Emily Bolio
Ventura,CA
Summary
Dynamic Peer Support Specialist with Milhouse, skilled in recovery guidance and relationship building. Successfully empowered clients through motivational interviewing and problem-solving techniques, fostering resilience and independence. Committed to mental health advocacy and resource navigation, enhancing client well-being and promoting a strengths-based approach to recovery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Milhouse
05.2024 - Current
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients by maintaining confidentiality, respect, and non-judgmental attitudes.
- Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional support and practical guidance.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective problem-solving skills that they can apply in real-life situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, supporting case management efforts.
- Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community.
- Promoted a strengths-based approach for clients through active listening and empathy.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
Caregiver
IHSS Public Authority
03.2018 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Education
Associates In Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11.2024
Skills
- Peer support ethics
- Recovery guidance
- Boundary setting
- Substance abuse awareness
- Self-care management
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship building skills
- Mental health advocacy
- Stress reduction techniques
- Arranging transportation
- Motivational interviewing
- Leadership skills
- Wellness recovery action plan
- Relapse prevention
- Recovery planning
- Providing direction
- Resource navigation
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Social activity planning
- Planning skills
- Family assistance
- Issue resolution
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Milhouse
05.2024 - Current
Caregiver
IHSS Public Authority
03.2018 - 12.2024
Associates In Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
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