Stacey Wells
Dandenong,VIC
Summary
Dedicated AOD counselor with expertise in crisis intervention, case management, and youth engagement. Committed to empowering young people and fostering collaborative relationships to enhance community resources and support young people to make positive change.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Youth AOD Worker
YSAS Dandenong
Dandenong, VIC
2025 - Current
- Monitored client progress and updated case files accordingly.
- Referred clients to substance abuse treatment programs and outpatient dual diagnosis treatment programs.
- Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding youth activities, progress, and concerns.
- Collaborated with schools, families, and community organizations to support youth development and access to resources.
- Directed activities to foster social and emotional development for at-risk youth.
- Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
- Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for clients with substance use disorders.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client needs and progress assessments.
- Provided crisis intervention support to clients experiencing acute emotional distress.
- Assisted in community outreach programs to raise awareness about substance abuse resources.
- Collaborated with family members to provide support for clients during recovery process.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars related to AOD counseling field.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs, strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Certificate IV AOD
Odyssey House Victoria
Melbourne, VIC03-2024
Skills
- Case management - Coordination
- AOD counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Client assessments
- Community outreach
- Youth Engagement
- Harm Reduction
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Group Facilitation
- De-escalation
- Service Collaboration
Certification
Certificate IV AOD
Timeline
Youth AOD Worker
YSAS Dandenong
2025 - Current
Certificate IV AOD
Odyssey House Victoria