Adam Townsend
Vienna,WV
Summary
Proactive Youth Peer Recovery Support Specialist and Night Manager with extensive experience in client transitions, community resource referrals, and recovery planning. Skilled in facilitating recovery groups, mentoring clients, and enhancing team collaboration. Known for strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and commitment to client success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Westbrook Health Services
2022.07 - Current
- Facilitated client transitions to community living with comprehensive discharge planning and post-discharge follow up.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local community resources available to clients in order to provide accurate information and appropriate referrals when needed.
- Supported clients in achieving personal goals by providing resources, guidance, and encouragement throughout their recovery journey.
- Increased client satisfaction by tailoring support services to meet unique cultural, linguistic, or other specific requirements.
- Participates in Juvenile Drug Court treatment team.
- Facilitates recovery groups, events, and community service for youth in the surrounding areas.
Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Peer Solutions
2022.06 - 2022.06
- Facilitated client transitions to community living with comprehensive discharge planning and post-discharge follow up.
- Enhanced team collaboration in the treatment process through effective communication and active participation in interdisciplinary meetings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local community resources available to clients in order to provide accurate information and appropriate referrals when needed.
- Educated families about the recovery process and available resources, fostering stronger support networks for clients during rehabilitation efforts.
Night Manager
Hope Center Ministries
2022.01 - 2022.05
- Facilitate daily operations of facility.
- Mentor clients.
- Facilitate activities for clients.
- Facilitate recovery groups.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC12.2027
High School Diploma -
Parkersburg South High School
Parkersburg, WV05.1997
Skills
- Behavioral Health Interventions
- Mental health awareness
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Professional boundaries
- Relapse Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural Competence
- Self-Care Promotion
- Family Support
- Recovery planning
- Goal Setting Assistance
- Empathy Development
- Psychoeducation Delivery
- Peer Support Expertise
- Routine Maintenance
- Client Relationship Building
- Repair skills
- Documentation abilities
- Legal Compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Community Resources
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Behavior Management
- Providing community referrals
- CPR/AED
- Interpersonal Skills
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Certified Recovery Specialist
Timeline
Youth Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Westbrook Health Services
2022.07 - Current
Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Peer Solutions
2022.06 - 2022.06
Night Manager
Hope Center Ministries
2022.01 - 2022.05
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Southern Wesleyan University
High School Diploma -
Parkersburg South High School
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