Donna Davis
Board Member, Casa San Jose Sober Living, Inc.
- Certified Chemical Dependency Specialist, SFVCMHC, Inc.
- Donna Davis brings over 14 years of dedicated experience in the fields of addiction treatment, mental health services, and co-occurring disorders. As a Certified Chemical Dependency Specialist at San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center, Inc. (SFVCMHC), Donna provides vital support to individuals navigating substance abuse, mental health challenges, and the complex intersections of both.
- Donna has extensive experience collaborating with multiple agencies and institutions, including the Los Angeles Superior Court (Van Nuys and San Fernando divisions), Probation, the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Transitional Age Youth (TAY) programs, Sylmar Juvenile Hall, and other youth and adult facilities. In her current role as a CENS Navigator, she offers client-centered guidance and case management, helping clients access critical services and treatment pathways. She also brings strong supervisory and customer service experience to her work.
- In addition to her clinical work, Donna proudly serves as a Board Member for Casa San Jose Sober Living, Inc., where she supports the organization’s mission of providing structured, supportive sober living environments to individuals rebuilding their lives in recovery. Her expertise in counseling, outreach, prevention education, and client advocacy helps further Casa San Jose’s commitment to trauma-informed, community-based recovery services.
- Skills and Qualifications:
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CCAPP – CADC-CAS C058110618)
- Trained and certified in Evidence-Based Programs
- Experienced in Law & Ethics, Prevention, Education, Outreach, and Referral Services
- Specialized in Case Management, Individual and Group Counseling
- Certified in CPR and First Aid
- Proficient in PCNX, Sage, ASAM, Welligent, and BestNotes systems
- Expertise with populations connected to DCFS, TAY, Prop 36, DMH, and Deferred Entry of Judgment (DEJ) programs
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Educational Background:
- Alcohol & Drug Counseling Certificate, ICDC College – Culver City, CA (August 2011 – May 2012)
- Donna Davis remains deeply committed to empowering individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health disorders, promoting recovery, resilience, and personal growth within nonprofit and community-based programs.