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Danielle Desmarais

New Bedford,MA

Summary

Seasoned Pool Service Technician with a strong pool construction and maintenance background. Excelled in chemical balancing and upselling services, enhancing customer satisfaction and service quality. Demonstrated expertise in equipment calibration and exceptional communication, ensuring optimal pool conditions and client trust. Achieved significant improvements in pool system efficiency and safety standards. Seasoned Installer with many years of experience working on construction job sites in full compliance with safety and quality requirements. Skilled at meeting challenging objectives and tight deadlines. Liaises with customers and contractors to accomplish projects on time. Compassionate Recovery Coach with practical experience in aiding individuals struggling with addiction issues. Strengths include strong listening skills, patience, and a deep understanding of recovery processes. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support and develop personalized recovery plans, contributing to improved client recovery outcomes. Notable for fostering positive relationships between clients and their support networks, facilitating increased resilience and long-term recovery success.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tempus Unlimited
Boston, MA
01.1996 - Current
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.

Recovery Coach

River To Recovery
Fall River, MA
01.2022 - 12.2025
  • Monitored progress of clients throughout their recovery journey by facilitating regular check-ins and assessments.
  • Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs.
  • Created a safe space for open dialogue about difficult topics such as shame, guilt, trauma, grief.
  • Attended weekly staff meetings to discuss current cases and collaborate on new ideas and initiatives.
  • Supported clients through challenging times by offering emotional guidance and unconditional acceptance.
  • Assisted clients in creating a personalized recovery plan that outlined goals for achieving long-term sobriety.
  • Facilitated educational workshops on topics such as mental health, addiction, self-care practices, and mindfulness.

Independent Living Advocate

Community Connections Inc.
Hyannis, MA
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Visited clients at residences to assist courts with custody decisions and conduct home study assessments.
  • Facilitated access to community resources and services for clients.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients to secure necessary services and support.
  • Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of client information at all times.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases.

Education

Humans Services

Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA
01-2014

High School Diploma

Falmouth High School
Falmouth, MA
04-1989

Addiction Counseling

Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA

Skills

  • Relapse prevention
  • Treatment Planning
  • Self-care techniques
  • Resource navigation
  • Client education
  • Client advocacy
  • Goal setting
  • Boundary setting
  • Referral networking
  • Resource referrals
  • Peer support
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Treatment goals
  • Professional ethics
  • Substance abuse
  • Empathy development

Affiliations

  • Equine Experimental Learning

Timeline

Recovery Coach

River To Recovery
01.2022 - 12.2025

Independent Living Advocate

Community Connections Inc.
06.2018 - 01.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tempus Unlimited
01.1996 - Current

Humans Services

Cape Cod Community College

High School Diploma

Falmouth High School

Addiction Counseling

Bristol Community College
Danielle Desmarais