Derek Hansen
Middleton,WI
Summary
My background is mainly in Criminal Justice. After getting my degree in Legal Studies from UW-Madison, I obtained employment as a State Certified Peer Support Specialist. I enjoy working with Justice Involved Individuals or people experiencing Mental Health Difficulties. I possess a lot of lived experience and am able to meet patients/clients where they're at to provide effective support in transcending life's roadblocks. I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in Training and am eager to engage in additional learning opportunities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Book Seller
Amazon.com
03.2022 - Current
Independent Reseller of Books, DVDs, and CDs
Human Services Specialist
Tellurian, Inc.
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Processed applications and followed strict procedures to keep sensitive data confidential.
- Answered high volume of calls and provided assistance through effective listening and question response skills.
- Described procedures, requirements and benefits to patients.
- Participated in trainings and seminars to improve skills set and knowledge.
Peer Support Specialist
Just Dane
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted Justice Involved Individuals with re-entry tasks including housing, schooling, recovery, and employment
- Provided individual peer support with multiple clients and assisted them with various tasks associated with re-entry
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05.2015
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Type 60 WPM
- Ability to work well independently or with others
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills
Affiliations
Resource Chair of UW-Madison Live Free Student Organization
Certification
State Certified Peer Support Specialist
Substance Abuse Counselor in Training SAC-IT
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Book Seller
Amazon.com
03.2022 - Current
Human Services Specialist
Tellurian, Inc.
02.2021 - 01.2022
Peer Support Specialist
Just Dane
07.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Milwaukee Area Technical College