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Amanda Stone

D'Iberville,MS

Summary

Certified Peer Support Specialist with experience in mental health and substance abuse recovery. Skilled in providing compassionate support, leading group sessions, and crisis intervention, leading to improved client coping strategies and overall wellness.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
Gulfport, MS
02.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated peer support groups to cultivate trust and promote collective growth among participants.
  • Provided emotional and practical support to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges.
  • Conducted GPRA assessments for the SOR grant, ensuring precise data collection and reporting.
  • Coordinated provider referrals to improve service accessibility for clients.
  • Maintained documentation accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with DMH standards.

Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor

Mississippi Drug & Alcohol Treatment Center
Biloxi, MS
07.2021 - 07.2023

Facilitated continuous learning and professional growth through staff mentorship.

  • Submitted completed patient reports daily for management review and evaluation.
  • Assisted in organizing external appointment transportation when required.
  • Executed client searches upon facility return to uphold security standards.
  • Ensured client and employee areas remained orderly and well-stocked.
  • Conducted comprehensive intake interviews with new patients, assessing mental health and history.
  • Ensured patient safety across all facility zones, maintaining a secure environment.

Front Desk Clerk

Quality Inn and Suites
Oxford, MS
10.2014 - 10.2019

Cultivated professional relationships with guests, enhancing customer retention through coordinated service.

  • Met walk-in customer needs by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of room availability and promotions.
  • Conducted daily shift reports to analyze occupancy levels and revenue metrics.
  • Computed bills, processed payments, and provided accurate change for guests.
  • Assisted guests during check-in, delivering information on hotel services.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping and maintenance teams to resolve building and room issues efficiently.
  • Managed office supply inventory to ensure adequate levels throughout workdays.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
08-2026

A.A. - Social Work

MGCCC
Gulfport, MS
12.2024

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Client advocacy and support
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Community engagement initiatives
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Team collaboration
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Treatment planning
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Effective communication skills
  • Support group facilitation

Certification

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist
  • CPR
  • MANDT

References

Angela Mallette
Email: ammallette57@gmail.com
Phone: 769-234-5380

Angela Quadrani
Email: angie_q@hotmail.com
Phone: 906-396-0520

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
02.2024 - Current

Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor

Mississippi Drug & Alcohol Treatment Center
07.2021 - 07.2023

Front Desk Clerk

Quality Inn and Suites
10.2014 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University

A.A. - Social Work

MGCCC
Amanda Stone