DeSean Barron
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than 15 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Charter Hospital
04.2021 - Current
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
Mental Health Technician
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Administered patient medications and tracked dosages.
- Recommended continuing care and medications to clients and communicated with family members on treatment and discharge plans.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
Group Home Manager
Golden Rule Inc.
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Helped individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities carry out daily living tasks by coordinating expert support.
- Created staff work schedules so each shift had appropriate number of employees for coverage.
- Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
- Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
Education
No Degree - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC03.2001
Skills
- Service Navigation
- Effective Collaboration and Interaction
- Providing Direction
- Recovery Guidance
- Mental Health Services
- Relationship Cultivation
- Arranging Transportation
- Leadership Skills
- Planning Skills
- Relationship-Building Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Coping Methods
- Documentation and Reporting
- Individual Counseling
- Crisis Management
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Charter Hospital
04.2021 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health
02.2019 - 04.2021
Group Home Manager
Golden Rule Inc.
07.2017 - 02.2019
No Degree - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
Johnson C. Smith University