A Substance Abuse Technician works under the direct supervision of a medical professional, and help patients on the substance or drug abuse and addiction issues. A well-written Substance Abuse Technician Resume describes the following core duties – admitting and discharging patients; administering group therapy sessions; observing and recording the behavior of patients; assisting patients with their day-to-day meals and hygiene, organizing counseling programs; and helping clients develop their vocational skills so that they can lead a healthy life.
Technicians for this field should possess a wide range of traits such as outstanding listening skills, excellent crisis management skills, compassion to work for a long time, motivating skills, the ability to deal with aggressive clients, competent in computer skills, effective communications, etc. Aspiring candidates need to possess a high school diploma or GED. Some states demand a relevant associate or graduate degree.
Summary : Currently a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate . Over seven years providing mental health and psychological services. Through my experience, have gained the responsibilities of diagnostic assessment and direct treatment for individual , family and group psychotherapy.
Skills : Basic Nursing Case management Treatment and.
Description :
Participated and maintained cases with client and in case conferences or staff meetings.
Counseled clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
Completed and maintained accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
Coordinated counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
Reviewed and evaluated clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
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.
Modified treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Master Of Arts
Substance Abuse Technician III Resume
Objective : Graduated an Associates' Degree in Human Services Technology, concentrating in Substance Abuse Management. During schooling also earned the Certificate in Human Services Technology/Substance Abuse Management. Passion is to make differences in lives that have been blemished by substance abuse, domestic violence or traumatic life events.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Work Well Under Pressure, Counseling, Intern, Treatment Center SAB Tech, People Management, Conflict Resolution, Human Resources, Supervision, Management .
Description :
Supervised twenty clients and staff nurses on average during regular and non-operating hours.
Assisted clients in personal discussions and issues.
Responsible for creating and enforcing chore lists.
Maintained hourly log and other required documentation.
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.
Maintained peace and order; supervised allowed movie/DVD activities.
Led daily psychoeducational groups, lasting one hour.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
A.A.S. In Human Services
Substance Abuse Technician II Resume
Summary : Dedicated Mental Health Professional with 13 years of work in the mental health, social services and substance abuse fields. Extensively trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, co-occurring disorders, and crisis prevention intervention.
Skills : Healthcare, Patient Care, Mental Health.
Description :
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints.
Facilitated a smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout their transitions.
Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effect of employment and housing issues on mental health.
Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BA In Applied Psychology
Substance Abuse Technician I Resume
Headline : A highly organized and independent individual. Able to effectively coordinate tasks to accomplish projects with timeliness and creativity. Also a very well organized, detail-oriented, and conscientious self-starter, able to strategize and prioritize effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and stay calm under extreme pressure.
Skills : Excel, Microsoft word, exstensive nursing background, forward thinking, and excellent communication . Marketing, critcal thinking, teachable, and team player.
Description :
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.
Administered daily 12 panel drug screenings.Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
Created and maintained all absentee calendars, agency nurse schedules and staff meeting minutes.
Maintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records.
Organized, updated and maintained over 200 patient charts.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Science
Sr. Substance Abuse Technician Resume
Headline : Substance Abuse Technician is responsible for providing assessment, intervention and referral services to individuals with substance abuse problems.
Skills : Basic Life Support, Crisis Prevention Institute, Critical Incident Stress Management, Traumatic Brain Injury.
Description :
Transported of clients to and from necessary appointments (meetings and facility-related activities).
Observed and monitored clients' behavior and intervene based on schedule, individual client's treatment plan and facility needs.
Facilitate assigned groups/meetings/activities per program schedule.
Documented observations in client records and ensure staff exchange of communication with shift report/documentation of morning/evening check in.
Attended and participated in staff meetings.
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.
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
BS In Psychology
Jr. Substance Abuse Technician Resume
Objective : To become a positive asset within a company that will recognize several years of customer service, dedicated work ethic, team orientation, and provide future professional growth.
Skills : Experienced with tools,machinery,and crisis prevention intervention.
Description :
Provided clients with unit and program orientation.
Observed urinalyses as needed on a daily basis.
Monitored clients activities (in-house and at meetings) to ensure compliance with facility rules and guidelines.
Transported clients to and from appointments and activities as necessary.
Facilitated institutional AA meetings as necessary.
Observed clients self-administration of medication.
Responded promptly to clients needs.
Reported any changes in clients behaviors, attitudes and progress to counselors.
Adhered to client confidentiality guidelines.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate Of Applied Science
Assistant Substance Abuse Technician Resume
Objective : Over 28 years of experience as a Professional Security Officer. Seeking a full time or permanent in-house position with a prominent company with benefits and advancement opportunities. Experienced as a bouncer, bodyguard, armed, unarmed, commercial, residential, industrial, special events, plain clothes and loss prevention officer.
Skills : Proficient In Business, MS Office.
Description :
Counseled and aided people requiring assistance with drug and alcohol abuse.
Interviewed clients and reviewed records and conferred with other professionals to evaluate the condition of client.
Monitored condition of client evaluated the success of treatment given at the facility.
Prepared and maintained reports and case histories.
Handled a switch board and directed multiple calls.
Charted on all the clients every hour, also took vital signs every hour as well.
Valued helping adults become sober and return to their families.
Enjoyed being a part of such a positive transition.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate In Criminal Justice
Substance Abuse Technician Resume
Objective : December 2015, I graduated from Wake Technical Community Colleges with an Associate Degree in Human Services Technology, concentrating in Substance Abuse Management. During my schooling I also earned the Certificate in Human Services Technology/Substance Abuse Management. My passion is to make differences in lives that have been blemished by substance abuse, domestic violence or traumatic life events.
Skills : Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Description :
Supervising twenty clients and staff nurses on average during regular and non-operating hours.
Assisting clients in personal discussions and issues.
Responsible for creating and enforcing chore lists.
Maintained hourly log and other required documentation.
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.
Maintained peace and order; supervised allowed movie/DVD activities.
Led daily psychoeducational groups, lasting one hour.
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
Assistant Substance Abuse Technician I Resume
Objective : Professional positions that will utilize present skills, while allowing to develop, broaden and refine skills and professional capacities.
Skills : Problem solving, research, clerical, management, organizing,.
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
Substance Abuse Technician Resume
Summary : RN in search of career opportunity with advancement. BSN with experience in a variety of critical care and educational settings.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Read, write and speak Spanish.
Description :
Conducted group sessions.
Dealted with issues relating to physical abuse, substance abuse, and behavior management, mental and physical illness.
Established a therapeutic relationship with patients.
Maintained adequate working knowledge of local resources.
Educated clients about mental and physical illness, abuse, and medication.
Monitored client progress with respect to treatment goals.
Knowledged sets include Electronic mail software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word.
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