Profile
CASAC-T counselor who genuinely believes in Cazenovia Recovery's mission of empowering individuals to pursue substance-free lives and reach their full potential. Approaches each interaction with consistency, accountability, and respect, whether it's a breakthrough moment in counseling or the third time explaining the breathalyzer policy before 9 AM. Committed to strengthening the local community one interaction at a time through steady support, ethical practice, and the kind of patient persistence this work demands.
Work Experience
Clinical Services Specialist II
2020 - Present
Cazenovia Recovery Inc.
- Provide individual counseling, admissions support, group facilitation, and caseload management within a residential reintegration program.
- Develop, review, and maintain service plans, discharge plans, and clinical documentation in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards.
- Support daily program operations through referral coordination, crisis response, and collaboration with staff to promote resident stability and successful community reintegration.
Laborer
2018 - 2020
Home Depot
- Stocked and organized freight during overnight shifts to ensure store readiness.
- Maintained inventory accuracy and followed safety procedures.
- Met productivity goals through consistent attendance, teamwork, and dependable performance.
Laborer | Safety Committee Member
2012 - 2018
Modern Disposal
- Performed residential and commercial waste collection while adhering to strict safety and sanitation standards.
- Served on the Safety Committee, supporting safe work practices and hazard awareness.
- Maintained consistent attendance, teamwork, and reliable performance in physically demanding conditions.
Education
Associate's Degree in Human Services
Niagara County Community College
Expected Graduation: Fall 2026
GPA: 3.86 / 4.0
Dean's List Honors
Skills
Caseload Management
Individual Counseling
Group Facilitation
Treatment & Discharge Planning
Clinical Documentation
Trauma-Informed Care
Crisis Response
Regulatory Compliance (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA)
Motivational Interviewing
Tech Wizardry
References
James Cunningham
Clinical Specialist - CASAC
Cazenovia Recovery