Aslam Ashari
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
To secure a position as a peer specialist focusing on substance and mental health for individuals.
Good listener, patient with participants.
Honest, empathy, compassion, also motivated.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic Certified Peer Specialist
Resources for Human Development, Inc
11.2021 - Current
- Maintained thorough documentation of client progress notes, assessments, and treatment plans in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Advocated for client needs within mental health services systems, promoting access to appropriate care options.
- Empowered clients to make informed decisions about their care by providing education on available resources and wellness strategies.
- Helped individuals set realistic goals based on personal life situations and strengths.
Volunteer Peer Specialist
AL BANIYYAH MOSQUE
08.2021 - Current
- Provide one-on-one support and counseling to individuals in need of mental health support;
- Create action plans for individuals seeking support with substance abuse
Security Guard
AA SECURITY
08.2021 - Current
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols at a local construction site
Certified Peer Specialist for Mental Health and Substance Abuse
STATE CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION WAYMART
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Worked with inmates undergoing counselling for substance abuse and/ or mental health crises;
- Provided one-on-one support to inmates in the prison’s mental health ward;
- Led group support sessions via the Wellness Recovery Action Plan and created reports action plans to assist with recovery;
- Identified and referred inmates for substance abuse and mental health support
Laborer
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA – MAYOR’S OFFICE OF COMMUNICATION
11.2004 - 05.2007
- Assisted with the setup and organization of mayoral events such as Hurricane Katrina relief, Operation Safe Street, and other large-scaled events
Education
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Certified Recovery Specialist/Certified Family Rec
Resources For Human Development
4700 Wissahickon Ave09.2023
N/A - Basic Education
General Adult Education Studies
New Hampshire, OH03.1991
Skills
- Trauma experience
- Social skills
- Mental health awareness
- Recordkeeping understanding
- Self-Care Techniques
- Emotional Regulation
- Stress Reduction
- Relapse Prevention
- Family Support
- Goal Setting
- Motivational Interviewing
- Life Skills Coaching
- Documentation abilities
- Resource Linkage
- Recovery planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Empathy Development
- Boundary Setting
- Substance abuse
- Substance abuse support
- Resilience building
- Resource advocacy
- Assertiveness Training
- Wellness Management
- Personal assessments
- Social networking
- Independent living
- Education assistance
- Substance abuse education
- Emotional care
- Peer support
- Living skills
- Active Learning
- Community Resources
- Skill Development
- Life Skills Development
- Motivational Techniques
- Recovery support services
- Crisis support
- Recovery skills modeling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Analytical Thinking
Certification
- Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist License, 09/01/19
- Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
Otherexperience
- Worked as a contractor performing demolition of commercial properties in Montgomery County
- Completed some coursework in business management
Timeline
Forensic Certified Peer Specialist
Resources for Human Development, Inc
11.2021 - Current
Volunteer Peer Specialist
AL BANIYYAH MOSQUE
08.2021 - Current
Security Guard
AA SECURITY
08.2021 - Current
Certified Peer Specialist for Mental Health and Substance Abuse
STATE CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION WAYMART
09.2019 - 08.2021
Laborer
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA – MAYOR’S OFFICE OF COMMUNICATION
11.2004 - 05.2007
- Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist License, 09/01/19
- Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Certified Recovery Specialist/Certified Family Rec
Resources For Human Development
N/A - Basic Education
General Adult Education Studies
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