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Carlos Rodriguez

Bayonne,NJ

Summary

Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist from Robert Wood Johnson (RWJ) Barnabas Health, adept in client relationship building and crisis intervention. Enhanced engagement and recovery rates through innovative group facilitation and comprehensive community resource utilization. Demonstrates strong documentation abilities and patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and support.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recovery Specialist, NCPRSS

Robert Wood Johnson (RWJ) Barnabas Health
08.2023 - Current
  • Assist clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
  • Support clients in navigating peer recovery support systems to ensure access to necessary resources for successful recovery.
  • Provide crisis intervention services when needed, preventing relapse and promoting continued growth in recovery.
  • Participate in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with industry trends and enhance professional expertise as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
  • Conduct regular check-ins with clients, monitoring progress and addressing any barriers to recovery.
  • Document client progress via RWJBH computer systems.
  • Maintained confidentiality while sharing success stories with other professionals to promote best practices in peer recovery roles.
  • Educated family members on addiction, mental health, and recovery principles to build a supportive environment for clients.
  • Documented client interactions accurately and diligently, ensuring proper tracking of progress over time.
  • Assisted clients in identifying personal strengths and challenges, fostering self-awareness and growth towards a healthier lifestyle.

Program Facilitator

Hudson County Corrections And Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - Current
  • Enhance participant engagement by creating relevant topic discussions and incorporating interactive individual and group involvement.
  • Mentor participants on best practices for self discipline and other effective recovery techniques and tactics.
  • Conduct goal planning with participants to aid in successful exit from Corrections system.
  • Lead stimulating group discussions to encourage deeper understanding of program topics and foster critical thinking skills.

Community Outreach Volunteer

Substance Abuse Prevention And Control
09.2017 - Current
  • Hudson County Recovery Court liaison and client advocate.
  • Connect with diverse populations within the substance-use community.
  • Collaborate with team members to develop targeted outreach strategies, addressing specific community needs.
  • Facilitate client transitions to community living with comprehensive discharge planning and post-discharge follow up.
  • Assist clients in developing coping strategies for managing stressors related to substance use or mental health challenges.
  • Contribute to program success by maintaining accurate documentation, tracking progress, and reporting outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
  • Monitored client progress towards established goals while adjusting interventions as needed based on feedback received from interdisciplinary team members involved in care coordination efforts.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness by analyzing outcome data and implementing continuous quality improvement initiatives based on identified areas of need.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring client safety and connecting them with appropriate resources for further support.
  • Educated families about the recovery process and available resources, fostering stronger support networks for clients during rehabilitation efforts.
  • Promoted a safe environment for clients by adhering to strict confidentiality policies and respecting individual privacy concerns at all times.
  • Supported clients in achieving personal goals by providing resources, guidance, and encouragement throughout their recovery journey.
  • Strengthened relationships with community partners through regular outreach and collaboration on mutual client goals.
  • Acted as a liaison between clients and external agencies, including housing providers, legal services, and medical professionals to ensure seamless access to required supports.
  • Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
  • Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
  • Coordinate with external agencies to secure necessary services for clients'' ongoing recovery support needs.

Construction Site Foreman

RestorePro Construction
01.2019 - 08.2023
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.

General Laborer

RestorePro
02.2017 - 01.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general construction cleaning tasks.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
  • Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
  • Kept sites clean and organized to decrease accidents and increase overall productivity.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by collaborating with team members on various tasks.
  • Improved job site organization by sorting, stacking, and properly storing materials and equipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment through regular site cleanups and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Assisted in concrete pouring activities to ensure proper leveling, finishing, and curing processes were followed.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new skills and techniques required for specific project needs.

Education

Associate of Arts - Theology

Antioch Bible College
The Bronx, NY
06.1998

Skills

  • Client Relationship Building
  • Documentation abilities
  • Group facilitation
  • Community Resources
  • Patient Advocacy
  • CPR/AED
  • Crisis Intervention

Accomplishments

  • Bronx Borough President Community Service Award for youth programs and mentorship
  • Recovery Court - Recognized for Outstanding Services
  • Integrity House Program - Recognized for Outstanding Services

Certification

Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Recovery Specialist, NCPRSS

Robert Wood Johnson (RWJ) Barnabas Health
08.2023 - Current

Program Facilitator

Hudson County Corrections And Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - Current

Construction Site Foreman

RestorePro Construction
01.2019 - 08.2023

Community Outreach Volunteer

Substance Abuse Prevention And Control
09.2017 - Current

General Laborer

RestorePro
02.2017 - 01.2019

Associate of Arts - Theology

Antioch Bible College
Carlos Rodriguez