Carl Pauls
White Rock,BC
Summary
Patient, compassionate Addiction Counselor with 25 years in helping people rediscover best versions of themselves. Worked with treatment teams to develop and implement effective plans for diverse groups of patients. Built rapport with individuals struggling with addiction and supported patients through entire process from intake through graduation from program.
Four years working at Salvation Army have provided a new perspective for those who are lost.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Addictions Counselor
Self-Employed
01.2010 - Current
Blessed to have a broad spectrum of patients. Worked with individuals and families on paid and pro bono basis.
Kettle Campaign Coordinator
Salvation Army
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Addictions Counselor
Realistic Recovery Society
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Person centered and motivational interviewing therapy
- Joining with my patient is core to the development and sustenance of a therapeutic relationship. Together, we focus on solutions, personal choice, responsibility, and meaningful growth.
Addiction Counselor
Edgewood
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in inpatient setting.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Addiction Counselor
Hazelden Centre for Youth and Families
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals for patients age 14 to 19.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
Education
Master of Arts - Addictions Counselling
08.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Conflict Resolution
05.2004
Skills
My goal as a clinician is to help my patients feel free I cultivate a safe and comfortable environment for them to bring their whole selves into treatment, as they are Together, we work to identify the ways in which they feel stuck and shift unhealthy patterns that keep them from moving forward
Whether it be for an acute issue or chronic stress, for symptom management or general exploration, I encourage my patients to both accept their authentic selves and also courageously change that which no longer serves them It is through this process that I believe they begin to better know who they are, identify what they want, and lead richer, more meaningful lives
An avid golfer
Enjoy applying the fundamentals to a challenging sport. A disciplined gym routine adds to the enjoyment.
Timeline
Kettle Campaign Coordinator - Salvation Army
10.2022 - 12.2022
Addictions Counselor - Realistic Recovery Society
02.2021 - 05.2022
Addictions Counselor - Self-Employed
01.2010 - Current
Addiction Counselor - Edgewood
06.2008 - 06.2010
Addiction Counselor - Hazelden Centre for Youth and Families
06.2006 - 06.2007
Hazelden Graduate School - Master of Arts, Addictions Counselling
University of Winnipeg - Bachelor of Arts, Conflict Resolution