Avery Folsom
Delta,Colorado
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Volunteer
Department Of Veterans Affairs
Grand Junction, CO
11.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals in PTSD group therapy.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Co-Chair of DEI Committee
Ouray County Communities That Care Coalition
Ouray, CO
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
- Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
- Provided recommendations on board of directors on group's effectiveness, actions, and future plans.
- Composed and transcribed well-written reports, emails and technical documents with minimal supervision.
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy, USS Sterret
San Diego, CA
05.2016 - 02.2019
- Mentored and supervised personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
- Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current equipment status.
- Directed safe and secure operations of over $750,000 worth of government property, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
- Trained 5 junior sailors to develop future leadership skills.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH09.2023
Skills
- Conflict Mediation
- Meeting Coordination and Support
- Compliance Requirements
- Payment Processing
- Customer Service Management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Staff Training
- POS System Operations
- Coordinate Schedules
- Written and Oral Communications
- Professional Relationships
Certification
- Youth Mental Health First Aid - April 2023 - April 2026
Timeline
Peer Support Volunteer
Department Of Veterans Affairs
11.2023 - Current
Co-Chair of DEI Committee
Ouray County Communities That Care Coalition
10.2022 - 04.2023
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy, USS Sterret
05.2016 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University