Andrew Mnkande
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Peer Recovery Specialist with experience in enhancing client recovery through innovative peer support and crisis intervention. Using mental health awareness and motivational interviewing, I've empowered clients and their families, fostering significant growth in recovery environments. Skilled in developing treatment/ crisis/ safety plans, following up with consumers, and documenting progress.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
Affiliated Sante Group
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client recovery by developing and implementing individualized peer support plans.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening, understanding, and genuine connection during dispatches
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, preventing relapse and promoting continued growth in recovery.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies.
- Educated family members on addiction, mental health, and recovery principles to build a supportive environment for clients.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount St. Joseph High School
Baltimore, MD05.2010
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Relapse Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Resource Navigation
- Adaptability
- Documentation And Reporting
- Crisis Management
- Recovery planning
Certification
CPRS - Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (MABPCB)
Community
Currently the slip signer, key tagger, and cleanup crew of one of my homegroups, Grow or Die/ Candlelight (Fridays @9pm)
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
Affiliated Sante Group
10.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mount St. Joseph High School
CPRS - Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (MABPCB)
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