DARRELL EZELL
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Hardworking, compassionate and reliable paraprofessional with a strong ability in assisting and motivating clients and team members. Knowledgeable in evidence based approaches and communicating effectively. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality. A willing spirit to go above and beyond to meet the organization needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Connected to Lead
09.2025 - Current
- Counseled students regarding educational issues such as truancy, study habits and career planning.
- Shadowed experienced youth-focused professionals to learn about processes, compliance requirements and successful strategies.
- Created safe, fun environment for children and teens attending special programs through Connected to Lead programming.
Program Coordinator/Substance Abuse Counselor
La Cada
10.2023 - Current
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients to appropriate resources.
- Introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Oversaw staff assignments to handle programming demands.
Substance Abuse Specialist
St Joseph Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol use issues.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Advocated for client needs and funding for at-risk groups.
- Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
Floor Technician
SSG/ Project 180
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Security Site Supervisor
Prudent Security
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
- Wrote and submitted daily reports on security team operations.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
Education
Associate of Arts - Human Services Psychology
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA12-2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Behaviaral And Social Sciences
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA12.2024
Certified: Alcohol And Drug Counselor I - Addiction Counseling
CCAPP
Los Angeles, CA06-2024
Associate of Arts - Human Services/ Addiction Studies
Los Angeles City College
855 Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 9002906-2023
Certified Teen Mental Health First Aid Instructor - Mental Health First Aid
National Council For Mental Wellbeing
Washington03-2026
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Client relationships
- Case management
- Patient advocacy
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Policy adherence
- Conflict resolution
- Ethical judgment
- Crisis intervention
- Workflow management
- Community outreach
Affiliations
Human Services Student Association(HUSSA)
President-CSUDH
Certification
- Certified Teen Mental Health First Aid Instructor
- Certified Wellness Coach
- CADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- PCNX, La CADA - June 2024
- Supervisor Training for Homeless Service Providers-Homeless Health Care Los Angeles-April 2024
Timeline
Intern
Connected to Lead
09.2025 - Current
Program Coordinator/Substance Abuse Counselor
La Cada
10.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Specialist
St Joseph Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
Floor Technician
SSG/ Project 180
06.2021 - 07.2022
Security Site Supervisor
Prudent Security
11.2019 - 04.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Behaviaral And Social Sciences
Los Angeles City College
Certified: Alcohol And Drug Counselor I - Addiction Counseling
CCAPP
Associate of Arts - Human Services/ Addiction Studies
Los Angeles City College
Associate of Arts - Human Services Psychology
Los Angeles City College
Certified Teen Mental Health First Aid Instructor - Mental Health First Aid
National Council For Mental Wellbeing