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Andrew Didway

Portland,OR

Summary

Collaborative, service oriented human services professional desiring to apply skills and vast work experience to continue building a thriving program and participant community. Humility, genuine curiosity, and care driving a skilled communicator to accept new challenges in life through leadership. Solution oriented with a strong belief that wisdom lies in the group and its a leaders job to support and channel their teams talents.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veteran Peer Support Specialist

Do Good Multnomah
10.2024 - Current
  • Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience
  • Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success
  • Built relationships with participants based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills
  • Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties
  • Coordinated participant support with Case Managers, Housing Navigators, and VA liaison
  • Supported participants in meeting individual goals and connecting with Case Managers and Housing Navigators
  • Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties and referred participants to supportive services
  • Coordinated with treatment providers
  • Monitored and reported on client progress, providing valuable feedback for continuous program improvemen.
  • Facilitated community meetings and activities to promote participant social engagement

Career Navigator

SE Works-Portland, OR
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify clients'' skills, interests, and values, formulating individualized career plans
  • Provided case management services linking participants to employment and various supportive resources
  • Used motivational interviewing to help participants explore and identify individual goals
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and outcomes, contributing to program evaluation efforts
  • Provided ongoing support to clients during their job search process, offering motivation and constructive feedback as needed
  • Maintained accurate records and metrics using several data entry systems to track client and program outcomes

Veterans Supportive Housing Peer Wellness Specialist

New Narrative-Portland, OR
  • Provided Peer Support Services to residents in permanent supportive housing
  • Met one on one with Veterans using Motivational Interviewing to facilitate resident in exploring and identifying individual goals
  • Promoted resident wellness through weekly mindfulness walks
  • Planned and coordinated community events to promote resident engagement and healthy social relationships
  • Met with VA liaison weekly to coordinate resident support
  • Provided crisis intervention to residents and guests experiencing acute distress
  • Developed safety plans with residents to support resiliency
  • Supported Veterans by providing conflict resolution

Peer Wellness Specialist

New Narrative Comfort Zone
  • Provided Peer Support Services in a low-barrier drop-in center
  • Developed programming and groups for new drop-in center
  • Facilitated '"TED Talk" Tuesday' support group presenting a "TED Talk" focused on mental health recovery, resiliency, or wellness and facilitating group discussion
  • Co-facilitated weekly 'Hearing Voices' support group, a peer led group for individuals who "hear voices, see visions, or have similar sensory experiences"
  • Facilitated weekly "Wellbriety Wednesday 12-Step Medicine Wheel" recovery group, "developed by and for indigenous Americans but open to all" and providing an alternative to traditional 12-step programs
  • Supported New Narratives Clubhouse, assisting Clubhouse members and staff with daily tasks
  • Provided peers support to incarcerated individuals through referral from Metro Public Defenders case management

Case Manager/Peer Recovery Specialist

Mendocino Coast Clinics-Fort Bragg, CA
  • Developed new peer support/case management role and responsiblities in rural health clinic's Medication Assisted Treatment program
  • Used motivational interviewing and collaborative problem solving to support patients in navigating recovery from addiction
  • Worked with patients on relapse prevention plans
  • Facilitated weekly recovery support group
  • Linked patients with community resources related to healthcare, housing, employment, volunteering, and recovery support
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates
  • Developed partnerships with local agencies to provide broader range of services for clients, broadening their support network
  • Coordinated closely with Medical Director and clinical staff regarding updates on client progress or concerns that may require additional intervention or support
  • Empowered clients through coaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies
  • Met and collaborated with mental health team weekly to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies
  • Accurately documented patient interactions in Electronic Health Records program

Assembler B/Business Team Lead

Boeing Commercial Aircraft
09.2011 - 10.2014
  • Met with team weekly to monitor and evaluate metrics related to production cost, manufacturing time, and manufacturing errors
  • Led and supported right wing assembly/rigging team in cost reduction through process improvement projects
  • Supported team in planning to address manufacturing errors using collaborative leadership
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues
  • Established strong relationships with supervisors, managers and engineering teams through consistent communication regarding progress updates, concerns, or areas for potential improvement
  • Worked with manufacturing team to optimize workspace organization, leading to safer and more efficient assembly environment
  • Coordinated with engineering and tooling departments to support team process improvement intiatives


Field Artillery Survey Team Chief

USMC
05.2000 - 04.2004
  • Supported battalion commander in ensuring accurate artillery fire by accurately determining positions and orientation of friendly as well as enemy assets
  • Led fire-team of Marines in the execution of survey and target acquisition missions
  • Performed route and area reconnaissance for battalion commanding officer to identify enemy movement, potential ambush sites, and potential hazards
  • Provided unit commander with accurate terrain sketches
  • Performed stellar and solar observations providing accurate azimuth for the aiming of artillery pieces
  • Employed gyroscopic geospatial equipment to accurately determine positioning of artillery assets
  • Mentored junior Marines and supported professional development
  • Provided clear direction to the team through concise communication of expectations and objectives on a regular basis
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues
  • Boosted team morale by organizing regular team-building activities and fostering a positive work environment

Education

Bachelor of Liberal Arts - 2015-2018

Dharma Realm Buddhist University

Skills

  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
  • Crisis De-Escalation
  • Relationship Building
  • Case Management
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Facilitating Collaborative Teamwork
  • Group Facilitation
  • Conflict Management
  • Process Improvement

Certification

  • Oregon Peer Wellness Specialist Certification
  • QPR Suicide Intervention
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Wellbriety Medicine Wheel Facilitator Certification
  • Hearing Voices Group Facilitator Certfication
  • Hearing Voices Maastricht Interview Certification
  • Boeing Accelerated Improvement Workshop Leader Certification
  • Boeing Employee Involvement Team Lead Course Certification
  • SixSigma Green Belt Certification
  • USMC Infantry Squad Leader Combat Leadership Course
  • USMC Corporals Course
  • USMC Principles of Instruction for NCO's


Timeline

Veteran Peer Support Specialist

Do Good Multnomah
10.2024 - Current

Assembler B/Business Team Lead

Boeing Commercial Aircraft
09.2011 - 10.2014

Field Artillery Survey Team Chief

USMC
05.2000 - 04.2004

Career Navigator

SE Works-Portland, OR

Veterans Supportive Housing Peer Wellness Specialist

New Narrative-Portland, OR

Peer Wellness Specialist

New Narrative Comfort Zone

Case Manager/Peer Recovery Specialist

Mendocino Coast Clinics-Fort Bragg, CA

Bachelor of Liberal Arts - 2015-2018

Dharma Realm Buddhist University

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