David Flores
Auburn,Washington
Summary
Trauma informed Peer utilizing lived experience and continuous training to empower and inspire those who're still lost and suffering; willing to "hold the hope" until individuals believe in themselves
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager/Peer Support Specialist
Rainier Recovery Centers
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Utilized both "A Trauma Informed Approach" & "Harm Reduction Model" in order to meet Peers where they were at and do the most good
- Listened to Peers in order to assess situation and worked with them to set and achieve personal/professional goals
- Educated Peers on available programs, benefits,resources, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Provided crisis intervention support for Peers experiencing emergencies, mindfully working to de-escalate situations safely.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Volunteer/Recovery Coach
Peer Kent
11.2023 - Current
- Encouraged clients'' sense of responsibility for their recovery journey by teaching them essential coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
Wildland Firefighter
Department of Natural Resources
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
Education
Liberal Arts And General Studies AA-DTA
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA07.2024
Peer Specialist Certificate -
Washington State Healthcare Authority
02.2024
Recovery Coaching Certificate -
CCAR/Peer Kent
11.2023
GED -
Seattle Central College
Skills
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Resource referrals
- Self-Care Techniques
- Professional ethics
- Relapse Prevention
- Client Advocacy
- Goal Setting
- Motivational Interviewing
Awards
- Volunteer of the Month, Peer Kent, Kent, Washington
- Mental Health First Aid Training & Certificate of Completion, Kent, Washington
- Sea Mar Turning Point Substance Use Disorder Treatment Center Certificate of Completion, Seattle, Washington
Certification
Peer Counselor Certification including both
"The intersection of Behavioral Health and the Law" &
"Peer Support in Crisis Services"
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Case Manager/Peer Support Specialist
Rainier Recovery Centers
04.2024 - 06.2024
Volunteer/Recovery Coach
Peer Kent
11.2023 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
Department of Natural Resources
01.2020 - 01.2021
Liberal Arts And General Studies AA-DTA
Green River Community College
Peer Specialist Certificate -
Washington State Healthcare Authority
Recovery Coaching Certificate -
CCAR/Peer Kent
GED -
Seattle Central College