Daikota Lewis
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Caring supporter of recovering patients with guidance toward tangible improvements and relapse prevention. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Recovery Coach
Monte Nido & Affiliate
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings focused on providing comprehensive assistance.
- Provided individual counseling to support recovery goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans.
- Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with behavioral and mental conflicts.
- Assisted and counseled 2-6 patients daily.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Recovery Specialist, Administrative Assistant
McAlister Sobering Service Center
08.2021 - Current
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
- Monitored premises, screened visitors, and updated logs .
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
Line Cook
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
Private Caregiver
Family
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Cleaned house, managed laundry, took care of grandparents, and completed weekly shopping lists.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned healthy meals and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highland Manor
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Monitored patient specimen stool and urine to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Cook, Dishwasher, Hostess
Pizza Barn
02.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Paid close attention to instructions from supervisor to complete tasks on time.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Perry Foundation
Henderson, NV07.2017
High School Diploma -
Churchill County High School
Fallon, NV06.2017
Skills
- Mental Health Support
- Individual Recovery Plans
- Administrative Support
- Professional Attitude
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Client Records Management
- Asset Recovery
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Responding to Difficult Customers
- Maintaining Safety Standards
- Behavior Observation
- Emotional and Social Support
- Recording Vital Signs
- Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Recovery Coach
Monte Nido & Affiliate
01.2023 - Current
Recovery Specialist, Administrative Assistant
McAlister Sobering Service Center
08.2021 - Current
Line Cook
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
05.2021 - 07.2021
Private Caregiver
Family
06.2020 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highland Manor
02.2017 - 01.2019
Cook, Dishwasher, Hostess
Pizza Barn
02.2015 - 12.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Perry Foundation
High School Diploma -
Churchill County High School
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant (California and Nevada active)
- First Aid/CPR Certified
References
Marcos Estrada - Program Manager at McAlister
Contact: (951) 220-5091 - rbc@mcalisterinc.org
Antione Issa: Staff Leader at McAlister
Contact: (619) 302-0007 - tonyissa74@gmail.com
Doreen Corona - Nurse Assistant Manager at Clementine Monte Nido & Affiliate
Contact: (714) 520-1988 - doreencorona@gmail.com
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