CHRISTOPHER FERGUSON 7349 N. Damen Chicago, IL 60645 773.630.3798 (Cell) 708.544.1706 (Home) [email protected] PROFILE Addiction Studies student who has demonstrated comfort and proficiency in gathering resources and sharing information with clients. Computer literate with the ability to complete assignments accurately and on-time in diverse work environments. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, which ensure a positive work environment and strong team cohesion. Knowledge of treatment planning assessments Drug/Alcohol screening procedure Incident report documentation Group facilitation experience Computers: MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access EDUCATION Harold Washington College, Chicago, IL ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE, ADDICTION STUDIES Expected Graduation: May 2016 RELATED COURSEWORK: Introduction to Addiction Studies Principles and Practices of Addiction Treatment Addiction and the Family: Theory and Treatment Addictions Treatment of Special Populations General Psychology Human Growth and Development I Report Writing Principles in Social Work Practice Introduction to Group Processing Social Problems and Social Actions RELATED EXPERIENCE Bam House, Inc. , Recovery Home Manager, Waukegan, IL 9/2008-1/2010 Gathered drug, family, education, and medical history on incoming clients seeking treatment. Prepared treatment plans based on intake and screening and referral process as well as demonstration in stage of change. Case managed an average of 12 clients per quarter, evaluating clients’ performance and progress based on participation in meetings, attitude toward sobriety, and ability to manage personal responsibilities independently. Facilitated 12-step relapse prevention groups; administered intake, discharge, and referral processes; conducted follow-up periodically with clients post-discharge. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Harold Washington College , Note Taker/Test Proctor, Chicago, IL 8/2014-Present Take notes in class for students with disabilities; serve as a proctor for students with disabilities during tests; transcribe for students with mobility impairments. Assist students with visual impairments in math classes by copying information from the board in large print. The Renaissance Collaborative , Chicago, IL Desk Clerk, 1/2014-7/2014 Monitored and observed a 101-unit residential facility by greeting residents and visitors, checking visitors in/out, received mail and parcels, and answered questions.

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CHRISTOPHER FERGUSON7349 N. Damen Chicago, IL 60645

773.630.3798 (Cell) 708.544.1706 (Home) [email protected]

PROFILEAddiction Studies student who has demonstrated comfort and proficiency in gathering resources and sharing information with clients. Computer literate with the ability to complete assignments accurately and on-time in diverse work environments. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, which ensure a positive work environment and strong team cohesion.

Knowledge of treatment planning assessments Drug/Alcohol screening procedure Incident report documentation

Group facilitation experience Computers: MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access

EDUCATIONHarold Washington College, Chicago, IL

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE, ADDICTION STUDIES Expected Graduation: May 2016

RELATED COURSEWORK: Introduction to Addiction Studies Principles and Practices of Addiction

Treatment Addiction and the Family: Theory and

Treatment

Addictions Treatment of Special Populations

General Psychology Human Growth and Development I Report Writing

Principles in Social Work Practice Introduction to Group Processing Social Problems and Social Actions

RELATED EXPERIENCEBam House, Inc., Recovery Home Manager, Waukegan, IL 9/2008-1/2010

Gathered drug, family, education, and medical history on incoming clients seeking treatment. Prepared treatment plans based on

intake and screening and referral process as well as demonstration in stage of change. Case managed an average of 12 clients per quarter, evaluating clients’ performance and progress based on participation in meetings,

attitude toward sobriety, and ability to manage personal responsibilities independently. Facilitated 12-step relapse prevention groups; administered intake, discharge, and referral processes; conducted follow-up

periodically with clients post-discharge.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCEHarold Washington College, Note Taker/Test Proctor, Chicago, IL 8/2014-Present Take notes in class for students with disabilities; serve as a proctor for students with disabilities during tests; transcribe for students

with mobility impairments. Assist students with visual impairments in math classes by copying information from the board in large print.

The Renaissance Collaborative, Chicago, IL Desk Clerk, 1/2014-7/2014 Monitored and observed a 101-unit residential facility by greeting residents and visitors, checking visitors in/out, received mail

and parcels, and answered questions. Prepared and maintained detailed reports of traffic, incidents and safety hazards.

Landscaper, 6/2013 – 1/2014 Utilized a landscaping equipment to maintain, upkeep and preserve City of Chicago properties and vacant lots.ACCOMPLISHMENT: Promoted to Desk Clerk, December 2013

Chicago Transit Authority, Bus Servicer Apprentice, Chicago, IL 8/2013-1/2014 Ensured CTA buses exceeded sanitation and appearance standards: swept and mopped floors, wiped windows, vacuumed windows

and removed trash.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCERoosevelt University (RU), Lab Assistant, Chicago, IL 10/2012-Present Assist clients participating in the RU Life Skills re-entry program with internet search, resume/cover letter development, and

establishing an email account. Monitor and observe the computer lab to prevent theft, vandalism and unauthorized activity

Choice Acts NFP, Board Member, Chicago, IL 6/2014-Present Assist ex-offenders.and homeless people in Job readiness and Housing programs which provide positive alternatives to crime.