Kevin J. Dial

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About me
Behavioral Health Specialist @ Thomas Jefferson | Peer Support, Case Management | BLS, WRAP
Education
- Villanova University
  2021 - 2021
  Certificate Addiction Studies
  Activities and Societies: Addiction Counseling; Drug & Alcohol Education; Relapse Prevention; Cultural Competency; Substance Abuse Treatment for People with Co-Occurring Disorders; Interviewing & Counseling Techniques; Ethical Decision Making; Group Counseling with Substance Abusers; Intake/Assessment/Record-Keeping with Substance; Countertransference & Boundary of Self Creativity and Coping; Counselor Wellness; Medication Assisted Therapies Explain the psychopharmacology of addiction including how addictive substances behave in the body and the effect that addiction has on the brainExplain addiction in social context and recognize the impact of social factors such as poverty, stigma, oppression, and trauma.Identify the progression from non-use, to use, to abuse of a substance and identify warning signs of abuse and triggers for relapseDemonstrate effective communication and counseling skills with diverse… Show more Explain the psychopharmacology of addiction including how addictive substances behave in the body and the effect that addiction has on the brainExplain addiction in social context and recognize the impact of social factors such as poverty, stigma, oppression, and trauma.Identify the progression from non-use, to use, to abuse of a substance and identify warning signs of abuse and triggers for relapseDemonstrate effective communication and counseling skills with diverse clientsExplain the role of assessment and diagnosis in the treatment process.Demonstrate a basic understanding of prominent theories of counseling and how they apply to addiction counselingRecognize and be able to apply ethical principles (including confidentiality and boundaries) to their practice Show less
- Penn State Great Valley
  2003 - 2003
  Certification Unix linux networking
- Thomas Jefferson University
  2021 - 2024
  Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Experience
- Northeast Treatment Centers
  Nov 2017 - Jun 2020
  Provide supportive assistance to the patient’s recovery needs in regards to their Substance Use Disorder.Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuseAbility to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries.Assist with resume writing, job search, and any other need presented, information on other community programs, and other resources to meet the needs of the patient and their family.Document interactions and progress on a daily log. Participate in meetings and activities as appropriate.Participate in monthly staff meetings, agency meetings as required, internal and/or external trainings to promote performance improvement.Collaborate and communicate with other NET staff, as well as other treatment team and support members, as appropriateUtilize motivating techniques to empower patients via education and focus on the tools necessary to support engagement in treatment and navigation through the recovery process.Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions.Other duties as directed by management staff Show less
  - Addiction Recovery Specialist
    Nov 2019 - Jun 2020
  - Volunteer Recovery Specialist
    Nov 2017 - Nov 2019
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
  Jul 2020 - now
  Behavioral Health, Emergency Service-Addiction Certified Recovery Specialist
Licenses & Certifications
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
  American Heart Association
  Jul 2020
  View certificate
- Motivational Interviewing
  Health Federation of Philadelphia
  Oct 2019
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
  Mental Health Association in New Jersey
  Nov 2019