Christine Butterbaugh

Christine Butterbaugh has a diverse work experience, spanning over several years. Currently, they serve as the Statewide Director of Recovery Support Services at Peerstar LLC. In this role, they oversee the operations of Peerstar in various counties in Pennsylvania and provides training in Co-Occurring Disorders to staff across the state. Prior to this, Christine held the position of Regional Director at Peerstar LLC.

In addition to their work at Peerstar, Christine has also worked as an Adjunct Professor at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College since 2018. Christine has also served as a Drug And Alcohol Counselor at Acadia Healthcare from 2018 to 2019.

Christine has actively participated in various conferences and events within their field. Christine presented at the PA Peer Support Coalition Convention in 2018 and supported individuals with Co-Occurring Disorders at the NAMI Keystone PA Mental Health Wellness Conference in the same year.

Earlier in their career, Christine gained experience as a Sexual Assault Therapist Intern at Victim Services from 2017 to 2018. Before that, they worked at Home Nursing Agency as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor and later as a Case Manager. Christine also worked as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor at New Directions of Cove Forge from 2007 to 2012.

In summary, Christine Butterbaugh has an extensive background in the fields of recovery support services, co-occurring disorders, and drug and alcohol counseling. Christine has a passion for helping individuals and has contributed to their field through various roles and training opportunities.

Christine Butterbaugh obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Saint Francis University, where they studied from 1992 to 1996. Christine later pursued a Master of Science (MS) degree in Professional Counseling with a focus on the Trauma Track and Drug & Alcohol Track at Carlow University, completing their studies from 2014 to 2018. In addition to their formal education, Christine also obtained several certifications. These include becoming a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor from the Pennsylvannia Certification Board in October 2009, obtaining a Wellness Coach Trainer certification from Community Care Behavioral Health in May 2018, and receiving Sexual Assult Counselor Training, although the institution is not specified, in May 2017. Christine's additional certification as a QPR Trainer does not include specific information regarding the institution or the month and year of its completion.