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Amber Dunaja

Perryville,MD

Summary

Driven by a passion for mental health awareness and peer advocacy, I enhanced recovery outcomes at Voices Of Hope through collaborative care plans and effective communication. Leveraging motivational interviewing and recovery planning skills, I significantly contributed to client wellness, while my leadership at Thompson Automotive spurred business growth through strategic improvements and exceptional customer service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist/Community Health Worker

Voices Of Hope
12.2022 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
  • Assisted clients in developing and maintaining personalized wellness plans, guiding them in setting achievable goals for improved mental health outcomes.
  • Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional and practical support in both group and one-on-one settings.

Warehouse Worker

Parker Plastics
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.

Internet Sales Assistant Manager

Thompson Automotive, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
09.2015 - 11.2017
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.

Education

Medical Assistant Program - Medical Assistance

Brightwood University
Baltimore, MD
03.2013

High School Diploma -

Sparrows Point High School
Sparrows Point, MD
06.2012

Skills

  • Peer Advocacy
  • Mental health awareness
  • Substance Abuse Knowledge
  • Self-Care Techniques
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Resource Navigation
  • Wellness strategies
  • Recovery planning
  • Boundary Setting
  • Recovery guidance
  • Communication abilities
  • Motivational Interviewing

Certification

  • Certified Peer Recovery Specialist , Voices Of Hope - 2022-2024
  • Certified Community Health Worker, Voices Of Hope - 2022-2024
  • CPR Certified
  • Professionalism Certificate
  • Mental Health First Aid Certificate
  • Ethical Consideration's Certificate
  • Public Health Literacy Certificate
  • Ethics 2.0 Certificate
  • Recovery Coach Academy Certificate
  • Financial Wellness Certificate

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist/Community Health Worker

Voices Of Hope
12.2022 - Current

Warehouse Worker

Parker Plastics
02.2018 - 01.2020

Internet Sales Assistant Manager

Thompson Automotive, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
09.2015 - 11.2017

Medical Assistant Program - Medical Assistance

Brightwood University

High School Diploma -

Sparrows Point High School
  • Certified Peer Recovery Specialist , Voices Of Hope - 2022-2024
  • Certified Community Health Worker, Voices Of Hope - 2022-2024
  • CPR Certified
  • Professionalism Certificate
  • Mental Health First Aid Certificate
  • Ethical Consideration's Certificate
  • Public Health Literacy Certificate
  • Ethics 2.0 Certificate
  • Recovery Coach Academy Certificate
  • Financial Wellness Certificate
Amber Dunaja