As a registered substance use disorder counselor, I helped clients overcome addiction through individual and group counseling, assessed their needs to create personalized treatment plans, monitored their progress, collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support, and educated clients and families about addiction and recovery.

Working within student affairs and the basic needs department, I helped to empower college students to achieve academic success by guiding them in exploring their interests, setting goals, and crafting personalized learning plans. Provided expert academic advising and course selection to ensure graduation requirements were met. Assisted students in navigating the college application and financial aid processes. Proactively monitored student progress, identified academic hurdles, and connected… Show more Working within student affairs and the basic needs department, I helped to empower college students to achieve academic success by guiding them in exploring their interests, setting goals, and crafting personalized learning plans. Provided expert academic advising and course selection to ensure graduation requirements were met. Assisted students in navigating the college application and financial aid processes. Proactively monitored student progress, identified academic hurdles, and connected them with appropriate support resources. Championed student success and well-being by fostering collaboration between students, faculty, staff, and parents. Show less

In a residential treatment center, I empowered residents to overcome addiction through individual and group counseling, fostering the development of healthy coping mechanisms. Conducted in-depth assessments to tailor treatment plans for each resident within the structured residential environment. Monitored progress, documented outcomes, and maintained meticulous case records for continuity of care. Collaborated extensively with other counselors, case managers and members of care team to deliver… Show more In a residential treatment center, I empowered residents to overcome addiction through individual and group counseling, fostering the development of healthy coping mechanisms. Conducted in-depth assessments to tailor treatment plans for each resident within the structured residential environment. Monitored progress, documented outcomes, and maintained meticulous case records for continuity of care. Collaborated extensively with other counselors, case managers and members of care team to deliver a comprehensive and unified treatment approach. Educated residents and their families on substance use disorders, the recovery journey, and the significance of long-term support. Show less