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James Shirah

Chico,CA

Summary

Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than 14 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services. Hardworking I am committed to coaching peers through life challenges. Develops customized plans for individual issues. Engaging and outgoing with strong communication skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Peer Support Specialist

Northern Valley Catholic Social Services
Chico Ca, CA
05.2010 - Current
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.

Fundraiser

Police Athletic League
San Bernardino, CA
06.2002 - 12.2004
  • Planned and implemented fundraising events.
  • Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
  • Developed and implemented marketing campaigns targeting donors.
  • Attended events to develop professional network of potential donors.
  • Researched and identified potential donors.

Processer, Fisherman

Atlantic Prince Inc
Cape May , NJ
04.1991 - 10.1994

I Processed squid.I worked the freezer. Fisherman duties. Lived on the ship. Seasonal employment. Great wages! Very hard work with very long hours.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sparks High School
Sparks, NV
06.1977

Skills

  • Community Outreach Programs
  • Peer Interaction
  • Effective Listening
  • Individual Counseling
  • Effective coping skills
  • Able to train and manage others

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist

Northern Valley Catholic Social Services
05.2010 - Current

Fundraiser

Police Athletic League
06.2002 - 12.2004

Processer, Fisherman

Atlantic Prince Inc
04.1991 - 10.1994

High School Diploma -

Sparks High School
James Shirah