Shane Fender

Compassionate Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician with 3,000+ supervised clinical hours toward CCAPP CADC-I certification across detox, residential, and outpatient levels of care. Experienced in ASAM assessments, biopsychosocial interviews, treatment planning, group facilitation, crisis intervention, and relapse prevention education. Skilled in Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and KIPU EHR documentation.

Known for strong client rapport, ethical practice, and collaborative teamwork within multidisciplinary treatment environments.

Substance Use Counselor / Behavioral Health Technician at Everlast Recovery Centers (2024-11 – Present)

Provide substance use counseling and behavioral health support in a recovery treatment environment.

• Facilitate daily process and psychoeducational groups on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and coping skills
• Conduct client intakes, screenings, and program orientation
• Document treatment interventions and client progress using KIPU EHR
• Collaborate with counselors, medical staff, and case managers to support integrated treatment planning
• Provide client mentoring, crisis support, and transportation to recovery meetings and appointments

Counselor Intern / Behavioral Health Technician at Rebel New Life Treatment (2024-07 – 2024-11)

Supported counseling and behavioral health services in a substance use treatment program.

• Assisted with ASAM assessments, biopsychosocial interviews, and treatment planning
• Facilitated therapeutic groups focused on relapse prevention and insight development
• Documented client participation, behaviors, and clinical observations

Counselor Intern at Hemet Valley Recovery Center & Sage Retreat (2024-03 – 2024-04)

Provided counseling internship experience in recovery group facilitation and clinical documentation.

• Co-facilitated recovery groups focused on goal setting and relapse prevention
• Assisted with clinical documentation and coordinated care with treatment staff

Counselor Intern / Behavioral Health Technician at Reviving You Recovery (2024-01 – 2024-03)

Provided counseling internship and behavioral health support in a recovery program.

• Conducted client screenings, intake interviews, and program orientation
• Completed behavioral observations and documentation using KIPU EHR
• Supported clients through program structure, transportation, and recovery support

CCAPP-Approved Substance Use Counselor Program in Substance Use Counseling – HealthStaff Training Institute

High School Diploma – Alessandro High School