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Catherine Silverthorne

Addiction Counselor
Randburg

Summary

I am a passionate and dedicated counselor with over 2 years of experience in addiction counseling, committed to enhancing the lives of individuals facing addiction and behavioral disorders. I take a caring and personalized approach to support recovering patients, providing guidance towards lasting improvements and relapse prevention. With a keen focus on individual needs, I attentively develop and implement sound treatment plans to help patients achieve their long-term behavioral goals.

I began my journey as a Step Work Counselor while studying Basic Addiction Counseling, progressing through Intermediate Addiction Counseling, and currently advancing my qualifications with Advanced Addiction Counseling. I have studied through ACCSA, and my long-term goal is to pursue a degree in Social Work. I am particularly passionate about working with DDU (Dual Diagnosis Unit) clients and aspire to further my studies in this field. Additionally, I am a certified Life Coach and NLP Practitioner, enhancing my ability to provide holistic support to my clients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Addiction Counselor

Diamond Recovery Centre
Parys
08.2021 - 10.2024
  • I started out as a Step Work Counselor while I studied my Basic Addiction Counseling, and progressed to my Intermediate Addiction Counseling and Advanced Certificate.
  • Managing all aspects of a case from date of entry to date of discharge.
  • Evaluating patients' physical and mental behaviors.
  • Developing appropriate treatment and recovery plans.
  • Facilitating individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Monitoring patients over time to assess treatment progress.
  • Collaborating with psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, and social workers.
  • Identifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recovery.
  • Assisting clients in planning a Relapse Prevention Plan.
  • Served as a liaison between clients and social service agencies, advocating for additional resources whenever necessary.
  • Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet a variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
  • Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.

Step Work Counselor

Diamond Recovery Centre
Parys
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted clients in navigating the 12-Step Program, offering suggestions and monitoring progress.
  • Led Step Work groups such as AA, CA, CoDA, and Celebrate Recovery.
  • Reported client progress to the Head Therapist and highlighted areas of concern.
  • Completed a 12-Step Program and maintained one year of sobriety.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Designed culturally-sensitive interventions tailored to clients' backgrounds.

House Manager

Diamond Recovery Centre
Parys
10.2021 - 3 2022
  • Assist with and monitor daily living skills (cooking, cleaning, routines, etc.)
  • Assist with the supportive implementation of individual treatment plans of clients.
  • Provide constant supervision of residents' behaviors and interactions at all times.
  • Encourage socially acceptable habits and behaviors.
  • Encourage positive relationship building in a safe environment.
  • Administer first aid as needed.
  • Provide assistance with administrating of medications if needed.
  • Transport residents in a company vehicle to and from necessary appointments.
  • Effectively and professionally manages relationships with all clients/participants and staff.
  • Maintain an emotionally and physically safe and trauma-informed working environment.
  • All duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Effectively manage my own time to get work documentation and job responsibilities completed
  • Report to work meetings, shifts, and activities prepared and on time.
  • Capable of handling disruptive behaviors in a calm and professional manner.
  • Co-facilitate educational groups, if needed.
  • Setting boundaries and using fair, consistent expectations.
  • Respect and work effectively with individuals of diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Coordinated maintenance requests with appropriate staff members to address facility issues in a timely manner.
  • Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
  • Strengthened relationships among residents, fostering a supportive and inclusive community.
  • Assisted in evacuation during emergency situations, ensuring safety and accountability of all residents.
  • Ensured a safe living environment, conducting regular safety checks, and promptly addressing any violations.

Education

Addiction Counsellor Course and Certifications Tier 2 - Basic Addiction Counselling Certificate, Intermediate Addiction Counselling Certificate, Advanced Addiction Counselling Certificate

ACCSA

Certificate - ICR Certified NLP Practitioner

School of Life
04.2001 -

Certificate - ICR Certified Life Couch

School of Life
04.2001 -

Skills

Empathetic

References

  • Lydia Wiggins, Private, 0736689301, lydiawiggins3105@gmail.com
  • Gerda Meyer, Diamond Recovery Center, 0609915954, christo@kopjeskraal.co.za
  • Petro Scholtz, 0766465906, p.scholz321@gmail.com

Timeline

Step Work Counselor

Diamond Recovery Centre
01.2022 - 08.2022

House Manager

Diamond Recovery Centre
10.2021 - 3 2022

Addiction Counselor

Diamond Recovery Centre
08.2021 - 10.2024

Certificate - ICR Certified NLP Practitioner

School of Life
04.2001 -

Certificate - ICR Certified Life Couch

School of Life
04.2001 -

Addiction Counsellor Course and Certifications Tier 2 - Basic Addiction Counselling Certificate, Intermediate Addiction Counselling Certificate, Advanced Addiction Counselling Certificate

ACCSA

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