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Jason P. Barret

San Diego,California

Summary

A Certified Medical-Cal Peer Support Specialist looking to work with clients who suffer from a wide variety of mental illness, drug and alcohol addiction, and developmental disabilities.

In my previous roles working as a Peer Support Specialist, I have provided mentoring, modeling and motivation to participants in both individual and group settings. My own prior addiction history helps me approach hard-to-reach individuals from a unique perspective and they trust me knowing I have been there before myself. I have worked with numerous people to design individualized recovery, and treatment plans incorporating therapy treatment and healthy social outings to encourage sobriety maintenance. My own proud recovery story and Certification as a Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist makes me an exceptional choice. I offer hope to people who are just beginning their journey on their recovery path. With outstanding interpersonal and communication talents, my abilities and personal experiences have positioned me to thrive in this role. My ability to connect with individuals and establish trusting relationships, along with my strong motivational and leadership capabilities, prepare me to make a strong contribution in this challenging capacity. With me as a Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist you can expect a direct-speaking strong motivator who provides a terrific role model. I look forward to speaking to you further. Please contact me via telephone to schedule an interview.

Results-driven mental health professional with comprehensive understanding of peer support dynamics. Known for fostering collaborative environments and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable team member adept at adapting to changing needs and priorities. Highly skilled in active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Telecare Corp
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Used my own lived experiences with substance abuse and mental health recovery as a vehicle to establish rapport and build relationships with the consumer and/or family members
  • Completed progress notes, other patient record documents and writes comprehensive and timely reports in accordance with source guidelines
  • Engaged and assisted clients to connect with and obtain needed services in the community, such as health services, employment, substance abuse treatment services and housing services, that suit the individual’s needs

CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Neighborhood House Association
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Engaged individuals to actively utilize the bio-psychosocial rehabilitation services for determining personal objectives / goals for recovery and steps that need to be taken to achieve these goals
  • Maintained an active client caseload of clients who may require case management and/or transition support
  • Worked independent of and in coordination with a multidisciplinary team to meet the emotional and practical supportive needs of program clients

PROJECT MANAGER

Healthcare Construction Company Inc
02.2018 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
  • Ensured that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

PROJECT MANAGER

California Neon Products
02.2014 - 01.2018
  • Worked with vendors to obtain current specifications, pricing and samples of products for signage packages
  • Provided status reports, client communication & coordinating with the sales team for timely completion & quality maintenance of projects

OFFICE MANAGER

JJH Construction
08.2006 - 02.2014
  • Maintained office services by organizing office operations and procedures; preparing payroll; controlling correspondence; designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functions
  • Designed and implemented office policies by establishing standards and procedures; measuring results against standards; making necessary adjustments

Education

Associates - Social & Behavioral Studies

Riverside Community College
11.2024

Diploma -

EL Bowsher High School
06.1991

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Computer Competency
  • Clients Service
  • Creative Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decision Making
  • Empowers Others
  • Excellent Communications
  • Flexibility
  • Forward Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Persuasive Communications
  • Mental health awareness
  • Wellness strategies
  • Recovery planning
  • Recovery guidance
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Arranging transportation
  • Effective collaboration and interaction
  • Relationship cultivation
  • Relationship-building skills
  • Planning skills
  • Providing direction
  • Service navigation
  • Community services information
  • Recovery assistance and support
  • Positive environment facilitation
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multicultural counseling
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Team building
  • Professionalism
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Time management abilities
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • Peer Reentry Leadership Academy (PRLA), San Diego Sheriff’s / NHA, 12/21
  • Strength Based Case Management, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions, 04/22
  • Overview of Behavioral Health Services, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions, 04/22
  • Introduction to Trauma Informed Care, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions, 04/22
  • Cultural Competence, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions, 04/22
  • BHS Disaster Training, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions, 04/22
  • Peer Support Specialist Certification Training, RI International, 06/22
  • Foundations in CM Substance Disorder SUD, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions, 06/22
  • Enhanced Case Management Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Training, Responsive Integrated Health Solutions NAMI California, 06/22

Militarystatus

U.S. Navy Veteran

References

References upon request

Militaryexperience

United States Navy, Honorable Discharge, 1993

Timeline

CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Telecare Corp
08.2022 - 12.2022

CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Neighborhood House Association
04.2022 - 08.2022

PROJECT MANAGER

Healthcare Construction Company Inc
02.2018 - 01.2022

PROJECT MANAGER

California Neon Products
02.2014 - 01.2018

OFFICE MANAGER

JJH Construction
08.2006 - 02.2014

Diploma -

EL Bowsher High School

Associates - Social & Behavioral Studies

Riverside Community College
Jason P. Barret