Demetrius Addison
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Peer Advocate with nearly three years at San Julian Oasis, doing my best in crisis intervention and trauma-informed support. Proven ability to assist in client engagement and maintain confidentiality while documenting cases accurately. Adept at collaborating with my colleagues and others to enhance service delivery and uphold professional boundaries, ensuring client dignity in challenging situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Advocate
San Julian Oasis Program
Los Angeles, CA
03.2023 - Current
Demetrius Addison
Los Angeles, CA
#323-455-9432
Email: daddison@jwch.org
Professional Summary
Results-oriented Peer Advocate with nearly three years of experience in a recuperative care shelter environment.
Professional Experience
Peer Advocate
San Julian Oasis Women’s Recuperative Care Shelter
March 2023 – December 2025
- Applied de-escalation strategies to effectively manage conflicts and prevent crises
- Maintained a professional, trauma-informed approach during high-stress situations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support client stabilization and service continuity
- Documented interactions and incidents accurately in accordance with organizational policies
- Promoted compliance with shelter guidelines while preserving client dignity and respect
Core Competencies
- Crisis Intervention & De-Escalation
- Peer Advocacy & Client Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Professional Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Communication & Active Listening
Education
High School Diploma -
New Designs Charter School Watts
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Peer-based mental health support
- Trauma-informed practice
- Strengths-based engagement
- Active listening and empathetic
- Accurate case documentation
- Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Time management and workload prioritization
- Participant engagement
- Professional boundaries and ethics
Timeline
Peer Advocate
San Julian Oasis Program
03.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
New Designs Charter School Watts