Althea Curry
Nashville,TN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Peer Recovery Specialist with a proven track record at Elam Mental Health, skilled in crisis intervention and relationship building. Successfully empowered clients through tailored recovery plans, enhancing engagement and promoting long-term stability. Adept at fostering supportive environments and advocating for client needs, ensuring adherence to HIPAA guidelines.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Elam Mental Health
11.2024 - Current
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Elam Mental Health
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients in navigating social services systems to secure essential resources for successful recovery.
- Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, preventing relapse and promoting continued growth in recovery.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with industry trends and enhance professional expertise as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
- Educated family members on addiction, mental health, and recovery principles to build a supportive environment for clients.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening, understanding, and genuine connection during one-on-one sessions.
- Developed resource materials such as tip sheets, educational handouts, or referral guides to assist clients throughout their journey toward lasting recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Provided guidance to clients in developing personalized relapse prevention plans, increasing success rates and long-term stability.
- Assisted clients in identifying personal strengths and challenges, fostering self-awareness and growth towards a healthier lifestyle.
- Improved the overall recovery process for clients by advocating for their needs within the treatment team.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies.
- Maintained confidentiality while sharing success stories with other professionals to promote best practices in peer recovery roles.
- Increased client engagement with treatment programs by facilitating group sessions and workshops.
- Created a safe space for open dialogue among peers, encouraging shared experiences and mutual support during group sessions.
- 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.
- Documented client interactions accurately and diligently, ensuring proper tracking of progress over time.
- Coordinated closely with clinical staff regarding updates on client progress or concerns that may require additional intervention or support.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
- Administered random toxicity and breathalyzer tests to assess adherence to recovery plans.
- Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
- Signposted additional support services, including housing, employment and childcare assistance.
- Arranged community initiatives to build supportive networks for improved rehabilitation.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide prevention
- Behavior management
- Patient safety management
- Crisis intervention
- Substance abuse awareness
- Progress monitoring
- Empathy development
- Family engagement
- Anger management
- Self-care promotion
- Sexual assault support
- Depression support
- Grief counseling
- Problem-solving
- Case documentation
- Relationship building
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Data confidentiality
- Group therapy facilitation
- Recovery support
- Excellent customer service skills
- Mental status evaluation
- HIPAA requirements
- Intake assessment
- Encouragement and motivation
- Employee training
- Mental health assessment
- Progress documentation
Certification
CPRS
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Elam Mental Health
11.2024 - Current
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Elam Mental Health
11.2024 - Current
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