Danielle Cooley
Perry,GA
Summary
I am a dynamic Overdose Prevention/Community Outreach Specialist at iHOPE INC. with a proven track record in recovery planning and crisis intervention. An expert in fostering community engagement and collaboration, I successfully developed individualized recovery plans and lead supportive groups, enhancing peer outcomes through effective communication and quality assurance practices. Recognized for exceptional customer service. I feel that I am currently doing much of the work needed for this position and the best candidate for consideration. I am willing and able to further educate myself in order to be proficient where applicable.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Overdose Prevention/Community Outreach Specialist
iHOPE INC.
Warner Robins, GA
09.2023 - Current
- I assessed peers in active drug and alcohol use by locating treatment and recovery interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Actively participated in quality assurance activities designed to improve peers' outcomes by teaching effective coping tools, i.e., W.R.A.P. and P.I.C.B.A.
- Referred resources to peers, to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.
- Collaborated with other community organizations, legal entities, and healthcare professionals to ensure effective care.
- Attended professional development workshops related to substance abuse and counseling.
- Assisting peers in developing skills, tools, or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Maintained accurate records of peer and program progress in the electronic record system, RDP.
- Developed recovery and crisis plans based on evidence-based practices and current research findings.
- Identifying problem areas that impact participants' ability to successfully sustain recovery.
- Works closely with drug court staff in delivering meetings, transportation, and solutions specific to peers' needs.
- Completed assessments of clients' substance abuse history and developed individualized recovery plans.
- Lead supportive groups, meetings, discussions, and education sessions with participants and supportive family members.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Coordinated transportation for peers attending off-site and on-site.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Education
Certified Peer Specialist-Mental Health - Behavioral Health
DBHDD
Tucker, GA01-2025
Certified Peer Specialist-Addictive Disease - Substance Abuse/Recovery
DBHDD
Tucker, GA07-2024
Associate of Arts - Culinary/Hospitality Managment
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO02-2023
Skills
- Peer support
- Recovery planning
- Substance abuse coaching
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Collaboration strategies
- Quality assurance
- Crisis intervention
- Nonprofit experience
- Community engagement
- Presentation skills
- Community relations management
- Recordkeeping skills
- Needs assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Cultural competence
- Interpersonal skills
- Team building
Timeline
Overdose Prevention/Community Outreach Specialist
iHOPE INC.
09.2023 - Current
Certified Peer Specialist-Mental Health - Behavioral Health
DBHDD
Certified Peer Specialist-Addictive Disease - Substance Abuse/Recovery
DBHDD
Associate of Arts - Culinary/Hospitality Managment
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
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