Substance Abuse Applied Science

KELSEY GRACE

Longview, TX ***** 903-***-**** ******************@*****.***

SUMMARY

Compassionate counseling Intern with an applied science degree devoted to building and maintaining relationships, as well as implementing community services to promote client wellness. Experienced in chemical dependency and substance abuse. Adept at developing individualized treatment plans and performing thorough patient assessments. Current on CPR certifications and yearly CEUs.

SKILLS

Motivational Interviewing

First Aid/CPR

Defining Treatment Objectives

Community Resources

EXPERIENCE

05/2021 - 12/2022

Waitress

Cracker Barrel Restaurant Longview, TX

Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.

Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.

Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.

08/2021 - 03/2022

LCDC-Intern

Community Health Systems, CHS Longview, TX

Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with clients

Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.

Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.

Discussed with offenders how such issues as drug and alcohol abuse and anger management problems might have played roles in past criminal behavior

Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.

07/2018 - 11/2018

Phlebotomist

Diagnostic Clinic Longview, TX

Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.

Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.

04/2018 - 05/2018

Phlebotomy Intern

Henderson Family Medicine Henderson, TX

Onsite phlebotomy training 100 hours. Over 100 successful venipunctures.

02/2014 - 12/2015

Private Caregiver

Caring Companions At Home Tyler, TX

Assisted with Personal care: bathing, grooming, dressing, and exercise. Assisted with feedings: Preparing food and assisting in consuming food. House Keeping. Scheduling and transporting to doctor appointments

06/2011 - 12/2013

Administrative Assistant

Justin Simmons Construction LLC Longview, TX

Managed clerical needs of company employees, including copying, faxing and file management. Met incoming customers with professional approach and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance. Directed clients to appropriate personnel to address concerns, resolve complaints, or answer account-related questions.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

05/2022

Associate of Applied Science: Substance Abuse Counseling

Kilgore College Kilgore, TX

President's List Recipient

To be named to the President's List, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average and enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, excluding developmental classes.

Dean's List Recipient

Dean's List honorees must have at least a 3.5 GPA with at least 12 credit hours, excluding developmental classes.

2018

Phlebotomy

Kilgore College Kilgore, TX, United States

2014

Medical Billing and Coding

Vista College Longview, TX, United States

Graduated with a 4.0 GPA

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