ANTHONY HORTON
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker and consensus builder.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Veteran Services Of The Carolinas
04.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Attended classes and seminars to enhance knowledge of equipment and operating systems.
- Fostered relationships with 100+ partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Team Chief
Department Of Defense
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Work closely with supervisors in collaborative realm to help determine present and future personnel development needs.
- Battalion Hazmat Certifier for Hazardous Materials being transported into battle.
- Identifies and implements efficient and effective training methods and strategies based on available role, mission standards, and needs of the organization.
- Coordinates personal counseling sessions with direct supervisor and teams; oversees preparation of training and developmental rhythm.
- Oversaw direct evaluation of 35 team members based on career progression, standards met, and personal goals.
- Created Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) process. Led to 99% Safety Compliance Record, raised awareness, and $0 loss of equipment worth more than $500,000.
- Designed and presented more than 50 training and development projects to team of 100+ personnel during remote work.
- Collaborates with Executive Officer to manage equipment/training deadlines, execute tasks and prioritize optimal project completion.
Combat Medical Specialist
United States Army
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Provided austere emergency medical care to over 1000 personnel and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Contributed to 50 medical evacuations and transport of patients to other medical facilities.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Project Management
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC10.2024
Associate Degree - Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology
The University of Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX2.2014
High School Diploma -
Wake Forest-Rolesville High School
Raleigh, NC06.2011
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Supervising Subordinates
- Safety
- Mission Support
- Environmental Practices
- Lean Manufacturing
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma: Yellow Belt Training - July 2022
- Foundations of Project Management Certification - July 2022
- Scrum: Advanced Certification-July 2022
- Hazardous Materials Handling/Transportation Certification-July 2022
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Traumatic Event Management Certification- June 2022
- BLS/CLS/CPR/First Aid Certification- Current
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Veteran Services Of The Carolinas
04.2023 - Current
Team Chief
Department Of Defense
06.2019 - 08.2022
Combat Medical Specialist
United States Army
08.2014 - 06.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Project Management
Wake Technical Community College
Associate Degree - Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology
The University of Incarnate Word
High School Diploma -
Wake Forest-Rolesville High School
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