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Edwin Nelson

Point Pleasant,NJ

Summary

Results-driven professional seeking position as Peer Recovery Specialist. Focused on performance and flexible with specific needs of different assignments. Collaborates professionally with individuals from broad array of backgrounds and cultures.



Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscaper

Self-employed
Point Pleasant, NJ
03.2020 - Current
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.

Treatment Associate

Philip House
Longbranch, NJ
03.2016 - 10.2020
  • Assist and guide clients toward recovery
  • Utilize and teach problem solving techniques with individuals and groups
  • Held group discussions where clients will share common problems in daily living and methods they have employed to manage and cope with these problems.
  • Held group sessions to teach clients how to identify and combat negative self-talk and how to identify and overcome fears by providing a forum which allows group members to share their experiences.
  • Assisted with random urinalysis
  • Assisted with medication for clients

Education

High School Diploma -

Newfield High School
Selden, NY

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Advocacy Skills
  • Recovery & Resiliency Skills
  • Empowerment Skills
  • Skills Specific To Working In A Professional Environment
  • Conflict resolution
  • Mental Health
  • Substance-Related Disorder

Timeline

Landscaper

Self-employed
03.2020 - Current

Treatment Associate

Philip House
03.2016 - 10.2020

High School Diploma -

Newfield High School
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