Substance Abuse Technician Resume Samples

Description :

1. Participated and maintained cases with client and in case conferences or staff meetings.
2. Counseled clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
3. Completed and maintained accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
4. Coordinated counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
5. Reviewed and evaluated clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
6. Interviewed clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.
7. Modified treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Master Of Arts In Professional Counseling

Description :

1. Supervised twenty clients and staff nurses on average during regular and non-operating hours.
2. Assisted clients in personal discussions and issues.
3. Responsible for creating and enforcing chore lists.
4. Maintained hourly log and other required documentation.
5. Updated records. Ensured clients were gathered on time for meals, daily sessions, off-site twelve step meetings and transported accordingly, to include medical appointments, pharmacies, haircuts, and duties as requested.
6. Maintained peace and order; supervised allowed movie/DVD activities.
7. Led daily psychoeducational groups, lasting one hour.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

A.A.S. In Human Services Technology

Description :

1. Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
2. Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints.
3. Facilitated a smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout their transitions.
4. Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
5. Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effect of employment and housing issues on mental health.
6. Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
7. Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor Of Arts In Applied Psychology

Description :

1. Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.
2. Administered daily 12 panel drug screenings.Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
3. Created and maintained all absentee calendars, agency nurse schedules and staff meeting minutes.
4. Maintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records.
5. Organized, updated and maintained over 200 patient charts.
6. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
7. Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Transported of clients to and from necessary appointments (meetings and facility-related activities).
2. Observed and monitored clients' behavior and intervene based on schedule, individual client's treatment plan and facility needs.
3. Facilitate assigned groups/meetings/activities per program schedule.
4. Documented observations in client records and ensure staff exchange of communication with shift report/documentation of morning/evening check in.
5. Attended and participated in staff meetings.
6. Ensured facility is aesthetically appropriate, including but not limited to trash removal, dish washing, general tidying up etc., checking shared areas and bedrooms for cleanliness.
7. Conducted admit to facility with new clients, including proper completion of our documentation in accordance with our policies and procedures, search of items and orientation of new client.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Bachelors Of Science In Psychology

Description :

1. Provided clients with unit and program orientation.
2. Observed urinalyses as needed on a daily basis.
3. Monitored clients activities (in-house and at meetings) to ensure compliance with facility rules and guidelines.
4. Transported clients to and from appointments and activities as necessary.
5. Facilitated institutional AA meetings as necessary.
6. Observed clients self-administration of medication.
7. Responded promptly to clients needs.
8. Reported any changes in clients behaviors, attitudes and progress to counselors.
9. Adhered to client confidentiality guidelines.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Associate Of Applied Science

Description :

1. Counseled and aided people requiring assistance with drug and alcohol abuse.
2. Interviewed clients and reviewed records and conferred with other professionals to evaluate the condition of client.
3. Monitored condition of client evaluated the success of treatment given at the facility.
4. Prepared and maintained reports and case histories.
5. Handled a switch board and directed multiple calls.
6. Charted on all the clients every hour, also took vital signs every hour as well.
7. Valued helping adults become sober and return to their families.
8. Enjoyed being a part of such a positive transition.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Associate In Criminal Justice

Description :

1. Supervising twenty clients and staff nurses on average during regular and non-operating hours.
2. Assisting clients in personal discussions and issues.
3. Responsible for creating and enforcing chore lists.
4. Maintained hourly log and other required documentation.
5. Updated records.
6. Ensured clients were gathered on time for meals, daily sessions, off-site twelve step meetings and transported accordingly, to include medical appointments, pharmacies, haircuts, and duties as requested.
7. Maintained peace and order; supervised allowed movie/DVD activities.
8. Led daily psychoeducational groups, lasting one hour.
9. Maintained positive, motivational demeanor with strong client support, concern and encouragement.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

A.A.S. In Human Services Technology; Substance Abuse Counseling

Description :

• Performed orientation, education, referral and record keeping functions.
• Responsible for processing and orientation of incoming clients and performed drug and alcohol screenings.
• Responsible for monitoring clients in a residential treatment facility to ensure recovery needs were met and responding to emergencies.
• Monitored what level of supplies and place orders with administration when necessary.
• Ensured that clients are up in time for morning check in/monitor clients and the evening curfew.
• Conducted admit to facility with new clients, including proper completion of our documentation in accordance with our policies and procedures, search of items and orientation of new client.
• Ensured facility is aesthetically appropriate, including but not limited to trash removal, dish washing, general tidying up etc. , checking shared areas and bedrooms for cleanliness.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

G.E.D. In Rehabilitative Counseling

Description :

1. Conducted group sessions.
2. Dealted with issues relating to physical abuse, substance abuse, and behavior management, mental and physical illness.
3. Established a therapeutic relationship with patients.
4. Maintained adequate working knowledge of local resources.
5. Educated clients about mental and physical illness, abuse, and medication.
6. Monitored client progress with respect to treatment goals.
7. Knowledged sets include Electronic mail software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

BSW In Social Work