Sammy L.

Harris
11031 Albury Drive
Houston, TX 77096
sh17117c@westpost.net
832-236-1289
Education
AS Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counseling
Erie Community College
BSW Social Work
State University of New York College at Buffalo
MSW Social Work
State University of New York at Buffalo
Professional Experience
8/9/2010- present David & Ivory Ministries Houston, TX
Completes comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and trea
tment requirements, and develops individualized treatment plan. Provides individ
ual and group counseling and facilitate didactic groups. Documents treatment and
discharge plans, and clients' progress and responses to treatment; and maintain
s related records and charts. Performs case management and contributes to client
care monitoring.
3/24/2010- 8/09/2010 NorthShore Treatment Center, Hous
Monitor all methadone maintenance clinicians for use of illicit drug
use thought Urinalysis. Counsel all clients on co-occurring Disorders. Update al
l treatment plans. Insures that all services delivered to assigned clients are i
n accordance with Policy & Procedures/State/Federal
Guidelines. Assists with State/Federal Surveys and Audits. Developed of specifi
c treatment plans; conforming with clinical licensure and accreditation standard
s. Insuring all necessary data related to diagnosis, treatment goals, and strate
gies of clients are logged in and recorded
accurately in charts/computer system in a timely manner.
11/2008 -2/15/2010 Clinical Coordinator, New Haven Recovery System Brookha
ven, MS
Monitors, supervises and schedules yearly evaluation of staff directly under sup
ervision. Recruits and interviews candidates; hires new staff as requested in ad
dition to administering employee orientation. Insures that all services delivere
d to assigned clients are in accordance with Policy & Procedures/State/Federal G
uidelines. Assists with State/Federal Surveys and Audits as requested. Provides
consistent levels of care and assures continuity in policy and philosophy of rec
overy and rehabilitation. Planning and preparing treatment program based on inta
ke/evaluation including developing goals and objectives. Administers appropriate
treatment with proper attention to client safety and dignity. Collaborates with
physicians and other disciplines to obtain maximal benefit from client treatmen
t. Insures all necessary data related to diagnosis, treatment goals, and strateg
ies of clients are recorded accurately in charts and computer system in a timely
manner. Insure all treatment plans and updates are completed and in accordance
with Southwest Mississippi. Performs evaluation, assessment, discharge of client
s in according to policy and procedure.
3/2008 - 11/2008 Clinical Services Director, Alternative for Life Treatment
and Recovery Jackson, MS
Supervised of clinical staff, maintained counseling caseload as assigned.
Insured all counselors provided services to clients in accordance with ALTR poli
cy and procedures, CARF standards, State Standards and CSAT Standards. Developed
 of specific treatment plans; conforming with clinical licensure and accreditati
on standards. Referred to appropriate clinicians for psychiatric/psychological e
valuations. Insure all treatment plans and updates are completed and in accordan
ce with ALTR policy and procedures. Completed monthly reports as requested by su
pervisor. Functioned as client advocate in all decisions affecting clients. Sche
duled and supervised Peer Review Sessions. Insuring all necessary data related t
o diagnosis, treatment goals, and strategies of clients are logged in and record
ed accurately in charts/computer system in a timely manner. Assisted with State/
Federal Surveys and Audits as requested.
2004 - 2008 Children's Therapist, Region I Mental Health Center
Clarksdale, MS
Conducted adolescent individual, group and family sessions. Adolescent Offenders
Program Developer. Liaison with Youth Court for mental health.
Emergency psychiatric on called person for mental health. Provides treatment to
assigned children and families in accordance with Agency standard for performanc
e. Completed administrative duties necessary to carry out clinical responsibilit
ies in a timely fashion. Participated in scheduled clinical supervision and staf
f meetings as requested.
1998 - 2004 Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, Cazenovia Recovery Systems,
INC Buffalo, NY
Provided weekly supervision to staff. Provided counseling for 12 residents.
Maintained daily on call status for consultation and conducted annual performanc
e evaluations. Ensured that all clinical documentation was legible, specific and
concise. Ensured compliance with agency policies and procedures. Responsible fo
r administrative oversight of the program site and residents. Provided clinical
supervision, consultation and monitored the clinical services received by all re
sidents, including linkage to other service providers. Facilitated utilization r
eview, quality assurance and the program's compliance with recommendations.
2001- 2002 Non Secure Detention Worker - (PT) Berkshire Farms Center for Yout
h Buffalo, NY
Interview youth for placement and prospective temporary foster homes.
Monitored, and supervised all activities of Adolescents in this detention enviro
nment. Prepared daily observation logs, daily reports, property records, securit
y check sheets, and activity reports. Provided direct supervision, transportatio
n, security, and discipline for adolescents in all phases of the detention progr
am. Assists Detention Officers with the intake/release process of Adolescents.
Licenses and Certifications
1 Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
2 Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)
3 Certified Clinical Addiction Professional (CCAP) MSAAP
4 Certified Mental Health Therapist (CMHT) MSDMH
5 Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) MSDMH
6 Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICAADC)
Professional Affiliations:
1 Mississippi Association of Addiction Professionals (MSAAP)
2 National Association for Addictions Counselors (NAADAC)
3 THE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION & RECIPROCITY CONSORTIUM (IC&RC)