Adrienne Patterson
Baltimore,Maryland
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Support Worker
Emerge Baltimore
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.
- Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes with accurate documentation of mental health symptoms and progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
Peer Recovery Specialist
Divine Light
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced client recovery by developing and implementing individualized peer support plans.
- Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
- Increased client engagement with treatment programs by facilitating group sessions and workshops.
- Improved the overall recovery process for clients by advocating for their needs within the treatment team.
- Conducted regular check-ins with clients, monitoring progress and addressing any barriers to recovery
- Connected clients with community resources and services, fostering a strong support network for sustained recovery
Program Coordinator
Precision Healthcare
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Developed effective communication strategies for improved collaboration among team members, resulting in increased productivity.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of program deliverables, maintaining project schedules and meeting objectives.
Direct Support Professional
Shura, Inc
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
Medic
U.S.Army
06.1985 - 04.2014
- Improved patient care by conducting thorough medical assessments and developing comprehensive treatment plans.
- Enhanced emergency response capabilities by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of medical procedures and protocols for various situations.
- Streamlined hospital operations by effectively coordinating with other healthcare professionals to manage patient care.
- Reduced response times to critical incidents by efficiently prioritizing emergency calls and dispatching appropriate medical personnel.
Education
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
CCBC
Dundalk, MD05.2024
High School Diploma -
Chesapeake High School
Baltimore, MD06.1985
Skills
- Service Coordination
- Family Support
- Relapse Prevention
- Crisis Intervention
- Residential Support
- Life Skills Coaching
Certification
Peer Recovery Specialist
Certified Medication Technician
CPR/First Aide
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
Divine Light
01.2023 - 11.2023
Mental Health Support Worker
Emerge Baltimore
08.2022 - 12.2023
Program Coordinator
Precision Healthcare
04.2021 - 10.2022
Direct Support Professional
Shura, Inc
06.2019 - 09.2022
Medic
U.S.Army
06.1985 - 04.2014
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
CCBC
High School Diploma -
Chesapeake High School
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