Adena Thomas Email & Phone Number

Intake assessments using outcomes and A SAM locIndividual counselingGroup counselingEstablished relationships within the community and judicial systemAided patients with the development of attainable and realistic treatment plansLead clinical review 2Advocated and supported patients when needed for courtProvided active and supportive listening to patientsSent progress reports to patient's probation officer's when requestedUtilized care, logic for billing and documentationWorks well with others, assertive communication, and can receive constructive criticism

Intake assessments with new patientsManaged own case load and handled scheduling patient's appointments with cliniciansWorks under clinical supervisor and was required weekly supervision for one hourCollaborates with patient to design achievable and attainable goals using treatment plan, works with patient and updates it according to patient's needs/wants at that timeProvides active listening and emotional support to patientsUtilizes software for billing and documentationProvides group counseling and individual sessionsAssesses patients using ASAM Level of Care

Aid client with barriers through early recoveryAide clients in maneuvering through cravings & encouraged the use of healthy coping skillsProvide linkage & support to clients for appointments in relation to legal obligations, & recovery related activitiesRelating to clients using my own experience, strength, & hopeDocument notes & use billing system accordingly using Care logic system

Help maneuver client with barriers through early recoveryAide clients in maneuvering through cravings & use helping coping skillsProvide linkage & support to clients for appointments, legal obligations, & recovery related activitiesRelating to clients using my own personal experience, strength, & hopeProviding encouragement to clientsFamiliar with Medicaid billing & providing notes after an appointment with clientProvide accountability to clients in a constructive mannerFamiliar with the specialized court dockets, (Re-entry court, Family Court, and MARC Court)

Assess client with a Case management assessment to decide clients need for case management servicesProvide linkage to client for local resourcesProvide support & go with clients to any major legal or appointments that require an advocateBudgetingProvide resources, linkage, support, &/or transportation for client to obtain employmentAssess client's treatment plan with case manager as goals are meant and meet with client based on client need

Aid client with barriers in early recoveryShare my experience in my personal recovery journey & lived experience with addiction/alcoholismIntroduce clients to a 12-step program (if they choose)Aide and connect them to correct resources as needed (case management)Introduce client to recovery community, sober activities