Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor-Intern
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D. DE’ANDRA KELLY
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Efficient Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor-Intern, skilled in patient assessments and treatment plan implementation. Recognized for strong interpersonal communication and advanced project management skills, effectively coordinating care and enhancing service quality, and committed to compliance and fostering collaborative relationships within multidisciplinary teams. With exceptional leadership skills, I excel in motivating teams, delegating tasks effectively, and providing support to achieve organizational goals. With over 45 years of broad industry experience spanning healthcare, finance, legal, government, nonprofit, pharmaceutical, engineering, aerospace, and education. I am technically savvy, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and I thrive in high-pressure environments. I am adept at juggling multiple tasks and welcoming responsibility. My career goal is to leverage my skills in program management and strategic planning to drive impactful change and growth within an organization.
SKILLS
Strong interpersonal communication.
Excellent verbal & written communication.
Proficiency in collaboration and delegation of duties.
Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills with impeccable multitasking abilities.
Knowledgeable about State and local laws governing housing.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to become familiar with firm-specific programs and software.
EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS
Master of Science in Addiction Counseling Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) - Exp: 2028
Grand Canyon University (2011 - 2013) Certified Grief Counselor (CGC) - Exp: 2026
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Walden University 2009 - (2011)
WORK HISTORY
License Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) March 2025 – Present
MedMark Treatment Center (Medication Assisted Treatment) Fort Worth, TX
Provide treatment and casework services to patients.
Provide timely documentation of patient services based on the plan of care.
Identify other physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs for assigned patients.
Manage related expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with the company’s budget. Travel as necessary.
License Chemical Dependency Counselor – I (LCDC-Intern) August 2023 – September 2024
A.B.O.D.E. (Residential Addiction Treatment Center) White Settlement, TX
Assist individual patients in defining the problems that they are experiencing.
Use information gained from counseling sessions to diagnose patients.
Create treatment plans that will help the patient move past their problems.
Maintain confidential records.
Provide resources/referrals to patients who are discharged.
Core Program Supervisor II March 2017 – August 2022
AspiraNet- Transitional Housing Program – Non-Minor Dependent (THP-NMD) Fresno, CA
Recruit, coach, orient, provide daily supervision, and participate in the management performance of direct care staff and volunteers.
Coordinate, execute, and evaluate administrative and operational functions to meet program goals and objectives, consistent with the agency’s Strategic Plan.
Provide support and intervention to supervisees when needed.
Oversee compliance and accuracy of all service notes, case notes, documentation, and forms.
Monitor the quality and timely submission of required documentation.
Conduct and prepare necessary documentation for all incidents, grievances, and complaints.
Participate in and conduct program-related trainings.
Prepare and conduct timely, accurate evaluations of employees.
In the absence of assigned direct care staff, provide direct service as per program guidelines, including but not limited to weekly case contact with youth to conduct assessments and screenings to ensure that identified needs and safety issues are attended to via appropriate and timely referrals, follow-up, and safety planning.
Act as a liaison and maintain positive and professional relationships with partnering agencies.
Maintain effective, professional public relations, developing and enhancing relationships with the community and partners
Serve as Agency spokesperson at community meetings and networking events.
Establish collaborative partnerships with landlords and housing authorities through research, outreach presentations, making appointments, in-person meetings, and continued communication to further develop the positive relationship.
Perform additional duties as assigned by and in support of the agency.
Program Director April 2011 – July 2015
Turning Point of Central California, Inc. - Family Villa Fresno, CA
Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive homeless services policies, best practices, and procedure guidelines in compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) permanent housing program for homeless families.
Supervise, hire, and evaluate program management.
Ensure that Program Coordinators meet their responsibilities for overseeing their program and are in compliance with policies, procedures, budget, and supervision of staff, laws, and regulations.
Ensure fiscal integrity and fiscal control in all programs. Ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with all funding sources.
Ensure all program staff are trained on policies and procedures. Monitor for compliance, reviews, and updates annually.
Ensure timely and accurate data management as required by funding sources, central administration, and finance. Ensure reporting deadlines are met.
Build and develop positive collaborations with other agencies and service providers and attend any necessary community meetings.
Compliance Specialist/Executive Assistant June 2010 – April 2011
Fresno Career Development Institute, Inc. Fresno, CA
Assist Compliance Director in ensuring compliance and appropriateness with respect to matters involving human resources, procurement, grant administration, grant proposal writing, charter renewal and modification, school Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, teachers’ certification, lease agreements, vendor relations, employee relations, and public relations.
Assist with establishing and maintaining correct central records depository, policy development, files, personnel records, student records, transcripts, Board minutes, and other documents.
Department of Transportation (DOT) June 2006 – May 2010
Executive Assistant – (Contractor) Washington, DC
Exercise knowledge of the Associate Administrator’s (AA) policies and views on all significant matters affecting the office.
Performed administrative duties, scheduling meetings, research, special projects, preparing reports, presentations, and speeches for the Civil Rights Division.
Prepared correspondence, schedules, and maintained the AA’s calendar, conferences, and reserved rooms for meetings.
Scheduled travel and ensured that travel orders and other travel documents were prepared accurately and complied with department regulations.
Monitored and tracked reports, studies, and special projects.
USDA Office of Civil Rights, September 2002 – June 2005
Sr. Administrative Assistant – (Contractor) Washington, DC
Responsible for assisting with the complaint referral process for fair housing complaints and preparing the appropriate notices to parties involved.
Prepared technical reports using correct grammar and punctuation.
Problem solved and answered questions concerning fair housing programs.
Performed intake assessment and/or investigation, conciliation, and resolution of highly sensitive, complex, and difficult allegations of discrimination related to housing and the failure to provide economic opportunities.
Explained the complaint process and ensured that complaints filed were procedurally and technically correct.
Assisted in the investigative compliance activities relating to the processing of complaints.
Participated in interviewing complainants and in summarizing information acquired for housing discrimination complaints.
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