Susan Plouhar
CLERMONT
Summary
Dedicated Rehabilitation Specialist experienced in utilizing the Therapeutic Community method for inmate rehabilitation. Managed a caseload of 20 inmates while conducting weekly court reports. Delivered classes on substance use triggers, family dynamics, and accountability, complemented by one-on-one sessions to support individual growth.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Counselor
Gateway
Katy
06.2015 - 06.2016
Addiction Counselor
Gateway @ Texas Department of Corrections
Katy
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided individual and group counseling to individuals suffering from addiction.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for clients in recovery.
- Assisted clients in developing personalized treatment plans and goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with substance abuse issues.
- Developed client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience and client histories.
- Conducted assessments of clients to identify problem areas and develop appropriate interventions.
- Educated clients about addiction and coping strategies during sessions.
- Facilitated support groups to encourage peer engagement and support.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during emergencies or relapses.
- Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
- Coordinated case management services with outside agencies such as probation departments or court systems.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case records.
- Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss client progress and coordinate interdisciplinary care plans.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.
- Encouraged clients to take responsibility for their recovery process by participating in self-help programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
- Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs.
- Discussed with offenders how such issues as drug and alcohol abuse and anger management problems might have played roles in past criminal behavior
Education
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Counseling
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA 09.2012 - 05.2015
Southfield Lathrup Senior High School
Southfield, MISkills
- Substance Use Disorders
- Substance abuse counseling
- Substance abuse education
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Individual counseling
- Group facilitation
- Crisis intervention
- Motivational interviewing
- Treatment planning
- Client assessment
- Case management
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Suicide risk assessment
- Behavior modification
- Behavioral modification
- Boundaries establishment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Community outreach
- Clinical documentation
- Documentation proficiency
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Goal setting
- Active listening
- Emotional intelligence
- Cultural competency
- Self-awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Individual therapy
Timeline
Addiction Counselor
Gateway
06.2015 - 06.2016
Addiction Counselor
Gateway @ Texas Department of Corrections
06.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Addiction Counseling
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
09.2012 - 05.2015
Southfield Lathrup Senior High School