Ernest Pugh
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Peer Support Specialist at Southwood Interventions, adept in crisis intervention and client advocacy. Successfully facilitated group counseling sessions, enhancing clients' social and emotional well-being. Expert in behavioral assessment and treatment planning, consistently responding to client needs with empathy and professionalism. Committed to empowering individuals through effective support strategies. 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
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Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist/Potential Counselor
Southwood Interventions
Chicago, IL
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Kept pace with changes in research on diagnostic and treatment protocols to give best possible support to clients.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Monitored clients' daily activities and responded appropriately when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Ballet
University of North Carolina School of The Arts
Winston-Salem, NC01-1991
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Group facilitation
- Treatment planning
- Conflict resolution
Affiliations
- Balletomane
- Yoga
Accomplishments
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
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Certification
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Pending
CADC Program 2024-Haymarket Center
Certifying Body e.g. Illinois Certification Board (In Progress)
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist/Potential Counselor
Southwood Interventions
12.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Ballet
University of North Carolina School of The Arts
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