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Antonia Farias

Antonia Farias

Richmond,KY

Summary

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.

Understanding Peer Support Specialist knowledgeable in care system navigation and willing to share life experiences related to mental illness. Energetic professional with more than Number years of expertise providing mental support as well as advice and assistance to those wanting to change lives positively.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Inspector

Global
Georgetown, KY
06.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.

Peer Support Specialist

Addiction Recovery Care
Hazard, KY
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • 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.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.

Peer Support Specialist

Kentucky Addiction Centers
Winchester, KY
04.2019 - 06.2020
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Maintained computers, printers and technical resources to avoid disruption in operations.
  • made daily notes on patients as well as billing for their services.

Line Assembler

KDMK
Mount Sterling, KY
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Practiced standard operating procedures for consistent production results.
  • Met daily quotas consistently by always working hard and efficiently with little downtime.
  • Restocked other stations and moved completed items to other stations for additional processing.
  • Protected team members by identifying and removing safety hazards, keeping pathways clear and equipment properly stored.

Peer Support Specialist

Mountain Comprehensive Care
Prestonsburg, KY
01.2017 - 11.2017
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
  • Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
  • Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
  • Attended classes and seminars to enhance knowledge of equipment and operating systems.
  • Helped patients to deal with realities of Type diagnoses and develop coping skills.

Cashier

McDonald's Restaurant
Paintsville, KY
02.2016 - 12.2016
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Specializing in Drug Addiction

Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY
02.2017

Skills

  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Office Meetings
  • Reading Comprehension

Presentation Delivery

  • Group Facilitation Support
  • Peer Interaction
  • Staff Meetings
  • Effective Listening
  • Safety Protocols
  • Coaching and Mentoring

Timeline

Quality Control Inspector

Global
06.2022 - Current

Peer Support Specialist

Addiction Recovery Care
06.2020 - 07.2022

Peer Support Specialist

Kentucky Addiction Centers
04.2019 - 06.2020

Line Assembler

KDMK
01.2018 - 03.2018

Peer Support Specialist

Mountain Comprehensive Care
01.2017 - 11.2017

Cashier

McDonald's Restaurant
02.2016 - 12.2016

Associate Of Applied Science - Specializing in Drug Addiction

Big Sandy Community And Technical College

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