Emily Presley
Oxford
Summary
Dedicated Certified Peer Support Specialist with strengths in recovery planning, resource navigation, and mental health advocacy. Committed to fostering client independence and enhancing wellness outcomes through personalized support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Communicare
Oxford,MS
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated peer support groups to promote recovery and resilience among clients.
- Developed individualized action plans in collaboration with clients, enhancing their coping strategies.
- Provided guidance on resource navigation, fostering client independence and self-advocacy.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs, ensuring tailored support services were implemented.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and share vital client insights.
- Led training sessions for new peer support specialists, enhancing team knowledge and effectiveness.
- Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies to meet evolving needs effectively.
- Advocated for clients' rights within community resources, improving access to essential services.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
- Assisted clients in developing and maintaining personalized wellness plans, guiding them in setting achievable goals for improved mental health outcomes.
- Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional and practical support in both group and one-on-one settings.
Circulation Manager
Boone Media
Oxford, MS
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed daily circulation operations, ensuring timely distribution of print and digital content.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance subscriber engagement and retention.
- Analyzed circulation data to identify trends, driving targeted marketing initiatives.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing resource allocation for efficient distribution.
- Collaborated with editorial teams to align content release schedules with circulation goals.
- Optimized distribution routes to improve delivery times, increase customer satisfaction, and reduce transportation expenses.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels, minimize waste, and maintain optimal efficiency.
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Communicare
Oxford, MS
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a trusting environment to encourage open communication about personal challenges and goals.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and services, increasing their access to valuable support networks.
- Improved the quality of care for clients by actively participating in treatment planning meetings and offering insights from a peer perspective.
- Increased community awareness of mental health issues by conducting outreach presentations at local schools, businesses, and organizations.
- Actively pursued ongoing professional development opportunities to remain informed of emerging trends and best practices within the field of peer support services.
- Led engaging support groups tailored to participants'' unique needs, promoting healthy coping skills and strategies for maintaining wellness.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health Sciences University
Memphis, TN04-2006
BBA - General Business
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS08-1997
Skills
- Peer advocacy
- Mental health awareness
- Self-care techniques
- Stress reduction
- Relapse prevention
- Resource navigation
- Recovery planning
- Multicultural competence
Certification
Peer Support Certification
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Communicare
02.2024 - Current
Circulation Manager
Boone Media
11.2022 - 01.2024
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Communicare
08.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health Sciences University
BBA - General Business
Mississippi State University