Austin Schmidt
Licensed Alcohol And Drug Addiction Counselor
Saint Peter
Summary
Professional with experience in drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Proficient at supporting clients through recovery with strong therapeutic techniques and compassionate care. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in counseling, crisis intervention, and maintaining confidential client records. Reliable and results-driven, consistently contributing to positive outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drug and Alcohol Intern
Vinland National Center
05.2025 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients' support networks, fostering collaboration between all parties involved in the recovery process.
- Utilized cognitive-behavioral techniques during individual therapy sessions, helping patients identify maladaptive thought patterns contributing to substance use behaviors.
- Established trusting relationships with patients by actively listening and demonstrating genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop holistic treatment approaches that addressed both physical and psychological aspects of addiction.
- Coordinated care with external providers such as psychiatrists, medical professionals, and social workers to ensure continuity of care for patients during their recovery process.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for open communication among participants.
Freshman Women's High School Basketball Coach
Mankato East High School
10.2024 - Current
- Created and maintained a culture of accountability within the team, setting high expectations for commitment, effort, and conduct on and off the court.
- Established strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication regarding player progress.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players by emphasizing respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials both on and off the court.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
Cameraman/Utility Worker
Minnesota Vikings Football LLC
08.2022 - Current
- Operated cameras for the Minnesota Vikings Game Day production crew.
- Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
- Assisted in training new hires on company procedures, safety guidelines, and job-specific tasks to ensure a consistent level of service quality across the workforce.
- Transported and set up camera dollies, sliders and jibs.
- Worked effectively as part of a team, collaborating with fellow crew members to achieve shared goals efficiently.
Patient Services Coordinator
Mankato Clinic Urgent Care
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Called patient to confirm appointment and prepared paperwork prior to visit to expedite check-in process.
- Contributed to a positive clinic environment by consistently displaying compassion, empathy, and professionalism when interacting with patients.
- Streamlined communication between patients and medical staff, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
- Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
- Established strong relationships with referring physicians'' offices by maintaining open lines of communication for seamless coordination of care across providers.
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service to foster welcoming and professional environment for patients.
Chemical Dependency Program Assistant
Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted with medication administration and counting and pouring medications.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Promoted a therapeutic milieu by maintaining a clean, organized facility that encouraged positive interactions between staff and patients alike.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and treatment team members, facilitating open communication to optimize patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Alcohol And Drug Studies
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN12-2025
Skills
Addiction recovery counseling
Clinical Assessment Skills
Effective boundary setting
Effective team collaboration
Trauma-informed care
Problem-solving abilities
Certification
LADC
Timeline
LADC
02-2026
Drug and Alcohol Intern
Vinland National Center
05.2025 - Current
Freshman Women's High School Basketball Coach
Mankato East High School
10.2024 - Current
Chemical Dependency Program Assistant
Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise
04.2023 - 06.2024
Cameraman/Utility Worker
Minnesota Vikings Football LLC
08.2022 - Current
Patient Services Coordinator
Mankato Clinic Urgent Care
08.2020 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Alcohol And Drug Studies
Minnesota State University, Mankato