Ariel Holt
Lewisburg,TN
Summary
Experienced addiction counselor in training for 3 years with 6 years of medical background providing individual and group counseling at an inpatient level of care. Required hours are complete for LADAC application for licensure. Dedicated to individualized client care for long term success of the client.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Buffalo Valley, Inc
03.2020 - Current
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Utilized 12 Step Program behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buffalo Valley, Inc.
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Provided education regarding new medications and diagnosis.
- Managed medication counts and pharmacy needs for a 75 client facility
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
ICU Unit Secretary
Maury Regional Medical Group
12.2012 - 10.2016
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornersville School
Cornersville, TN03.2011
Skills
- Community Outreach
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Empathy Development
- Intervention Planning
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Self-Care Strategies
- Addiction Recovery
- Group Facilitation
- Substance Use Screening
- Client Advocacy
- Relapse Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
Certification
- Certified in BLS since 2011
- Completed all domain hours for LADAC, pending application approval for testing
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Buffalo Valley, Inc
03.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buffalo Valley, Inc.
01.2015 - 03.2020
ICU Unit Secretary
Maury Regional Medical Group
12.2012 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Cornersville School
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