1. CHRISTOPHER FERGUSON
7349 N. Damen  Chicago, IL 60645
773.630.3798 (Cell)  708.544.1706 (Home)  cferguson928@yahoo.com
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 personalresponsibilities 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.
 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 EXPERIENCE
Roosevelt 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.