A warm welcome to Eileen Mckinnis, River Community new Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Eileen worked as a legal secretary in 2010 but began her journey in the field of drug and alcohol addiction by enrolling in a Chemical Dependency Studies course.
“At the end of my first class, I was mesmerized at the complexities of addiction. After watching the damage addiction caused with family and friends, plus struggling with addictive tendencies personally, I decided to take the plunge and seek a career as an Addiction Counselor,” Eileen said.
Eileen got her bachelor’s degree in psychology then completed a master’s degree in human services. Through CCAPP, she was able to become a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and continues to seek certifications that will help her be a more effective counselor.
Eileen started working at River Community as a temporary employee, but due to her outstanding work ethic, professionalism, teamwork approach, and incredible rapport with the residents, she was offered a permanent position.
“The most important goal for me is to help provide tools for successful transition from addiction to sobriety. I’m grateful to be able to be a part of the Social Model Recovery Systems family,” she added.
We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt greetings and warmest wishes as you embark on this exciting journey with us. Joining a new company can be both exhilarating and a little overwhelming but rest assured that you are now part of a supportive team that is dedicated to your success.
As a new member of our team, you bring with you a wealth of skills and experiences that will undoubtedly enrich our collective expertise. Your role at River Community will be integral to our success, and we are eager to see your contributions unfold. We have confidence in your abilities and believe that your fresh perspective will invigorate our projects and initiatives.
