Hi, I’m
Hubert Brooks
Adult Peer Support
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Hardworking Peer Support Specialist committed to coaching peers through life challenges. Develops customized plans for individual issues. Engaging and outgoing with strong communication skills.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
LIcensure
1
APSS Supervisor
Work History
THE GREEN HOUSE REHABILITATION RECOVERY CENTER
Job overview
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Creative Spirits Mental Behavioral Health
PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
2019.01 - 2022.01 (3 years)
Job overview
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
- Served as resource to support help desk requests.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
Of Halfway House, Promises Halfway Houses
Manager
2019.01 - 2020.01 (1 year)
Job overview
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Quality Control
2018.01 - 2020.01 (2 years)
Job overview
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
Lavery Horse Farm
Therapeutic counseling/Farm hand
2013.01 - 2017.01 (4 years)
Job overview
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Oversaw feeding, watering and hea
- Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
- Exercised appropriate safety and environmental protocols when cleaning and maintaining ponds and tanks.
Barbershop
Owner
2006.01 - 2010.01 (4 years)
Job overview
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Cut and groomed men, women, and kids hair
- Used straight razor to shave and line up clients
- Gave back to the community
Education
Colorado Technical University , Colorado Springs, CO
Associate degree from Business Ad With An (Emph)in Motivational Speaking
01.2017
University Overview
- Awarded Student of The Month
- 3.2 GPA
- Thesis: Intrinsic Motivation In Recovery
- Dissertation: Drug and Alcohol Recovery
Skills
- Peer Support
- Effective Listening
- Leadership Skills
- Mental Health Support
- Peer Interaction
- Wellness Checks
- Recovery Guidance
- Living Skills Assistance
Accomplishments
- 4 years one of continuous sobriety one day at a time
- Achieved recovery outreach success through effectively showing those who are struggling with addiction and or mental health issues with Livid Experiences.
- Documented and resolved clients social skills which led to clients living and working a honest program
Certification
Adult Peer Support Specialist / Adult Peer Support SupervisorRaft TrainingCertified in Juvenile Delinquency, Alcohol and Drug DependencyMaster BarberRevised 04/07/2023
https://rephonic.com/podcasts/motivational-podcasts
Sharing my experience, strength, and hope to others
Timeline
PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Creative Spirits Mental Behavioral Health
2019.01 - 2022.01 (3 years)
Manager
Of Halfway House, Promises Halfway Houses
2019.01 - 2020.01 (1 year)
Quality Control
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
2018.01 - 2020.01 (2 years)
Therapeutic counseling/Farm hand
Lavery Horse Farm
2013.01 - 2017.01 (4 years)
Owner
Barbershop
2006.01 - 2010.01 (4 years)
THE GREEN HOUSE REHABILITATION RECOVERY CENTER
Colorado Technical University
Associate degree from Business Ad With An (Emph)in Motivational Speaking
Adult Peer Support Specialist / Adult Peer Support SupervisorRaft TrainingCertified in Juvenile Delinquency, Alcohol and Drug DependencyMaster BarberRevised 04/07/2023
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