Christopher Friend
Morgantown
Summary
Dynamic leader and compassionate mental health advocate with a proven track record at Mental Health America and WVU Medicine. Excelled in crisis intervention and stress management, enhancing patient satisfaction and fostering strong community partnerships.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Brewer
High Ground Brewing
04.2021 - 02.2025
- Participated in community events and beer festivals to increase brand visibility and build strong relationships with customers.
- Mentored assistant brewers, fostering a culture of teamwork and professional development within the brewery.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring ample supply of raw materials and minimizing waste.
- Worked closely with distribution partners to ensure timely delivery of products while maintaining freshness standards throughout transportation stages.
Mental Health Specialist
WVU Medicine
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or acute distress while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards.
- Ensured safety of patients through close observation during high-risk situations such as suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for improved social skills development and emotional regulation in patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction by maintaining a therapeutic environment tailored to individual needs and preferences.
General Laborer
Taylor Maintenance and Renovations
05.2019 - 11.2019
- 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.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
Social Worker
Baptist Hospital
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Executive Director
Mental Health America
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization''s mission.
Mental Health Specialist
WVU Medicine
06.2011 - 11.2014
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
- Stayed current on mental health research to follow new developments and research in mental health field.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
Office Assistant; Dept. of Psychology
Fairmont State University
10.2007 - 05.2011
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV05-2011
Skills
- Anxiety reduction techniques
- Stress management strategies
- Self-harm prevention
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Head Brewer
High Ground Brewing
04.2021 - 02.2025
Mental Health Specialist
WVU Medicine
11.2019 - 03.2021
General Laborer
Taylor Maintenance and Renovations
05.2019 - 11.2019
Social Worker
Baptist Hospital
10.2016 - 05.2019
Executive Director
Mental Health America
11.2014 - 09.2015
Mental Health Specialist
WVU Medicine
06.2011 - 11.2014
Office Assistant; Dept. of Psychology
Fairmont State University
10.2007 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Social Work
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fairmont State University
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