Summary
Overview
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Education
Skills
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Affiliations
Certification
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Austin Walpole

Denver,CO

Summary

Compassionate Peer Recovery Specialist with background in aiding individuals battling substance abuse and mental health issues. Strong experience providing one-on-one support, facilitating recovery groups, and implementing personalized recovery plans. Skills include crisis management, motivational interviewing, and behavioral intervention techniques. Impactful history of fostering resilience and promoting long-term recovery based on each individual's strength and potential for change.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Recovery Specialist

Somatic Solutions Counseling
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional and mental support.
  • Conducted assessments to identify needs, strengths, and resources of clients.
  • Provided follow-up care after discharge from clinical settings or other programs.
  • Adhered to applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients by providing a safe, supportive environment.
  • Educated clients on available community resources that could enhance their quality of life.
  • Monitored client activities in order to assess the effectiveness of treatment plans.
  • Encouraged open communication between all parties involved in the client's case.
  • Assisted clients with developing healthy coping skills to manage stressors.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss cases and develop treatment plans.
  • Provided feedback regarding program operations and improvement opportunities.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress through use of electronic medical record system.
  • Coordinated referrals for additional services as needed based on client needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for clients.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Management

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
05-2009

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Client assessment
  • Treatment planning
  • Community resource education
  • Electronic records management
  • Case management
  • Coping strategy development
  • Relapse prevention

Accomplishments

  • I have led a high performance team as a sargeant in the US ARMY.
  • Managed crisis response efforts with fellow Veterans.

Affiliations

  • Consistently maintained high performance in academics/work while engaging in extracurricular and leadership activates.
  • Volunteer regularly with local charities and youth mentorship programs while maintaining a demanding schedule.

Certification

  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Combat Lifesavers
  • Craft Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Peer Recovery Specialist

Somatic Solutions Counseling
09.2023 - Current

Associate of Science - Business Management

Des Moines Area Community College