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Dianne Barney
BRANDON,MS
Summary
Empathetic facilitator with extensive experience in addiction recovery and group support. Skilled in relapse prevention and community outreach, dedicated to empowering individuals on their recovery journeys through effective communication and adaptability.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Deeper Still Ministries Volunteer
Cline Center
Jackson, Mississippi
04.2025 - Current
- Provided healing support for individuals affected by abortion as part of Deeper Still ministries.
- Trained as a team member for Deeper Still weekends, supporting men and women seeking recovery from abortion.
- Completed multiple trainings at Center for Pregnancy Choices since attending Deeper Still weekend in April 2025, building expertise in abortion recovery support.
Addiction Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous
Portland, Maine
08.1990 - Current
- Facilitated community outreach initiatives to enhance awareness of addiction recovery services.
- Instruct clients on relapse prevention techniques and connect to sustainable recovery resources.
- Guided families in implementing strategies and support systems for effective addiction management.
- Organized support groups concentrating on addiction recovery and stress management.
- Counseled patients regarding recovery techniques and expected times.
Life Recovery Facilitator Volunteer
Means of Grace Church
Mendenhall, Mississippi
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Facilitated life recovery meetings at Matthew 25:40 men's homeless shelter biweekly
- Orchestrated group discussions and activities to enhance recovery and personal growth.
- Optimized materials and resources for each session to enhance participant engagement.
- Shifted meetings to Means of Grace Church in Mendenhall to facilitate better accessibility for neighboring communities.
Office Administrative Assistant
AIG Insurance
Portland, Maine
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted company employees with clerical duties including document copying, faxing, and filing
- Welcomed incoming visitors and customers with professionalism while delivering friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Managed inquiries from callers looking for information
Landscape Gardener
Dianne Barney Landscaping
Westbrook, Maine
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Utilized shears, pruners, and chainsaws for precise pruning and trimming of hedges and shrubs.
- Cleared and discarded plant debris from work sites to ensure safe and organized environments.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Office Administrative Assistant
AIG Insurance
Portland, Maine
05.2013 - 09.2017
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Customer Service/Salesperson
LL Bean
Freeport, Maine
04.1988 - 05.2015
- Engaged customers through tailored product knowledge and recommendations.
- Assisted customers in selecting suitable products based on individual needs.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues with prompt professionalism.
- Facilitated efficient sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting Design
Tri-Cities State Technical School
Blountville, TN05-1981
Skills
- Healing support and recovery management
- Relapse prevention
- Group facilitation and community engagement
- Public outreach
- Relationship building and customer service
- Communication in writing and speech
- Professional communication etiquette
- Empathy and understanding
- Adaptability and dependability
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeMinimum Desired Compensation
$17/hrWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Deeper Still Ministries Volunteer
Cline Center
04.2025 - Current
Life Recovery Facilitator Volunteer
Means of Grace Church
05.2023 - 04.2025
Office Administrative Assistant
AIG Insurance
05.2017 - 09.2020
Landscape Gardener
Dianne Barney Landscaping
05.2017 - 07.2019
Office Administrative Assistant
AIG Insurance
05.2013 - 09.2017
Addiction Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous
08.1990 - Current
Customer Service/Salesperson
LL Bean
04.1988 - 05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting Design
Tri-Cities State Technical School