Open To Work
ALEXANDER RUSSELL
Lafayette
Summary
Hardworking manufacturing professional who combines production experience with the interpersonal strengths gained from counseling and peer‑support work. Skilled at building trust, supporting team cohesion, and communicating effectively across roles. Brings patience, empathy, and a strong work ethic to every shift.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant
First Step Recovery Centers
Marion
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Facilitate group therapy sessions for clients in the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Conducted individual counseling to empower clients in their recovery journey
- Facilitated emotional regulation and relapse prevention strategies to enhance client resilience
- Provide case management and linkage to community resources, healthcare, education, and employment
- Documented clinical notes and maintained accurate records in Credible EHR to ensure continuity of care
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist
First Step Recovery Centers
Marion
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Utilized lived experience to enhance client engagement in recovery
- Deliver peer support services for clients in PHP and IOP
- Facilitated weekend group sessions and documented progress in electronic case notes
Case Manager
Medsave Addiction Treatment Clinic
Columbus
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and goals.
- Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated referrals to appropriate support services and resources.
- Coordinated client appointments and documented progress to ensure effective case management
- Guided clients in securing ID documents and leveraging public assistance resources
Resident Manager
Medsave Addiction Treatment Clinic
Columbus
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated client adherence to recovery programs and support meetings, enhancing engagement in their recovery journey
- Oversaw sober living environment for 18 clients, fostering a supportive atmosphere for recovery
- Applied de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts and promoted accountability among clients
Cook
Pizza Hut
Dublin
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Prepared and cooked pizzas following standardized recipes and quality guidelines.
- Managed food safety practices to ensure cleanliness and compliance with regulations.
- Operated kitchen equipment like ovens, mixers, and slicers efficiently.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Juggled job responsibilities and peer recovery training to improve professional development.
Plant Driver
Stratosphere Quality
Marysville
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed vehicle logistics and conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain operational efficiency.
- Inspected materials and products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations during all inspection activities.
- Collaborated with production teams to swiftly resolve quality issues and minimize production delays.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records of findings.
- Notified supervisors of production problems and contributed to identifying and resolving concerns.
Assistant Manager
Subway
Marion
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Led food service operations, overseeing daily activities and staff management in a fast-food restaurant.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained staff on food safety standards and proper sandwich preparation techniques.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product availability and freshness.
Weld Technician
Wabash National
Lafayette
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Welding and fabrication of crude oil tanks, dry van semi-trailers, and reefer semi-trailers, aluminum TIG and MIG, steel MIG AND TIG, robotic welding, blueprint reading
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components, ensuring structural integrity and reliability.
- Performed welding operations in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
- Inspected welds to verify quality and adherence to specifications, contributing to overall project compliance.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, enhancing production capabilities.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
Education
High School Diploma - focus on automotive repair and shop service
McCutcheon High School
Lafayette, IN05-2009
A.A.S. - Social Work & Human Services (Addiction Studies)
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHSkills
- Case management
- Treatment planning
- Resource coordination
- Emotional regulation
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Communication skills
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Quality inspection
- Machine operation
Certification
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA), 12/25
- Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (CPRS), 07/24–2026
- Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS), 2025
- Behavior Health Crisis Hotline certificate, 2025
Affiliations
Lead position within Celebrate Recovery
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteSalary Range
$18/hr - $30/hrTimeline
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant
First Step Recovery Centers
01.2025 - 08.2025
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist
First Step Recovery Centers
01.2025 - 08.2025
Case Manager
Medsave Addiction Treatment Clinic
10.2024 - 01.2025
Cook
Pizza Hut
03.2024 - 07.2024
Resident Manager
Medsave Addiction Treatment Clinic
01.2024 - 01.2025
Plant Driver
Stratosphere Quality
02.2023 - 07.2023
Assistant Manager
Subway
11.2022 - 02.2023
Weld Technician
Wabash National
01.2014 - 01.2015
High School Diploma - focus on automotive repair and shop service
McCutcheon High School
A.A.S. - Social Work & Human Services (Addiction Studies)
Columbus State Community College