Jamie Kenyon
Harpursville,NY
Summary
Family Peer Advocate employs empathy and patience to connect with individuals on emotional level and provide support during difficult times. Excellent eye for detail and accurately assesses needs. Strives to provide best possible care and support. Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Peer Advocate
Greater Binghamton Health Center
02.2015 - Current
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Coordinated with local agencies to provide resources to clients.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
- Advocate for families
- Run support group for families and children
Family Peer Advisor
Broome County Catholic Charities
01.2008 - 02.2015
- Assisted with setting up CCSI wraparound for the families
- Assisted families with strength based assessments
- Advocated for families
- Participated in planning and running parent run support groups
- Teach parents to advocate for services
- Collaborated with community providers
- Assisted in programmatic outreach and community education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bridgewater Rehabilitation Center
12.1998 - 11.2001
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
GED -
Greene Central School District
Greene, NYSkills
- Community Organization
- Patient Interaction
- Client Screening
- Emotional Support
- Crisis Situations
- Life Skills Education
- Communication Abilities
- Peer Interaction
- Support Advocacy
- Wellness Checks
- Mental Health Support
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Family Peer Advocate
Greater Binghamton Health Center
02.2015 - Current
Family Peer Advisor
Broome County Catholic Charities
01.2008 - 02.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bridgewater Rehabilitation Center
12.1998 - 11.2001
GED -
Greene Central School District
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