Case Manager & Peer Recovery Specialist coordinating intake assessments, peer support, and community resource referrals for clients in addiction recovery and mental health care. Leads educational groups, 1:1 sessions, and community resource referrals that account for transportation, insurance, and service needs. Documents client progress and partners with clinical and medical teams to support safety and follow-through.
Work History
Front Desk Associate
4 Months
Elements Integrative Wellness | 04.2026 - Current
Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless guest check-in and check-out experiences.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing daily workflow for practitioners and clients.
Maintained organized records of patient information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering a welcoming environment that promoted retention.
Collaborated with wellness practitioners to create tailored client care plans based on individual needs.
Dishwasher
7 Months
Young at Heart | 08.2025 - 03.2026
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, promoting safety standards.
Operated commercial dishwashing equipment to ensure efficient cleaning operations.
Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency in dishwashing tasks.
Monitored inventory levels of cleaning supplies, ensuring timely replenishment for uninterrupted service.
Case Manager & Peer Recovery Specialist
7 Months
Essentials Recovery | 06.2024 - 01.2025
Completed case management intake assessments upon client’s admission to program.
Developed individualized care plans based on client assessments and needs.
Provided resources for clients' specific needs and ensured resources fit clients’ circumstances.
Communicated client needs to clinical and medical teams, facilitating coordinated care and support.
Shared unique personal addiction recovery story with clients to provide hope and guidance.
Facilitated educational and peer support groups, fostering a supportive environment for client engagement and recovery.
Documented assessments, referrals, group notes, and intake process into company computer system.
Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored intervention strategies.
Peer Recovery Specialist & BHT
6 Months
Essentials Recovery | 12.2023 - 06.2024
Transported clients for scheduled services, ensuring timely access to care.
Completed urinalysis tests and provided intervention when clients tested positive for any substances.
Communicated effectively with supervisors.
Observed client behavior while in the facility.
Documented client behavior to track progress and inform treatment plans.
Provided a safe and clean environment.
Facilitated peer support groups to promote recovery and enhance personal growth.
Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
Peer Recovery Specialist
1 Year 2 Months
Dover Behavioral Health | 06.2022 - 08.2023
Shared personal lived in experience with mental illness and substance abuse with patients in recovery.
Assisted social workers in finding community support for patients and planned discharges.
Communicated with doctors, nurses, and social workers about behavior changes.
Advocated for patients’ choice of recovery path.
Facilitated patients’ adoption of positive thinking and behavior patterns to enhance recovery.
Outreached to community to identify and develop untapped resources for patient support.
Followed up with discharged patients to assess progress and provide ongoing support.
Used creative ability when a patient had unique life circumstances to find proper support in recovery.
Focused on patient-driven care.
Built patient rapport to find discrepancies between goals and behaviors.
Facilitated peer support groups to promote recovery and coping strategies.
Developed individualized recovery plans in collaboration with clients and treatment teams.
Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution during high-stress situations.
Mental Health Technician
10 Months
Dover Behavioral Health | 08.2021 - 06.2022
Conducted 15-minute rounds to monitor patient safety and behavior, ensuring adherence to hospital policy.
Communicated with nurses, doctors, and social workers on patient care.
Facilitated educational groups on mental health and substance abuse to promote patient awareness and recovery.
Certified in CPR, first aid, and handle-with-care training.
Completed and filed hospital documentation.
Utilized crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans under supervision of healthcare professionals.
Store Associate
6 Months
Home Goods | 02.2021 - 08.2021
Nanny
1 Year 3 Months
Private Family | 09.2019 - 12.2020
Supervised children's activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
Developed and implemented daily routines to promote structure and stability.
Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's needs and progress.
Coordinated playdates and outings, fostering social interactions among children.
Direct Support Professional
9 Months
NOWCAP Services | 12.2018 - 09.2019
Assisted with daily living activities, fostering independence and promoting dignity in care.
Implemented individualized care plans to address specific needs and preferences of clients.
Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention.
Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
Store Associate
1 Year 6 Months
Walmart | 06.2017 - 12.2018
Drive Thru
7 Months
Sonic Drive-In | 06.2014 - 01.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wyoming | Laramie, WY | 05.2027
Currently Enrolled
Associate of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies
Western Wyoming Community College | Rock Springs, WY | 05.2021
Skills
Intake assessments
Peer Recovery specialist
Client advocacy
Behavioral observation
Patient safety rounds
Crisis de-escalation
Vital signs monitoring
Urinalysis testing
HIPAA compliance
CPR certification
Certification
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
CPR & First Aid Certified
Expertise in managing diverse, multigenerational demographics
Timeline
Front Desk Associate
Elements Integrative Wellness
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Dishwasher
Young at Heart
08.2025 - 03.2026Read More
Case Manager & Peer Recovery Specialist
Essentials Recovery
06.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Peer Recovery Specialist & BHT
Essentials Recovery
12.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Peer Recovery Specialist
Dover Behavioral Health
06.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Mental Health Technician
Dover Behavioral Health
08.2021 - 06.2022Read More
Store Associate
Home Goods
02.2021 - 08.2021Read More
Nanny
Private Family
09.2019 - 12.2020Read More
Direct Support Professional
NOWCAP Services
12.2018 - 09.2019Read More
Store Associate
Walmart
06.2017 - 12.2018Read More
Drive Thru
Sonic Drive-In
06.2014 - 01.2015Read More
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Western Wyoming Community College
Associate of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies
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Associates Multidisciplinary Degree Transcripts
Courses Completed - Semester & Year
Introduction to Education — Spring 2021
Introduction to Classroom Management — Spring 2021
Introduction to Special Education — Spring 2021
Public Speaking — Fall 2020
Interpersonal Communication — Fall 2020
Nonverbal Communication — Fall 2020
Fundamentals of Exercise Science — Fall 2020
American and Wyoming Government — Summer 2020
Ceramics 1 — Spring 2020
Nutrition — Spring 2020
General Microbiology with Lab — Spring 2020
General Biology with Lab — Fall 2019
College Algebra — Fall 2019
Principles of Phlebotomy with Practicum — Fall 2019