Leading group therapy sessions
Providing updates and progress reports to courts
Referring clients to support groups
Setting up aftercare plans
Meeting with family members and provide guidance and support Mental Health Worker
Fairfax County Virginia - Chantilly, VA
May 2008 to May 2020
Clinical social workers diagnose and treat mental health conditions as well. They provide individual, family, and couples therapy, and they assist with depression, anxiety, family problems, and other mental health or behavioral
issues. Licensed by State Of Virginia
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology
SUFFIELD UNIVERSITY - Sioux Falls, SD
June 2008
Skills
• Individual / group counseling
• Mental health counseling
• Addiction counseling
• Child & family counseling
• First aid
• Group therapy
• Meeting Facilitation
• Motivational Interviewing
• Crisis Intervention
• Statistics
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Behavioral Health
• Intake Experience
• Social Work
• Crisis Management
• Case Management
• Medication Administration
Awards
First Aide CPR
March 2022
Certificate of Completion Adult First Aid/CPR/AED. Date Completion 03/04/2022 good until 03/04/2024 Certifications and Licenses
QMHP Certification
March 2022
Additional Information
Skills
Family counseling Defining treatment objectives
Individual therapy Team building
Testing specimens Communications
Community resources Problem resolution
Client evaluation First Aid/CPR
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