Corey Darden
Garner
Summary
Compassionate professional with a focus on peer support ethics and boundary setting. Experienced in assisting clients with coping strategies and personal goals, while collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Dozandcocare
Raleigh, NC
09.2025 - Current
- Provided empathetic support to individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies and achieving personal goals.
- Facilitated group sessions to foster community connections among peers.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care for clients.
Food Vendor/Small Business Owner
C-Dogs Food Stand
Raleigh, NC
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Managed daily operations of food stand, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and customer service protocols.
- Developed efficient inventory management processes to minimize waste and optimize supply usage.
- Implemented streamlined order processing system, enhancing speed of service during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the food stand.
Installation Manager/Owner/Operator
Floor Generals
Raleigh, NC
06.1996 - 02.2014
- Oversaw installation projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control measures.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for installation techniques and customer service excellence.
- Oversaw quality control measures during installations, identifying potential issues early on to minimize costly rework later.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Implemented safety protocols for all installation projects, reducing workplace accidents and injuries.
Education
No Degree - Mental Health
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCHigh School Diploma -
Richmond High School
Richmond, CA07-1984
Skills
- Peer support ethics
- Recovery guidance
- Boundary setting
- Substance abuse awareness
- Wellness recovery action plan
- Resource navigation
Certification
- NCPS - National Certified Peer Specialist
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Dozandcocare
09.2025 - Current
Food Vendor/Small Business Owner
C-Dogs Food Stand
03.2015 - 03.2021
Installation Manager/Owner/Operator
Floor Generals
06.1996 - 02.2014
No Degree - Mental Health
Wake Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Richmond High School