DERRICK BLOCKER
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing Evidence-based recovery services to individuals with Addiction/Mental Health backgrounds. Advocate for patient-centered care, and removal of stigma around recovery and mental health wellness.
Peer professional with strong background in client support and navigation. Proven track record in elevating client engagement and access to essential services. Team-oriented with focus on collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in crisis intervention and resource coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Bridger
Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced client engagement by providing personalized support and resources.
- Established rapport with clients through empathetic listening and understanding, fostering trust and open communication.
- Advocated on behalf of clients to address systemic barriers that impeded access to essential services or resources.
- Contributed valuable insights from lived experience during team meetings, enhancing the efficacy of person-centered care.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and services, strengthening their support networks and promoting overall wellbeing.
Peer Navigator / Peer Recovery Specialist (CRPA)
Services For The Underserved- S:US
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained client confidentiality/HIPPA
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic, and person-centered care
- Documented progress notes in EHR
- Established rapport with clients through empathetic listening and understanding, fostering trust and open communication.
Cook/ Shift Supervisor
Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Prepared food items in compliance with dietary guidelines
- Operated sterile, hygienic kitchen workspace while cooking for 100-200 residents
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Prep Cook
The Doe Fund
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Maintained safe and hygienic work environment.
Education
GED -
Middletown H.S.
Middletown, NYSkills
- Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
- Individual and Community Advocate
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Ethical Standards Compliance
- Recovery Coach
- Community-Based Resources
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Risk Prevention Education
- EMR Software Proficiency
- Maintaining Updated Records
- Food Handler's Certificate
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Strong communication skills
- Patience and empathy
Certification
CRPA-Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
Timeline
Peer Bridger
Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Peer Navigator / Peer Recovery Specialist (CRPA)
Services For The Underserved- S:US
06.2022 - 07.2024
Cook/ Shift Supervisor
Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living
09.2019 - 06.2022
Prep Cook
The Doe Fund
01.2018 - 08.2018
GED -
Middletown H.S.
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