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Hope Remus

Hixton,WI

Summary

Dynamic Certified Peer Support Specialist with extensive experience at Milkweed Connections, adept at fostering recovery through peer advocacy and resource navigation. Skilled in motivational interviewing and relationship building, I empower individuals to achieve their wellness goals while enhancing community awareness of mental health issues. Passionate about improving lives through tailored support and guidance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Milkweed Connections
10.2020 - Current
  • Maintain accurate records of interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on participants individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
  • Assist participants in developing and maintaining personalized wellness plans, guiding them in setting achievable goals for improved mental health outcomes.
  • Assist participants in identifying community resources and services, increasing their access to valuable support networks.
  • Develop strong rapport with participants, fostering a trusting environment to encourage open communication about personal challenges and goals.
  • Improve the quality of care for participants by actively participating in treatment planning meetings and offering insights from a peer perspective.
  • Increased community awareness of mental health issues by conducting outreach presentations at various conferences around the state.
  • Mentored new peer support specialists, sharing best practices and modeling effective techniques for supporting diverse client populations.
  • Demonstrate extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Eau Claire Sober Living
07.2020 - 07.2021

Provided recovery support to women at the house.


Taught yoga weekly


Supported the women with my lived experience and explored the community.


Introduced the 12 step program, if they were interested.


Explored several pathways to recovery

Yoga Teacher

Latitude 44 Yoga
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
  • Established a welcoming and inclusive environment for students of all skill levels, fostering community growth.
  • Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners.
  • Tailored each yoga session according to the specific goals, abilities, and preferences of individual students or groups.
  • Guided students toward achieving proper alignment, form, and breath control through clear verbal cues and hands-on adjustments when necessary.
  • Empowered clients on their wellness journeys by sharing personal experiences and insights about the transformative power of consistent yoga practice.
  • Served as an ambassador for the studio at community events, promoting the benefits of yoga practice in daily life.

Education

Bachelors Of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Wisconsin Stout
Menomonie, WI
06.2007

Associate Degree In Supervisory / Management - Business

CVTC
Eau Claire, WI
02.2005

Skills

  • Peer advocacy
  • Mental health awareness
  • Self-care techniques
  • Stress reduction
  • Wellness strategies
  • Resource navigation
  • Boundary setting
  • Substance abuse
  • Recovery guidance
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Arranging transportation
  • Social activity planning
  • Relationship building skills
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Recovery assistance and support

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Milkweed Connections
10.2020 - Current

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Eau Claire Sober Living
07.2020 - 07.2021

Yoga Teacher

Latitude 44 Yoga
01.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelors Of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Wisconsin Stout

Associate Degree In Supervisory / Management - Business

CVTC
Hope Remus