Passionate Substance Abuse Counselor Seeks New Opportunities
1. Gil Hernandez
RADT-2
#RII06071215
14411 Palmdale Rd. #22
Victorville, Ca. 92392
Cell: 760-912-0409
Email: SirenAries77@Charter.net
-Objective-
My goal is to acquire a challenging position as a Substance Abuse Counselor and/or
Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician. I have passed the IC&RC exam and obtained
an A.A.S. degree in Substance Abuse Counseling from Intercoast College. I believe I
will be an asset to any facility seeking a passionate, respectful and teamwork oriented
employee. I am willing to travel for my job and have full availability.
-ADC Education-
InterCoast College, Riverside, Ca.
A.A.S. Associate of Applied Science Degree in Substance Abuse Counseling
Graduated 4/2015
Alcohol and Drug Studies Program Graduated 1/14
Earned Certificate of completion with Honors. RADT-2
Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician- Graduated 4/14
180 hours training in:
Crisis Intervention: Family interventions, Stages of Grief, Suicidality prevention,
Intimate Partner Violence, Sexual Assault and Abuse.
Education: Focus on Special populations in addictions including LGBT, Youth, HIV
communities and Women’s studies. Psychopathology, Sociology of Mental Health, Co-
occurring Disorders in addiction. Schizophrenia, Depression, Bi-polar disorder, Anxiety
and other Co-occurring disorders. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive
Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt.
Mojave High School Graduated Class of 1994. High School Diploma
2. -Work Experience-
Pine Ridge Treatment Centers 10/13 to 2/14 Externship Site & Volunteer
Facilitate process groups and D.A.P. note charting. Progress notes, treatment planning
urinalysis testing, managed care reviews, crisis interventions, family groups, one on one
sessions, intake, screenings and discharge planning. Practiced 12 core functions daily.
Have taken courses for Vivitrol and Management Assaultive Behavior (MAB).
Starbucks Coffee Company 1998-2006 2009-2011
Assistant Manager, Shift lead, Barista,
Helped open the majority of stores in the High Desert region. Have experience in
banking, training new employees, coffee master, open and closing of stores, pastry
ordering and receiving. Daily Labor management and scheduling. Participated in many
community fundraising events. Cancer and HIV charity walks/events, Toys for Tots and
more.
California Pizza Kitchen 2007-2008
Waiter. Very rewarding and high energy. Extensive training in the ingredients and a
real focus on being knowledgeable of the high quality ingredients. Delivered excellent
customer service. Cash management and sanitation practices daily.
-Volunteer-
Serenity Lodge Treatment Center, Lake Arrowhead Ca. 9/13 to 10/13
Inpatient Men’s Facility. Daily progress notes, UA testing, administrative duties, one on
one sessions, crisis interventions. intake procedures, utilizing twelve core functions daily
and connecting with clients. 30 day volunteer before internship.
3. -References-
Sidney Sarfaty, LAADC, ICAC, CAADAC II, SAP
Addiction Recovery Center - Temecula, Ca.
(951) 216-3479
Intercoast college (951) 779-1300
Professional
Carolyn Howell, MA, PCCI, MFTI, LAADC, CADCII/ICADC
Intercoast college (951) 779-1300
(310) 403-1781
Chowellcadcii@yahoo.com
Professional
Renee Wilkens, CADC-II
Pine Ridge Treatment Centers-Treatment Coordinator
(760) 955-1014 (760)955-1012 Renee Wilkens
Professional
Michelle Martin
(760) 662-6789
Professional and Personal (prior manager at starbucks)
Jeffery Lum
(760) 900-4002
Professional and Personal
Gary Evans
(760) 792-9280
Personal