Erik Deutsch
Madison,WI
Summary
Determined Peer Support Specialist with 2+ years of experience being of service to others. Highly knowledgeable of recovery related issues to include, mental health, addiction, and homelessness. Have an immense amount of empathy to those who still struggle in life and provide support through insight.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Von Trier
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Landscape Foreman
La Rosa Landscaping
05.2016 - 12.2019
- 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.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Lead and trained one to three other employees in operations.
Landscape Owner
Dynamic Lawn Services
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Started and maintained day to day operations of a Landscape business.
- Interacted with clients in a courteous and professional manner.
- Lead multiple teams to ensure effective day to day operations.
- Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Acquired customer feedback for operational improvement initiatives.
Peer Support
Mental Health America Of Wisconsin
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Washington High School
Port Washington, WI05.2003
No Degree - General Courses
UW- Washington County
West Bend, WINo Degree - Peer Support
UW- Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI09.2022
Skills
- Employee Supervision
- Team Goals
- Common Sense
- Empathy
- Dedication
- Effective Time Management
Accomplishments
Solidified a stable foundation in my journey through recovery from addiction, mental health issues, and homelessness.
Military Service
Served in the United States Army as an infantryman from April 2006 until July 2008.
Certification
- Certified Peer Support Specialist
Timeline
Peer Support
Mental Health America Of Wisconsin
12.2022 - 06.2023
Landscape Owner
Dynamic Lawn Services
03.2019 - 10.2021
Landscape Foreman
La Rosa Landscaping
05.2016 - 12.2019
Kitchen Manager
Von Trier
01.2014 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Port Washington High School
No Degree - General Courses
UW- Washington County
No Degree - Peer Support
UW- Milwaukee
- Certified Peer Support Specialist
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