Gessikah Shaw
Queens,New York
Summary
Certified Mental Health & Substance Abuse Peer Advocate with experience in providing empathetic support and advocacy. Demonstrates strong problem-solving and public speaking skills, along with a deep understanding of substance abuse, trauma, and cultural awareness. Proven track record in facilitating group sessions, managing stress, community outreach, and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Goodwill Industries of Greater NY and Northern NJ
08.2024 - Current
- Develop creative approaches to empower clients, enhancing self-advocacy and independence.
- Support individuals in accessing education, employment, and entitlements like SNAP, SSI, SSD, Housing, and Healthcare.
- Accompany members to appointments, assisted with achieving personal goals, and fostering community connections.
PEER COUNSELOR INTERN
LINCOLN HOSPITAL H+H PEER ACADEMY
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Facilitated groups on self-esteem, healthy relationships, and stress management, aiding personal growth.
- Participated in mobile crises, outpatient, ED leads, and inpatient psychiatric care.
- Integrated seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams across various units, contributing to holistic patient care and treatment planning.
HAIR STYLIST
LOCS BY GESS
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Promoted services on social media platforms to increase referrals and engagement
- Recorded, edited, and promoted content for social media highlighting my workLeveraged social media platforms to boost client referrals and engagement, resulting in increased return visits and stronger client relationships.
SALES ASSOCIATE/ADVOCATE
HOUSING WORKS
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Championed social causes through advocacy and protests, addressing critical issues in NYC housing, addiction, and LGBTQIA+ rights for vulnerable populations.
- Collaborated with team to support homeless individuals, those with AIDS/HIV, and substance abuse issues.
Education
Peer Support Specialist -
NYC Health + Hospitals Peer Academy
New York, NY06.2024
High School diploma -
Harry S Truman
06.2015
Skills
- Wellness Planning
- Problem-Solving
Boundary Setting
Self-Care Management
Peer Advocate
Advocating for Mental health, Substance use, and Cultural inclusivity.
Certification
- CRPA-P
- CPS-P
- PMCS certified (Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations)
- Mandated reporter
- NARCAN Training
- Suicide: Peer to Peer Conversation
- Whole Family Health and Wellness
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Goodwill Industries of Greater NY and Northern NJ
08.2024 - Current
PEER COUNSELOR INTERN
LINCOLN HOSPITAL H+H PEER ACADEMY
05.2024 - 06.2024
HAIR STYLIST
LOCS BY GESS
10.2021 - 04.2024
SALES ASSOCIATE/ADVOCATE
HOUSING WORKS
07.2019 - 03.2020
Peer Support Specialist -
NYC Health + Hospitals Peer Academy
High School diploma -
Harry S Truman
- CRPA-P
- CPS-P
- PMCS certified (Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations)
- Mandated reporter
- NARCAN Training
- Suicide: Peer to Peer Conversation
- Whole Family Health and Wellness
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