Desiree Rayford
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Compassionate Peer Recovery Specialist with lived experience in SUD, Mental Health, DHS involved and Trauma. I am a woman in long-term recovery, and complete abstinence through the 12 steps is what led me to the path I am on today. I am passionate about sharing my personal story in the hope that others can find recovery as I did, knowing they are not alone. Heaven didn't open up the gates to let me in. Hell opened its gates and let me out.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Serenity Recovery Connections
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2024 - Current
- Actively listened to client concerns without judgment or bias while maintaining confidentiality.
- Performed outreach activities to connect individuals with available community resources.
- Facilitated group sessions on topics such as stress management, relapse prevention, and healthy communication.
- Led discussion groups focused on developing problem-solving techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Helped individuals connect with program resources for further support and treatment assistance.
- Modeled behaviors, educated patients, and motivated change to improving life skills and coping mechanisms.
- Supported clients in understanding issues with problem and taking steps toward recovery by pulling from personal background in area.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development for mentors.
- Provided support to individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ppsc
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Client advocacy
- Crisis intervention
- Group facilitation
- Community outreach
- Motivational interviewing
- Record keeping
- Peer support
- Outreach programming specialist
Affiliations
- Meetings
- Sober Social Events
- Self Care
- School
- Public Speaking
Certification
- CPFS
- RCP
Timeline
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Serenity Recovery Connections
07.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Ppsc
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