George Green
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Compassionate Peer Recovery Specialist with background in aiding individuals battling substance abuse and mental health issues. Strong experience providing one-on-one support, facilitating recovery groups, and implementing personalized recovery plans. Skills include crisis management, motivational interviewing, and behavioral intervention techniques. Impactful history of fostering resilience and promoting long-term recovery based on each individual's strength and potential for change.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
Minnesota Recovery Connection I
Saint Paul, MN
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients in identifying personal goals and creating strategies for achieving them.
- Maintained client records, tracked progress, and documented interactions with clients.
- Organized recreational activities that promote healthful living and socialization among peers in recovery.
- Coached clients on how to develop healthy coping skills through evidence-based practices such as mindfulness techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Supported clients by providing encouragement during difficult times of relapse prevention.
- Encouraged clients to participate in self-help programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
- Advocating for access to housing, employment opportunities, healthcare benefits., for individuals seeking long-term sobriety.
Program Coordinator
Jules Fairbanks
Saint Paul, MN
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Created and implemented new programming ideas to keep station relevant and growing.
- Acquired music, video and other materials for use in planned programs.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Box Elder High School
Box Elder, MT09-2002
Skills
- Resource Navigation
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Boundary Setting
- Social Media Engagement
- Motivational Interviewing
- Routine Maintenance
- Documentation abilities
- Schedule Management
- Time management abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Active Listening
- Case Management
Certification
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
- Forensic Endorsed
Affiliations
- Northern Traditional Powwow Dancer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
Minnesota Recovery Connection I
04.2022 - Current
Program Coordinator
Jules Fairbanks
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
- Forensic Endorsed
High School Diploma -
Box Elder High School
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