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Adrian Finlayson Smith

Geelong ,VIC

Summary

Dynamic AOD Forensic Assessor at ACSO, skilled in developing individualized treatment plans and conducting comprehensive assessments. Known for strong leadership and empathetic client support, I excel in fostering relationships and facilitating group activities, ensuring effective interventions that enhance client well-being and promote recovery.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AOD Forensic Assesor

ACSO
01.2022 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for people with alcohol and other drug issues.
  • Create comprehensive forensic reports for alcohol and other drugs treatment providers.
  • Identify and respond to client risk.
  • Provide AOD interventions to support presenting needs, utilising strengths-based and person-centered approaches.
  • Treatment matches clients to appropriate AOD treatment to meet their needs.
  • Provide clients with education relating to the intersection of Alcohol and other drugs use and offending

Self Employed

A&N Fencing Contractors
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Business development, staff management, customer service and support, administration, product installations, liaison and development of ongoing relationships with suppliers, contractors, businesses, and related services.

Drug and Alcohol Support Worker – Residential

Salvation Army – Bendigo Bridge Program
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Provided compassionate support to clients facing various challenges.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop individualized care plans.
  • Monitored client progress and documented changes in behavior or needs.
  • Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction and community engagement.
  • Educated clients on available resources and support services in the community.
  • Conducted regular check-ins to ensure client safety and well-being.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and service delivery documentation.
  • Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
  • Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
  • Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.

Skills

  • Professional presentation
  • Creative and flexible
  • Conscientious with a strong work ethic
  • Enjoy a challenge with an eagerness to learn and develop skills
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Works well in a team environment
  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Diligent
  • Empathetic, honest, and compassionate
  • Enthusiastic and motivated
  • Support Work Skills:
  • Facilitate groups
  • Program development
  • Networking and rapport building
  • Ensure the day to day operation of the residential program
  • Dispense medications
  • Conducting Policy reviews along with the development of new Policies and Procedures
  • Client intake, assessment, and referrals
  • Property maintenance
  • Aid in the development and use of various life skills - budgeting, cooking, cleaning, etc
  • Case Note and document as per organizational and industry standards
  • DHHS reporting
  • Mentoring
  • Organise and facilitate recreational activities
  • Supporting and monitoring clients
  • De-escalate hostile situations
  • Conduct and supervise drug screening and breath tests
  • Individual Case Management
  • Develop Individual Treatment Plans
  • Support and liaise with families
  • Trade and Business Skills:
  • Customer Service and support
  • Develop ongoing professional relationships
  • Create and utilize plans, drawings, and designs
  • Selection and preparation of various supplies and construction materials
  • Supply, installation, and construction
  • Repairs and upgrades
  • Operation of various woodworking machines, hand and power tools, saws etc
  • Dispatch and receipting
  • Staff training and supervision
  • Product ordering and stocktaking
  • Provision of written quotes and invoices
  • Bookkeeping and administration

Certification

  • Diploma of Community Services
  • Cert IV Alcohol and Other Drugs
  • Currently undertaking Diploma of Community Services
  • NDIS Workers Clearance
  • First Aid / CPR
  • Victorian Driver’s License
  • ARBIAS - Acquired Brain Injury training - Modules 7 and 8
  • Insight - AOD Education and Training Unit - Modules 1 thru 6
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

References

Supplied upon request

Timeline

AOD Forensic Assesor

ACSO
01.2022 - Current

Self Employed

A&N Fencing Contractors
01.2016 - 01.2022

Drug and Alcohol Support Worker – Residential

Salvation Army – Bendigo Bridge Program
01.2012 - 01.2016

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