Maintained certification in drug and alcohol counseling, ensuring knowledge of best practices and compliance.
Facilitated group sessions that encouraged peer support and shared experiences among individuals in recovery.
Developed individualized care plans based on client needs, promoting personalized recovery strategies.
In Home Health Care Provider
Compati
11.2024 - Current
Facilitated daily living activities by assisting clients with personal care tasks.
Prepared nutritious meals tailored to client dietary needs and preferences.
Managed laundry and light housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Administered wound care to promote healing and prevent infection in clients.
Provided support with toiletry needs to ensure client comfort and dignity.
Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes to healthcare professionals as needed.
Treatment Technician/ Counselor
Gateway Rehabilitation Center/ Lighthouse for Women
10.2022 - 10.2024
Facilitated daily living activities, enhancing patients' engagement in recovery processes.
Conducted individual therapy sessions, fostering personal insights and coping strategies for patients.
Led group therapy sessions, promoting community support and shared experiences among participants.
Maintained thorough documentation of patient interactions, ensuring compliance with treatment protocols.
Coordinated transportation for patients to external recovery activities, supporting their holistic treatment approach.
Educated patients on mental health and substance abuse issues, empowering informed decision-making.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to tailor treatment plans based on patient needs.
Counselor
MedMark Treatment Centers
05.2023 - 05.2024
Intake assessments, Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol counseling, referral implementation, treatment planning, documentation. Keeping updates of all program requirements and group therapy sessions.
Customer Service Representative
Observer-Reporter
07.2020 - 05.2024
Answer multi phones lines to assist customers with delivery and billing solutions. Data entry. Keeping daily log of all customer interactions. Collect information to better assist company with customer needs. Maintained a level of excellence that made me the top rep for over 3 years.
Residential Support Staff
Washington City Mission
07.2021 - 02.2023
Monitor all daily resident activities, security rounds to ensure clients are safe and accounted for, urinalysis. Keep shift logs of all daily activities.
Counselor Supervisor
Three Rivers Youth
10.2017 - 06.2020
1 on 1 Counseling/Therapy sessions for at risk youth females. Report to all Judicial authority’s progress of clients. Report to all county agencies involved in client care (CYF, Probation, schools). Keep record of all interaction with clients. Attend all proceedings court and otherwise.
Administrative Assistant
An Amazing Personal Care Corp
08.2015 - 01.2020
Managed and maintained executive calendars, scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements Maintained office supplies inventory by anticipating needs and placing orders in a timely manner. Screened phone calls and emails for executives, providing accurate information or redirecting inquiries to appropriate staff members. Created efficient filing systems both electronically and physically to ensure easy retrieval of important documents. Assisted with the onboarding process of new employees by preparing necessary paperwork and coordinating orientation sessions. Handled sensitive information with utmost confidentiality while always maintaining data integrity.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Behavioral Science
Bellevue University
Remote
12.2025
Certification - Drug & Alcohol Counselor
CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2024
Associate degree - Social Work
CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2024
Associate degree - General Studies
CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2016
Skills
Communication skills
Crisis Intervention
Interviewing
Customer service
Motivational Interviewing
De-escalation techniques
Crisis Management
Practicing as a mental health professional
Experience as a mental health professional (16-20 years)
Trauma-focused therapy
Experience with individuals with co-occurring disorders
Telehealth therapy
Progress documentation
Group therapy
Supervisor experience
Child protective services
Psychotherapy
Time management
Team development
Child & Family Counseling
Person-Centered Therapy
Care documentation
Workforce development
Medication Administration
Assisting with ADLs
Clinical counseling
Trauma response
Experience with individuals with cognitive disabilities
Early childhood education
Substance abuse
Experience with children
Intake
Behavior Management
Outpatient
Leadership
Grief counseling
Adolescents
Experience with individuals with substance use disorders
Supervising experience
Conflict resolution in therapy
Direct support
Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
Process group therapy facilitation
Case Management
Individual therapy
Documentation Review
Mental Health Counseling
Social Work
Rehabilitation counseling
Group home
Management
Working with people with autism
Group facilitation in therapy
Working with people experiencing homelessness
Child welfare
Managing mental health clients
Largest number of mental health clients managed simultaneously (11-25 clients)
Experience with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Home health
Program Development
Grief and loss group facilitation
Patient care
Intake Experience
Working with adult populations
Addiction medicine
Computer skills
Behavioral Therapy
Working with people with disabilities
Behavioral health
Individual / Group Counseling
Crisis intervention counseling
Safety plans
Client assessment in therapy
Treatment planning
PTSD Care
Addiction Counseling
Art therapy
Public health
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Working with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds
Conflict Management
Clinical documentation standards
Working with people with developmental disabilities
Evidence-based practice
Program management
Organizational skills
Care plans
Discharge planning
Gender issues counseling
Experience working with student
Certification
Certified Peer Specialist
Timeline
In Home Health Care Provider
Compati
11.2024 - Current
Counselor
MedMark Treatment Centers
05.2023 - 05.2024
Treatment Technician/ Counselor
Gateway Rehabilitation Center/ Lighthouse for Women