Amber Bowie

• Organized and managed donations for shelter residents, such as clothing, food, and hygiene products.
• Assisted with the intake process by gathering information from clients and verifying eligibility for services.
• Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to individuals in need of assistance.
• Conducted safety checks of all areas of the facility while on duty.
• Counseled clients on a variety of topics including job search strategies, budgeting techniques, and housing options.
• Provided transportation to appointments or other necessary locations when requested by clients.
• Developed relationships with local community resources to ensure access to additional services for shelter residents.
• Inspected living quarters regularly for cleanliness standards according to established guidelines.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss best practices for helping individuals reach their goals.
• Educated volunteers on proper procedures related to working within a shelter environment.
• Compiled monthly reports summarizing the activities occurring at the facility during that period.
• Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
• Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
• Sat and talked with the clients about there personal life, where they are, where they would like to be
• Help the clients set personal goals to achieve each week
• Encouraged the clients to just take one day at a time and things will fall into place
• Made sure the clients had no Drug Paraphanilla on there persons as we are a Sober Shelter
• Prayed with the clients when they were felling down letting them know we were there for them as God was also.

• Provided crisis intervention services when needed during periods of emotional distress or mental health crises.
• Assessed client's living environment for safety hazards or any potential triggers that could lead to a relapse.
• Attended professional conferences, workshops, seminars related to addictions counseling.
• Coordinated case management services with outside agencies such as probation departments or court systems.
• Partnered with clients to inspire and help maintain positive life changes.
• Crisis Building
• Group Activities for developing Interpersonal Skills
• Improving Cultural Competence
• Preventing 5 Types of Relapse
• Relapse Prevention Accountability

• Provided individual counseling to clients with addictions issues.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions to discuss addiction-related topics.
• Conducted assessments of clients' substance use and mental health histories.
• Developed treatment plans tailored to each client's needs and goals.
• Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
• Educated clients on the risks associated with substance abuse.
• Collaborated with other professionals, such as psychiatrists or social workers, to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
• Maintained accurate records of all client interactions, including assessment results and treatment plans.
• Supported clients in developing strategies for managing cravings and avoiding relapse triggers.
• Conducted outreach activities in the community to raise awareness about addiction prevention and recovery resources available.
• Assisted clients in finding appropriate housing, employment opportunities, and other support services needed for recovery success.
• Participated in case reviews to evaluate effectiveness of current treatments and suggest changes when necessary.
• Provided crisis intervention services when needed during times of emotional distress or overwhelming stress.
• Advised family members on how best to support their loved ones struggling with addiction.
• Attended court hearings with clients who were facing criminal charges due to their substance use disorder.
• Provided education materials on healthy coping mechanisms that can replace substance use behaviors.
• Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
• Delivered expert therapeutic support to patients dealing with substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues.
• Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
• Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history.
• Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
• Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
• Discussed with offenders how such issues as drug and alcohol abuse and anger management problems might have played roles in past criminal behavior
• Partnered with clients to inspire and help maintain positive life changes.
• Peer Support Meetings
• 10 Weeks in Participating in Intensive and Structured Addiction and Mental Health Treatment
• Group Activities with Key Topics:

- Trama

- Mindfulness Skills

- Relapse Prevention

- Emotional Regulation

- Yoga

- Rec and Fitness Activities

- Outings and Day Passes