Eric Baker
Muskegon,MI
Summary
Volunteer with a proven track record at Samaritan Way, skilled in motivational interviewing and client advocacy. Expert in developing personalized action plans and facilitating peer support, enhancing clients' self-efficacy and commitment to recovery. Committed to promoting healthy lifestyle choices and effective relapse prevention strategies for sustainable success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Samaritan Way
2025 - Current
- Facilitated recovery planning sessions to support clients in achieving personal goals.
- Developed individualized action plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Provided ongoing support and motivation to clients, enhancing their self-efficacy and commitment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources available in the community.
- Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting strategies to improve outcomes effectively.
- Led group workshops focused on skill-building and peer support initiatives for recovery journeys.
- Encouraged clients'' sense of responsibility for their recovery journey by teaching them essential coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
- Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
- Facilitated connections between clients and peer support groups, fostering a strong network for continued success posttreatment.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices through education on nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, stress management techniques, and mindfulness practices.
- Established trust and rapport with clients, creating a strong foundation for open communication and collaboration throughout the recovery process.
Straight Truck Driver
Shape Corp.
2025 - Current
- Operated straight trucks to deliver products safely and efficiently to designated locations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed loading and unloading of freight, ensuring proper handling of materials during transport.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery schedules for record-keeping purposes.
Volunteer
Mission for Area People
2025 - Current
- Assisted in organizing community events to promote local resources and support services.
- Provided administrative support, including data entry and record management for client services.
- Collaborated with team members to distribute food and supplies to underserved populations.
- Engaged with community members to assess needs and identify available programs for assistance.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Education
Criminal Justice
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MISkills
Resource referrals
Self-care techniques
Professional ethics
Relapse prevention
Client advocacy
Goal setting
Motivational interviewing
Resource navigation
Coaching techniques
Continuing education
Boundary setting
Substance abuse
Peer support
Certification
C.C.A.R
Timeline
Volunteer
Samaritan Way
2025 - Current
Straight Truck Driver
Shape Corp.
2025 - Current
Volunteer
Mission for Area People
2025 - Current
Criminal Justice
Muskegon Community College