Jacob Kestler Email and Phone Number

Adolescent Chemical Dependency Counselor (2014)- Interview, correspond and report progress to referring Probation Officers, Judges, Physicians and Child Services Representatives - Perform intake and assessment of new clients and complete requireddocumentation and record-keeping- Provide intensive out-patient drug and alcohol counseling and therapy for addiction, anger management, gambling abuse and trauma - Generate data driven reports to monitor progress, make evidence-based treatment decisions, and inform stakeholders - Represent LCADA in the community by attending events to educate public on addiction and drug use in Lorain County and increase awareness of services available- Employee Outreach Committee Representative of Adolescent Department tasked with formulating and presenting solutions of any issues to board membersCommunity Educator/Resource Developer (2014 – Present) -Co-developed Lorain County Community College Recovery Center LCADA partnership with Lorain County Community College (LCCC) -Guest lecturer at Lorain County Community College Faculty Professional Development Seminar Referral Satisfaction Specialist, Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services (LCADA) (Winter 2013-Spring 2014)Surveyed >200 professionals to gauge satisfaction regarding client referrals, quantified and compiled data utilizing Excel to analyze results and develop a comprehensive report with strategies for service improvement