Chemical Dependency Cover Letter

Please consider me for the chemical dependency opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for information to individuals and their families regarding options for substance use disorder treatment, and facilitates the admissions process for appropriate patients.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, internet)
• Experience working in environments requiring coordination of benefits and facilitation of access to a variety of services and resources
• Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP) Certification
• Or significant leadership experience as Asst
• Dual diagnosis experience preferred
• Graduation from a NLN accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Graduate of a RN program that meets Colorado State Board of Nursing curriculum requirements for practice in Behavioral Health
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – BC

Please consider me for the chemical dependency opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support to staff in the coordination of treatment for and general care of clients.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC)II for the state of Oregon
• Experience and skill at supervision of CD therapists
• Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC)II or III for the state of Oregon
• Inpatient psych or hospital experience preferred
• WA State Chemical Dependency Professional
• Dual diagnosis experience
• Psychiatry experience preferred
• Familiar with laws regarding commitment, confidentiality, vulnerable adult, child protection, and patient’s rights

I am excited to be applying for the position of chemical dependency. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for education to patients on recovery from substance abuse and/or psychiatric illness, relapse and other skills necessary for maintaining recovery.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Psychiatric-Mental Health NP Certification (ANCC)
• Full Prescriptive Authority Preferred With Suboxone Waiver
• Current LCDC, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
• Good communication skills and good personal and professional boundaries
• Experience with training or instruction is preferred
• AZ RN license or compact state license active and in good standing
• Prior experience with computer charting
• CNA (certified nurse assistant) or LPT (licensed psych technician)

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the chemical dependency position.

Previously, I was responsible for required information about the patients according to confidentiality guidelines.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Skill with assessment and treatment formulation
• Current Medical Surgical experience
• Performs selected direct care duties including therapeutic intervention, taking of vital signs and other health related data (i.e., height, weight, ), simple dressing changes, sputum, blood and urine collection, urine testing, personal hygiene (i.e., feeding, bathing, shaving, dressing, ), and EKG’s
• Demonstrate accurate physical, mental, emotional and spiritual assessment skills
• Demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge of Standards of Nursing Practice and Care in all aspects of patient care provided
• Experience treating SUD preferred
• Strong organizational leadership skills highly desirable
• Current licensure as LMFT or LMHC in state of operation

I am excited to be applying for the position of chemical dependency. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for drug and alcohol assessments to patients requesting treatment; reviews results of assessments with attending psychiatrist and/or clinical supervisor to determine diagnoses and treatment recommendations.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Knowledge and skill in counseling and communication
• Knowledge about resources for inpatient/outpatient and supportive care and public policy regarding MI/CD in Minnesota
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) initial and on-going training provided
• Minimum 2 yrs experience providing alcohol and drug counseling (supervised internship applies)
• Minimum 1 yr experience assessments for all levels of care
• Current State Licensure or Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling or equivalent
• Completed training in Tobacco Cessation and Education within 30 days of hire
• Washington State Certification as a Chemical Dependency Professional as defined in WAC 246-811 and RCW 18.205