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Gentry Shutt

White Marsh,MD
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Gentry Shutt

Summary

Compassionate Family Peer Support Specialist and Wedding coordinator with a strong track record in creating customized support plans for clients and family members facing life transitions. Expertise in building rapport and delivering impactful coaching, resulting in improved client outcomes. Highly motivated and adaptable, excelling in independent settings while quickly acquiring new skills. Committed to providing exceptional support and connecting individuals with essential community resources. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
10

Lived experience in the mental/behavioral health settings

Work History

Kate Nicole Events
Baltimore, MD

Wedding Coordinator
11.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Assist in planning, setting up, and decorating venues.
  • Coordinate tours, walkthroughs, rehearsals, and day-of events.
  • Manage and execute all day-of operations, from vendor arrival to departure
  • Provided guidance and support for bridal parties throughout the process.
  • Communicate regularly with bridesmaids, groomsmen and family members about upcoming tasks or changes in plans.
  • Managed day-of logistics including transportation arrangements, setup and teardown of venue decorations and emergency troubleshooting when needed.
  • Developed detailed timelines to ensure smooth coordination between vendors and clients.
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss their vision for the special day and provide advice on how to make it happen.
  • Attended and participated in industry events.

Maryland Coalition of Families
White Marsh, MD

Family Peer Support Specialist
03.2024 - 07.2025

Job overview

  • Provided hope, guidance, and support to people who love and care for someone with mental health and substance use disorders, using lived experience.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients by providing a safe, supportive environment.
  • Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
  • Researched relevant topics related to mental health services or treatments.
  • Engaged in outreach efforts to increase awareness about the organization's mission and goals.
  • Facilitated individual and group sessions to provide guidance and support.
  • Assisted clients with developing healthy coping skills to manage stressors.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress through use of electronic medical record system.
  • Attended trainings focused on best practices for working with individuals experiencing mental health issues.
  • Conducted assessments to identify needs, strengths, and resources of clients.
  • Actively listened and responded empathetically when interacting with families.

Natures Therapy/The Body Place
White Marsh, MD

Patient Coordinator/Office Manager
06.2019 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Coordinated and managed daily operations of a medical spa, including scheduling appointments, and overseeing staff.
  • Maintained meticulous records to document client information.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion, while keeping medical information private.
  • Performed administrative tasks, such as filing paperwork or updating client profiles in company database systems.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing guest inquiries or problems promptly and professionally.
  • Mentored new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
  • Provided product advice and recommendations to patients, while staying educated on new products and services.
  • Assisted with the development of efficient office procedures for improved workflow.

Play Centers, Inc.
Lutherville, MD

School Age Director
01.2008 - 10.2016

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented school-age curriculum to meet the needs of children in a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Conducted daily activities such as arts and crafts, music, sports and games to keep students engaged.
  • Supervised staff during before & after-school program ensuring safety protocols were followed.
  • Facilitated communication between administration, staff, families, and community partners.
  • Attended team building and strengthening exercises to build trust and loyalty among team members.
  • Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's development and progress.
  • Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in education

Education

Baltimore School of Massage

from Massage Therapy
10-2016

Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts

High School Diploma
01.2007

Loyola College of Maryland, Institute for Child Care Education

Skills

  • Client assessment
  • Group facilitation
  • Community outreach
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Stress management
  • Emotional support
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Office management
  • Administrative support
  • Organizational skills
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Document management
  • Patient care and education
  • Patient care coordination
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Parent engagement
  • Curriculum planning

Accomplishments

  • School Age Child Care - 90 Hour Certificate
  • 9 Hour Communications Certificate
  • 45 Hour Administrative Course
  • Young Child 90 Hour Certificate
  • Infant & Toddler Care - 45 hour Certificate
  • Continuing education classes for Child Development
  • CPR & First Aid Certified
  • Continuing Education certifications for mental and behavioral health support
  • Continuing Education certifications for Substance Use Disorder support
  • Detailed list available per request

References

References available upon request.

Education and Training

With each position at previous employers I have been required to obtain and maintain continuing education classes. With the verity of employment, my continuing education varies from, child development, mental health, behavioral health, trauma, stress management, recovery plans, emergency preparation & more. 

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Certification

Mental Health First Aide- Adult & Child

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offPersonal development programs

Interests

Youth Sports

Building better community relationships

Child Development

Things you may want to know!

As a mom of three, work life balance is very important. While I strive to always bring my best to my employer its crucial that I work for a place that holds the sames values in the importance of family. In my previous position, our lived experience was primarily what we were hired on, and while I have a verity of that, my knowledge and continued education in the past felids I've worked has grown as well. 

Timeline

Family Peer Support Specialist

Maryland Coalition of Families
03.2024 - 07.2025

Wedding Coordinator

Kate Nicole Events
11.2023 - Current

Patient Coordinator/Office Manager

Natures Therapy/The Body Place
06.2019 - 02.2024

School Age Director

Play Centers, Inc.
01.2008 - 10.2016

Baltimore School of Massage

from Massage Therapy

Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts

High School Diploma

Loyola College of Maryland, Institute for Child Care Education

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