Farley Calhoun
Certified Peer Specialist
Los Fresnos,TX
Summary
Professional with solid background in peer support and mental health advocacy. Skilled in active listening, crisis intervention, and providing empathetic guidance. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and achieving impactful results. Reliable, adaptable, and adept at meeting evolving needs with compassion and professionalism.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PEER SPECIALIST
Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program, Department of Veteran Affairs
10.2024 - Current
- Empowered individuals to achieve personal recovery goals effectively.
- Facilitated support groups, enhancing community engagement and connection.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring, boosting confidence and self-advocacy.
VETERAN PEER SPECIALIST
Prevail Health Inc
09.2023 - Current
- Actively listened and provided guidance, enhancing veteran engagement.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure holistic care for veterans.
- Trained new peer specialists, boosting team effectiveness by 40%.
LEAD FACILITATOR MILITARY GROUPS
Peer Support Solutions/DBSA Online
01.2014 - 09.2023
- Expertly led military groups to achieve mission success and cohesion.
- Developed strategic training programs enhancing team performance.
- Facilitated high-stakes decision-making under pressure.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL 03.2022 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Addictions/Counseling
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN 01.2014 - 09.2016
Associate of Science - Psychology, Alcohol & Drug Counseling
Trident University
03.2012 - 01.2014
Skills
- Safety and Crisis Planning
- Active Listening
- Non-Judgmental Feedback
- Influencing and negotiating
- Cultural Competency
- Social media interaction
- Cultural awareness
- Mental health awareness
Timeline
PEER SPECIALIST
Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program, Department of Veteran Affairs
10.2024 - Current
VETERAN PEER SPECIALIST
Prevail Health Inc
09.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
03.2022 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Addictions/Counseling
Purdue Global University
01.2014 - 09.2016
LEAD FACILITATOR MILITARY GROUPS
Peer Support Solutions/DBSA Online
01.2014 - 09.2023
Associate of Science - Psychology, Alcohol & Drug Counseling
Trident University
03.2012 - 01.2014
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