MICHAEL C. WILLIAMS
ADDRESS: **** ****** ****; East Cleveland, Ohio 44112 CELL: 216-***-**** EMAIL: *.***********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Accomplished Chemical Dependency Counselor with five years of proven experience in providing direct service and supervision to individuals with substance abuse and mental health identifications. Effective with evidence-based interventions that comprehensively address the chemical and behavioral health of diverse clientele.
SUMMARY OF SKILLS:
Strong Communication Skills
Ability to Problem Solve and Multitask
Proven Leadership and Aptitude for Decision Making
Reliable/Dependable
EDUCATION:
Bachelors of Social Work; Cleveland State University Fall, 2016
Chemical Dependency Licensure (CDCA) Spring, 2016
Associate of Arts; Cuyahoga Community College Fall, 2013
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:
Community Assessment and Treatment Services
CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR (2016- present)
Administered all facility and program rules to code of conduct guidelines, privacy, clinical documentation, procedural policies, health and safety standards defined by the organization, governing board, and accrediting bodies. Applied evidenced based practices (interventions, counseling, and therapeutic) techniques to help clients achieve positive outcomes. Provided individual and group counseling, in addition to providing case management to clients.
Community Assessment and Treatment Services
RESIDENTIAL ADVOCATE (2015-2016)
Supervised and assessed residential clients’ activities and well-being, in addition to coordination clients’ schedules for meals, therapy and medication within the facility. Maintained records of clients’ activities, progress notes, as well as, documented any behavioral issues to ensure compliance with agency protocols.
United States of America (Navy)
COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST (1987-1992)