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ERIKA DANDY

columbus,US

Summary

Perceptive Peer Support Specialist with a 1-year history in treatment. Adept at providing support for Recovery. Offering significant training in [recovery]. Enthusiastic Peer Support Specialist proudly offering over 1 years of sobriety and a willingness to help others navigate the services and recovery options available. An energetic individual skilled in building rapport with recovering alcoholics and sharing methods that promote success. Highly committed to delivering support to others. Determined individual with a high level of compassion and skill in assisting individuals in various stages of recovery. Hardworking Peer Support Specialist known for handling appointment scheduling, transporting clients to meetings and promoting assistance wherever and whenever needed.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Maryhaven
Columbus, Ohio
06.2023 - Current
  • Transported individuals safely to support meetings and medical appointments.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency policy.
  • Participated in case conferences and staff meetings to discuss best practices and provide feedback on client progress.
  • Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
  • Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
  • Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
  • Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
  • Encouraged positive behavior change through motivational interviewing techniques and supportive counseling approaches.
  • Provided follow-up services after discharge from the program including phone calls or home visits if necessary.
  • Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients when needed by communicating with external providers regarding insurance coverage or other administrative matters.
  • Educated clients about different resources available within the community that could help them reach their goals.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping skills and strategies to manage daily stressors.
  • Engaged in outreach activities such as attending fairs or providing presentations at local schools and organizations to raise awareness about mental health issues among the general public.
  • Monitored client safety by recognizing potential warning signs of relapse or crisis situations.
  • Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
  • Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
  • Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
  • Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.

Shift Leader

Church's Texas Chicken
Whitehall, OH
07.2022 - Current
  • Open and close store, deposits, schedule, order product,weekly inventory
  • I do anything that is required and more.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety procedures, policies, and regulations.
  • Guided both FOH and BOH employees through daily tasks and kept track of their progress throughout the day.
  • Provided on-the-job training and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities to new employees.
  • Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
  • Did a root cause analysis to figure out what was wrong with the product and come up with long-term solutions.
  • Provided superior training and leadership to teams in order to improve performance and assist team members in meeting their goals.

Education

High School -

Mansfield Senior High School
Mansfield, OH
05.1999

Social Work

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Relationship-Building Skills
  • Data Entry
  • Planning Skills
  • Rapport Building
  • Effective Collaboration and Interaction
  • Positive Environment Facilitation
  • Mental Health Services
  • Exemplary Communication
  • Family Assistance
  • Issue Resolution Abilities
  • Communication Abilities
  • Relationship Cultivation
  • Community Services Information
  • Leadership Skills
  • Interpersonal Abilities
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Social Activity Planning
  • Recovery Assistance and Support
  • Treatment Planning
  • Needs Assessment
  • Intervention Support
  • Patient Intake
  • Referral Coordination
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Care Planning
  • Psychology
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Schedule Management
  • Coping Methods
  • File and Record Keeping
  • Community Resources Specialist
  • Patient Referrals
  • Clinical Services
  • Emotional Support
  • Bookkeeping
  • Invoice Processing
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Spreadsheet Management
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Records Management
  • Strategic Planning

Accomplishments

  • 1 year of sobriety
  • Completed IOP

Certification

  • CPR and First Aid
  • Certified Peer Recovery Supporter
  • Valid Ohio Drivers License
  • Automobile Insurance

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Maryhaven
06.2023 - Current

Shift Leader

Church's Texas Chicken
07.2022 - Current

High School -

Mansfield Senior High School

Social Work

Columbus State Community College
ERIKA DANDY