Drug Counselor Resume

A drug counselor provides counseling to drug addicts individually or in groups. He explains the ill-effects of addictions and risks of life. He plays the role of a friend, philosopher and guide while counseling the addicts. As a counselor, he needs to have a sound knowledge of the hazardous effects of drugs and alcohol consumption on human body. The job holder should also know the ways to overcome these addictions and should have a knack to tell the addict how de-addiction would make life better and merrier. In addition, the person must also be familiar with nutritional food that can help combat the side-effects of drugs. It is the duty of the drug counselor to help the addict regain his confidence and have a positive frame of mind.

A job application for a drug counselor position must show the person knowledgeable about psychology, sociology, and the way rehabilitation centers work. In addition, it must also show the applicant as a patient, empathetic, and tolerant individual.

Drug Counselor Resume Example

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Brett O. Quezada
984 Gambler Lane
Houston, TX 77006
Phone: 281-967-3334
Email: boquezada@freemail.com

Career Objective:

Drug addiction in youth has become a major problem across the world that is jeopardizing the future of a nation and hampering economical progress. I want to contribute my skills as a drug counselor and help addict in cutting the habit of drug consumption by providing them counseling and treatment in a rehabilitation center.

Summary of Skills:

• Experience in counseling drug and alcohol addicts
• Ability to perform analysis and crisis intervention
• Strong knowledge of ill-effects on a person's mind and body
• Sound knowledge of several psychosocial theories and psychosocial functioning
• Ability to screen, train, and educate patients
• Excellent communication skills with abilities to schedule and follow up counseling
• Licensed drug and alcohol counselor and a teetotaler

Work Experience:

Drug Addiction Counselor
Fit and Fine Health Care Center, Houston, TX
March 2014 - Present

• Identifying addictive behaviors of clients and counseling them to overcome their drug addiction problems
• Assessing the problems and drug intake procedures
• Creating and monitoring individual treatment plan and drafting weekly and monthly reports
• Holding motivational speech session and educating people on the side-effects of drugs
• Collaborating with nutritionist and advising protein-rich food for developing internal capacity
• Promoting healthy lifestyles optimum food intake and moderate exercise through lectures and workshops
• Working with leaders of civil institutions and organizing drug education programs

Drug Addiction Counselor
St. Patrick Health Center, Houston, TX
May 2012 - February 2014

• Conducted workshops on de-addiction programs
• Conducted counseling sessions as a part of a group therapy as well as for individuals
• Delivered several lectures on 'Say No to Drugs' and advocated the importance of moderate physical exercise and optimum food intake
• Conducted weekend workshops to promote good habits and daily meditation
• Prepared handbooks and pamphlets explaining the importance of life with no addictions
• Updated knowledge on latest medical treatment offered for drug addictions
• Evaluated individuals' mental and physical health, and modified treatment options

Education:

• Addiction Counselor Certification Course
  All-Care Institute, Houston, TX
  2011

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
  Hope College, Houston, TX
  2010

Reference:

On request.