Stephen Miller

Highly trained clinician seeking a position as an Addiction Therapist in the HUD VASH program.

Qualifications include knowledge gained in a Graduate level programs as well as experience obtained as an addiction clinician. I have experience working with adults in recovery during my tenure as a Psychology Technician, Drug Abuse Treatment Specialist and Opioid Treatment Program Clinician.

Experience with clients that have co-occurring disorders to include depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, and various Substance use disorders.

Triage Support Specialist - Youth Villages - Woburn, MA

(2019-11)

Part-time - 30hrs weekly

• Use computers for various applications, such as database management, word processing, and Excel.
• Answer phone calls from clients in crisis and assist them with problem solving.
• Use therapeutic techniques verbally de-escalate potentially dangerous situations and activate response ready staff as needed.
• Make recommendations and assist client with forming an action plan and utilizing a safety plan.
• Document content of phone calls and actions taken.
• Make referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Utilize appropriate techniques such as thought-distraction, restructured thinking, and breathing and relaxation.
• Audit charts

OTP Clinician - High Point Treatment Center - Brockton, MA

(2019-02)

Full-time 40 hrs weekly

• Formulate treatment plans based on client goals and aligned with Harm Reduction model
• Conduct individual counseling sessions utilizing CBT, DBT, Motivational interviewing and psychoeducation
• Facilitate group counseling sessions utilizing CBT, DBT, Motivational interviewing and psychoeducation
• Track and monitor progress for compliance and accountability.
• Complete various assessments such a suicide-risk, homicide-risk, HIV risk, and nicotine dependence.
• Educate the proper use of Narcan
• Collaborate with outside agencies and professionals to ensure the best care for client.
• Use various computer programs for the proper documentation of clinical functions.
• Collaborate with other agencies and professionals such as Physicians, Psychiatrists, case managers, probation officers, DCF social workers, insurance companies and homeless shelters
• Assist clients with problem solving and obtaining life skills and meeting transportation and housing needs.

IHT Clinician - Northeast Family Services - Norwood, MA

(2017-07 - 2019-02)

Full-time 40 hrs weekly

• Complete comprehensive assessments of families.
• Complete child and adolescent needs assessments on clients.
• Create safety plans for the family.
• Assist the family with identifying areas of need.
• Assist family with recognizing and utilizing strengths.
• Formulate treatment plans based on family strengths and needs.
• Conduct family therapy sessions in the client's home.
• Conduct individual therapy sessions in the home.
• Utilize computers for various applications, such as word processing and CareLogic for the proper documentation of clinical functions.
• Assist family's with skill building in areas of effective communication, parenting education, boundaries, behavioral management, emotional regulation
• Attend meetings with various agencies to include school personnel, community supports, Department of Children and Family, Foster parents, psychiatrists, psychologists, case managers, and family of client.

Assistant Director of Operations - Community Resources for Justice - Boston, MA

(2015-08 - 2016-09)

Full-time 40 hrs weekly

• Responsible for the supervision and operation of Coolidge and McGrath house 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
• Supervised staff on every shift weekly and provided feedback during each shift.
• Responsible for the safety and security of 130 male residents at Coolidge and 20 female residents at Mcgrath.
• Supervise Program Monitors - assist with hiring, staff discipline, training, and performance evaluations; prepare staff schedules; Facilitate staff meetings and participate in treatment team meetings.
• Oversee all facility related functions, repairs and daily maintenance, ensuring compliance with FBOP, ACA standards, and other contractual expectations.
• Ensure structure and accountability are maintained, resident service needs are addressed, and documentation and content of resident files is up to standards.
• Ensure appropriate disciplinary action is taken and appropriate procedures are followed, in accordance with FBOP, SCSD, and MA Parole requirements.
• Conduct monthly audits to ensure all medications are distributed properly, accounted for accurately, and all procedures are being followed.
• Ensure appropriate resident progress through program components and level privileges, from admission to eventual release/termination.
• Create and implement policies and procedures that will assist with a more efficient operation.
• Assessment committee member
• Conduct weekly staff supervision sessions to maintain accountability and quality control
• Facilitate monthly program meetings
• Conduct staff and resident investigations
• Conduct resident disciplinary hearings
• Review and track trainings to ensure staff compliance
• Responsible for ensuring new staff complete all new hire trainings
• Ensure staff communication, documentation, and professionalism are exceptional.
• Attend management trainings and seminars.

Drug Abuse Treatment Specialist - Federal Bureau of Prisons - Montgomery, AL

(2014-12 - 2015-05)

Full-time - 40hrs weekly

• Manage a case load of inmates diagnosed with various substance abuse disorders.
• Screen inmates to prioritize those most in need of drug education and drug treatment services.
• Formulate treatment plans for inmates
• Conduct individual counseling sessions
• Facilitate group counseling sessions.
• Utilize the computer and electronic medical record application for proper documentation of sessions.
• Interview, hire, and supervise the inmate orderlies within the psychology department.
• Assist the inmates with conflict-resolution.

Psychology Technician - Federal Bureau of Prisons - Lewis Run, PA

(2013-05 - 2014-12)

Full-time - 40hrs weekly

• Responsible for monitoring, tracking, and logging all incoming and outgoing inmates to ensure psychological services is in compliance with policy
• Responsible for the completion of the mental health section in the inmate skills development system.
• Responsible for the administration, scoring and distribution of a variety of psychological tests
• Maintain tracking logs for Special Housing Unit monthly monitoring, medical duty status monthly contacts, monthly psychotropic compliance, suicide watch monitoring, requests for services, and incoming inmates.
• Responsible for speaking to the inmates during admissions and orientations to provide them with all the necessary information in reference to Psychological services as well as Drug treatment
• Manage the inmate suicide cadre program.
• Conduct crisis intervention with inmates and staff
• Co-facilitate trauma and anger management groups with the clinical psychologist.

Correctional Officer - Federal Bureau of Prisons - Lewis Run, PA

(2006-04 - 2013-05)

Full-time 40 hrs weekly

• Ensure safety and security of staff and inmates
• Manage and supervise a case load of inmates on various work assignments
• Perform cell searches and common area sweeps to gather and dispose of various contraband items
• Respond to emergencies such as inmate fights, staff assaults, and medical emergencies.
• Monitor inmates and document suspicious behavior.
• Supervise inmates while they visit with their families.

Intensive Adult Probation/Parole Officer - McKean County Probation Department

(2004-10 - 2006-04)

Full-time 37.5 hrs weekly

• Manage and supervise a caseload on drug and alcohol abuser
• Manage and supervise a caseload of sexual offenders

Master of Science - Addiction Counseling - Grand Canyon University (2012-06)

Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice - University of Pittsburgh (2005-06)

Doctorate of Psychology - Clinical Psychology - California Southern University