Stephen Sneade
Tazewell,VA
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
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
VADOC
Tazewell, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Attended regular staff meetings with supervisors to review best practices for working with recovering individuals.
- Supported clients by providing encouragement during difficult times of relapse prevention.
- Encouraged clients to participate in self-help programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous/ Narcotics Anonymous meetings and/or Celebrate Recovery.
- Assisted clients in identifying personal goals and creating strategies for achieving them.
- Coached clients on how to develop healthy coping skills through evidence-based practices such as mindfulness techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Facilitated weekly support groups for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder.
- Facilitated group discussions focused on topics such as relapse prevention planning or managing stressors without resorting to substance use.
Re-entry Peer Mentor
VADOC
Tazewell, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in training sessions related to effective peer mentoring techniques.
- Assisted with the development of individualized plans for success.
- Led weekly meetings with mentors and mentees to assess progress towards goals set during previous meetings.
- Conducted one-on-one meetings to discuss progress and provide feedback.
Elder in Church
VADOC
Tazewell, VA
06.2023 - Current
Chaplin's Clerk
VADOC
Tazewell
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Created memos, letters, emails, reports, presentations as requested by management.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Utilized computer software programs to create reports, labels, forms.
- Answered customer inquiries.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.
- Entered data into computer systems accurately and efficiently.
Support Worker/House Man
VADOC
Sussex, VA
2018 - 2022
- Clean and sanitize restrooms and break rooms, including sinks, toilets, counters, mirrors, and floors.
- Empty trash cans and replace liners as needed.
- Respond quickly to spills or messes in order to minimize damage.
- Disinfect door handles and light switches on a daily basis.
- Inspect for any safety hazards or maintenance issues that need attention.
- Set up chairs and tables for events or meetings as required by management.
Teachers Aide Commercial Arts & Design
VADOC
Sussex, VA
2011 - 2015
- Assisted teachers with classroom activities and instruction.
- Assisted in implementing Individual Education Plans.
- Ensured all students had access to appropriate educational resources needed for success in the classroom environment.
- Assisted teachers with grading assignments, preparing lesson plans, and organizing classrooms.
- Created positive relationships with students through active listening and positive reinforcement of behavior expectations.
Education
Spirituality & Recovery (PRS Class)
State of Virginia
Pocahontas Va.06-2024
Decision Points 7 Interactive Journaling
State of Virginia
Pocahontas Va06-2024
(T4C)Thinking For A Change
State of Virginia
Pocahontas Va.03-2024
PRS Training
State of Virginia
Pocahontas Va.02-2024
CBISA
State of Virginia
Pocahontas Va.11-2023
P.R.E.P.S
State of Virginia
Pocahontas, VA09-2023
Offender Responsibiltyi
ACCI
Sussex Va.07-2020
Offender Corrections
ACCI
Sussex Va.06-2020
Substance Abuse
ACCI
Sussex Va.06-2020
(T4C) Thinking For A Change
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.04-2020
(DBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.07-2019
Kairos
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.04-2019
Facilitate Victims Impact
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.04-2019
Before & After
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.04-2019
Advanced Home Restoration
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.08-2018
Positive Psychology
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.05-2018
Victim's Impact
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.02-2018
Commercial Arts & Design
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.05-2012
DCE Tutor Training
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.02-2012
Problem Solving
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.08-2010
Cognitive Reconstruction
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.05-2010
Meditation Group
State of Virginia
Sussex Va.11-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites
Ohio University
Sussex Va.01-2009
Anger Management
State of Virginia
Sussex Va05-2008
Forklift Safety Training
State of Virginia
Sussex Virginia12-2005
Painting And Drywall
State of Virginia
Sussex Virginia10-2002
Cognitive Skills
State of Virginia
Wallens Ridge Virginia06-2002
GED -
State of Virginia
Wallens Ridge01-2001
Custodial Maintenance
State of Virginia
Wallens Ridge Virginia06-2001
Substance Abuse
State of Virginia
Southampton Va.01-2000
Skills
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Boundary Setting
- Resource Navigation
- Motivational Interviewing
- Routine Maintenance
- Documentation abilities
- Basic maintenance skills
- Repair knowledge
- Repair skills
- Client Relationship Building
- Social Psychology
- Group Counseling
- Psychology
- Therapy and counseling
- Patient Advocacy
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Support Group Facilitation
- Written Communication
- Mental Health Support
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professionalism
- Organizational Skills
- File and Record Keeping
- Documentation And Reporting
- Attention to Detail
- Addictions specialist
- Data Confidentiality
Accomplishments
- certificate of appreciation re-entry fair
- certificate of appreciation graduation choir
- warrior games winner (the murph & 5K
- softball champs
- crossfit champs
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
VADOC
02.2024 - Current
Re-entry Peer Mentor
VADOC
01.2024 - Current
Elder in Church
VADOC
06.2023 - Current
Chaplin's Clerk
VADOC
02.2023 - 09.2023
Support Worker/House Man
VADOC
2018 - 2022
Teachers Aide Commercial Arts & Design
VADOC
2011 - 2015
Spirituality & Recovery (PRS Class)
State of Virginia
Decision Points 7 Interactive Journaling
State of Virginia
(T4C)Thinking For A Change
State of Virginia
PRS Training
State of Virginia
CBISA
State of Virginia
P.R.E.P.S
State of Virginia
Offender Responsibiltyi
ACCI
Offender Corrections
ACCI
Substance Abuse
ACCI
(T4C) Thinking For A Change
State of Virginia
(DBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy
State of Virginia
Kairos
State of Virginia
Facilitate Victims Impact
State of Virginia
Before & After
State of Virginia
Advanced Home Restoration
State of Virginia
Positive Psychology
State of Virginia
Victim's Impact
State of Virginia
Commercial Arts & Design
State of Virginia
DCE Tutor Training
State of Virginia
Problem Solving
State of Virginia
Cognitive Reconstruction
State of Virginia
Meditation Group
State of Virginia
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites
Ohio University
Anger Management
State of Virginia
Forklift Safety Training
State of Virginia
Painting And Drywall
State of Virginia
Cognitive Skills
State of Virginia
GED -
State of Virginia
Custodial Maintenance
State of Virginia
Substance Abuse
State of Virginia
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