Garrett Eblen
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Empathetic Peer Mentor with great understanding of different cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Eager to put leadership and problem-solving skills into practice. Personable and dedicated to helping mentees navigate difficult situations and resolve conflicts positively and constructively. Approachable with solid experience in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse, providing guidance, support and mentorship. Collaborative and adept at facilitating classes, one on one, and group/community sessions. Strong communication skills and committed to fostering a culture of growth and development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Mentor
Men's Addiction Recovery Campus
07.2023 - Current
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth and development.
- Promoted positive behavior and responsibility among mentees by modeling appropriate social skills.
- Encouraged mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Developed mentees' life skills such as time management and communication.
- Under the administrators at MARC's guidance, taught recovery dynamics classes, as well as classes based on the Big Book and 12-step program of alcoholics anonymous.
Painting Contractor
Stones Washing And Painting
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
- Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
Private and Public Dog Trainer
01.2014 - 05.2022
- Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
- Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals based on individual needs.
- Trained animals to respond to specific cues from both owners and handlers.
- Observed animals during different activities to identify possible illnesses or injuries requiring care.
- Created innovative ways to teach animals new behaviors and tricks.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.
- Collaborated with veterinarians, animal caretakers and other animal experts on how best to train animals.
- Delivered public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
- Advised owners about planned animal purchases or adoptions and potential behavioral needs.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Bowling Green, KY12.2024
High School Diploma -
Henderson County High School
Henderson, KY06.2007
Skills
- Behavior Policy Enforcement And Reenforcement
- Administration Communication and Collaboration
- Facility Safety
- Listening Actively
- Recovery Based Education
- Recovery Support For Others
- Peer Interaction
- Classroom Instruction
- One On One Counseling
- Alcohol and Substance Abuse
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Timeline
Peer Mentor
Men's Addiction Recovery Campus
07.2023 - Current
Painting Contractor
Stones Washing And Painting
03.2021 - 01.2022
Private and Public Dog Trainer
01.2014 - 05.2022
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Henderson County High School
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