Samantha Dowden
Louisa
Summary
Diligent and driven to improve productivity through schedule and calendar management and the delivery of recovery services. With 14 years of relevant experience, complemented by a strong educational background and practical knowledge, I am dedicated, reliable, and detail-oriented. I am a hardworking team player with excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with diverse colleagues and clients. I bring experience, resilience, and compassion to the recovery field, with a proactive and organized approach and a strong commitment to teamwork.
Overview
94
94
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Services Program Coordinator
The Millard College
01.2023 - Current
- Will oversee all aspects of the Human Services Program
- This includes providing recommendations related to online/physical learning resources
- Conduct regular program assessment and improvement
- Coordinate/advise regarding program library needs Coordinate adjunct needs Conduct tutoring as needed Conduct academic advising as needed
- Certifications/Licensure
- M.Ed
- LPCA
- BA
- CADC
- A.A
- ICPR Teach two to three courses per Term Participate in student/academic assessment Perform other duties as assigned The ability to work remotely.
Licensed Professional Counselor
11.1930 - 10.2024
Peer Support Coordinator/Manager
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Teach Kentucky-mandated 40-hour APSS training classes and administer testing
- Complete OPEX inspections in various centers for ARC
- Review scheduling and coverage including telehealth services
- Review and correspond with PSS for certification compliance including CEUs and Supervision
- Teach and review the PSS curriculum
- Facilitate PSS group, individual, and relapse prevention services
- Provide services to help ARC PSS with applications for
- ADC board Registered Alcohol and Drug Registered PSS and
- TCADC, and CADC-1 applications
- Run ARC PSS direct time and efficiency reports
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
KentuckyAdult Peer Specialist
ARC
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted others through dynamic relationships built on
- Trust, determining the correct diagnosis, and devising treatment plans
- Utilized effective listening and interpersonal skills
- Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on all information related to individuals
- Shared details regarding recovery and wellness principles focused on helping others struggling to stay focused on personal recovery journeys
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground, and building relationships
- Created new programs that resulted in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction
- Evaluated patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine the correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans
- Schedule and calendar management
- Support services
- Document control
- Substance abuse education
- Schedule and calendar management
- Support services
- Document control
- Substance abuse education
- Peer support services
Education
Master of Education - Concentration Substance Abuse Counseling And Human Development
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services And Professional Counseling
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY08.2021
Associate of Science - Accounting And Office Management
Huntington Business College
Huntington, WV05.2003
Skills
- Diligent and driven to improve productivity through schedule and calendar management and the delivery of recovery services With 14 years of relevant experience, complemented by a strong educational background and practical knowledge, I am dedicated, reliable, and detail-oriented I am a hardworking team player with excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with diverse colleagues and clients I bring experience, resilience, and compassion to the recovery field, with a proactive and organized approach and a strong commitment to teamwork
- Family therapy
- Career guidance
- Behavior modification
- Mental health assessment
- Substance abuse counseling
- Behavior monitoring
- Solution-focused counseling
- Interventions
- Care planning
- Case management and documentation
- Addictions specialist
- Project coordination
- Community building
- Training coordination
- Staff development
Certifications And Licensure
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, 11/30/2023
- Licensed Professional Counselor, 10/28/2024
Timeline
Human Services Program Coordinator
The Millard College
01.2023 - Current
Peer Support Coordinator/Manager
01.2021 - 01.2023
KentuckyAdult Peer Specialist
ARC
01.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services And Professional Counseling
Lindsey Wilson College
Associate of Science - Accounting And Office Management
Huntington Business College
Master of Education - Concentration Substance Abuse Counseling And Human Development
Lindsey Wilson College
Licensed Professional Counselor
11.1930 - 10.2024
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