Arthur Strafuss
Dynamic counselor with 6+ years of experience in substance disorder recovery
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Dynamic counselor with 6+ years of experience in substance disorder recovery. Demonstrates ability in evidence-based interventions, group and individual counseling, EHR documentation, and HIPAA compliance. Proven skills in motivational interviewing and CBT while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Experience
Counselor at Health Care Resources Centers (2022-07 – 2026-02)
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients recovering from substance use disorders using evidence-based therapies including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered approaches.
- Conducted comprehensive clinical sessions and intake assessments, developing and implementing client-centered treatment plans.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation and records in compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards, utilizing electronic health records (EHR).
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, including gender-specific recovery groups and mindfulness meditation groups, to promote client wellbeing and recovery.
- Monitored and reported on treatment progress, including active treatment updates, urine analysis (UA)/drug screening, and dosing schedules.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care for clients.
Outreach Counselor at Open Sky Community Services (2022-01 – 2022-07)
- Conducted weekly home visits to provide counseling and support for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders.
- Coordinated care by checking medication adherence and ensuring clients attended necessary appointments.
- Facilitated placement for homeless clients through collaboration with local organizations and resources.
- Provided addiction counseling and assessed clients for referral to higher levels of care as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated with multidisciplinary teams to support client outcomes.
- Provided weekly home-based counseling for clients with substance use and mental health disorders.
- Ensured medication adherence and appointment attendance through regular client check-ins.
- Assisted homeless clients in securing placements via local organizations.
- Conducted addiction counseling and recommended higher levels of care when proper.
- Kept documentation to support care coordination and compliance.
Professor at Wentworth Institute of Technology (2015-12 – 2021-05)
- Designed and taught data structure design courses, programming, mentoring first-generation students and veterans transitioning to college life.
Volunteer at Chaplains on the Way (2011 – 2020)
- Volunteered for homeless ministry, cooked at the day center, helped with the instruction of Mindfulness Meditation, visited homeless families, and tutored high school students.
- Lobbied the Massachusetts Legislature for increased support for homeless families, children, and veterans.
Instructor at New England Center and Home for Veterans (2014 – 2018)
- Taught Computer Repair and Maintenance through Fisher College.
- Taught basic English and Technical Writing as well as professional development.
Former State Chairmen for Homeless Veterans and Families at American Legion (2013 – 2020)
- Coordinated the Clothing Donation drive.
- Provided information to homeless veterans on VA and State benefit programs.
Flight Crew, Evaluator, Trainer, Drug and Alcohol Squadron Counselor at United States Navy
2 Years
Education
Addictions Counselor Certificate in Addiction Counseling – Middlesex Community College (2019-08 – 2022-05)
Master of Education in Instructional Design, and Assessment – University of Massachusetts (2004-08 – 2007-12)
Bachelor in Computer Science – Wentworth Institute of Technology (1980-01 – 1984-12)
