Alyssa Gutierrez
Helio Health
Syracuse,New York
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Language
1
Certification
1
year of professional experience
Bilingual Spanish, dedicated, and compassionate peer specialist. Adept at fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. I am seeking to leverage my lived experience and peer specialist training to contribute to a progressive health care management organization.
Work History
Transition Team Peer Specialist
7 Months- Enabled individuals to build trust and promote recovery and stability through peer support based on lived experiences. Facilitated connections to community resources, supported client goal setting, and collaborated with clinical teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided peer support to individuals in recovery, fostering hope and resilience.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting supportive strategies to meet evolving needs effectively.
- Educated clients on coping techniques and self-advocacy skills to promote independence.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients' well-being.
Peer Support Specialist
9 Months- Provide one-on-one support to individuals with mental health challenges, offering empathy, understanding, and encouragement
- Advocate for clients' rights and access to resources within the community, ensuring they receive appropriate support services
- Assisted clients in navigating resources, enhancing access to mental health services and support networks.
- Facilitated peer support sessions, promoting shared experiences and fostering community engagement.
Peer Lead
5 Months- Provide one-on-one support to individuals with mental health challenges, offering empathy, understanding, and companionship
- Attend professional development workshops and training to enhance knowledge of mental health disorders and evidence-based interventions
- Mentored new peer support staff, sharing best practices for effective client interactions and support methods.
Education
- Humanities and Social Services
High School Diploma
Skills
Peer advocacy
Crisis intervention
Resource coordination
Documentation management
Teamwork and collaboration
Coping strategies
Communication & interpersonal connection
Positive demeanor
Certification
- Certified Peer Support Specialist, NYCPS - May 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Transition Team Peer Specialist
Helio Health
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Peer Support Specialist
Horizon Peers
06.2025 - 03.2026Read More
Peer Lead
CoPeers
04.2025 - 09.2025Read More
Onondaga Community College
from Humanities and Social Services
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Fort Hamilton High School
High School Diploma
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