Cynthia Limary
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Peer Support Specialist with extensive experience at Lifeline Connections, specializing in recovery guidance and boundary management. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve client outcomes through resilience-building and emotional support. Committed to ethical practices, empowering individuals with customized coping strategies and active listening skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Lifeline Connections
Crisis Center, Vancouver WA
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
- Provided emotional support to individuals navigating mental health challenges.
- Facilitated group sessions, encouraging peer interaction and sharing of experiences.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies tailored to their needs.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and providing feedback to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans were implemented.
- Educated clients on available resources and community support services for ongoing assistance.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage potential clients in need of peer support services.
- Maintained confidentiality and adherence to ethical guidelines in all interactions with clients.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
Activities Director
Frontier Foster Home
Vale, OR
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Developed engaging recreational programs to enhance resident participation and well-being.
- Coordinated daily activities, ensuring alignment with residents' interests and capabilities.
- Facilitated workshops to promote social interaction among residents and staff.
- Evaluated feedback from participants to refine program offerings effectively.
- Trained and supervised volunteers in activity planning and execution.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to integrate therapeutic activities into care plans.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for various recreational activities.
- Implemented safety protocols during events to ensure a secure environment for residents.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Supported cognitive health through the implementation of brain fitness programs designed to stimulate mental acuity in older adults.
Medical Administration
U S. Army
Sacramento, CA
02.1987 - 06.1994
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
- Provided emotional support to individuals navigating mental health challenges.
- Facilitated group sessions, encouraging peer interaction and sharing of experiences.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies tailored to their needs.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and providing feedback to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans were implemented.
- Educated clients on available resources and community support services for ongoing assistance.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage potential clients in need of peer support services.
- Maintained confidentiality and adherence to ethical guidelines in all interactions with clients.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
Psychiatric Technician
Intermountain Hospital
Boise, ID
02.2011 - 12.2014
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health status to ensure safety and well-being.
- Assisted in implementing treatment plans under the supervision of nursing staff.
- Documented patient progress and communicated observations effectively to interdisciplinary teams.
- Supported therapeutic activities, fostering engagement and participation among patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care strategies for patients.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and best practices within psychiatric care environment.
- Conducted crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially volatile situations effectively.
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Observed patients closely for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively, promoting a calm atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies based on individual patient needs, contributing to improved functioning within daily life activities.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and protecting individual privacy rights.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychiatric care.
- Applied interventions with clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
- Educated family members about mental health disorders and coping strategies, strengthening their ability to provide support at home effectively.
- Encouraged patient independence by teaching self-care and life skills.
- Provided crisis intervention, stabilizing patients experiencing acute mental health episodes.
Emergency Medical Technician
White Mountain Ambulance
08.2004 - 12.2010
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate medical care and support to patients in critical situations.
- Assisted in patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical history accurately for treatment plans.
- Operated emergency equipment, including defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems, ensuring readiness for use.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate smooth patient transitions during transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated incident scenes for hazards, ensuring safety of all personnel while delivering emergency care.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Chapman University
Orange, CACertificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Northland Pioneer College
Show Low, AZ06.2004
Psychology
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA06.1991
Skills
- Peer support ethics
- Recovery guidance
- Boundary management
- Substance abuse awareness
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Lifeline Connections
03.2022 - 12.2024
Activities Director
Frontier Foster Home
01.2019 - 12.2021
Psychiatric Technician
Intermountain Hospital
02.2011 - 12.2014
Emergency Medical Technician
White Mountain Ambulance
08.2004 - 12.2010
Medical Administration
U S. Army
02.1987 - 06.1994
No Degree - Psychology
Chapman University
Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Northland Pioneer College
Psychology
Modesto Junior College