Jason Urquhart
Augusta,ME
Summary
I am a person in long term recovery .I choose the recovery field to hopefully give back to the community which has helped me change my life and to use my life experiences to help others recover . I enjoy the challenges that peer support n recovery coaching present..I work well as a individual as well as in a team setting . I am well recieved in my community and working hard to further my education and certifications. I have attended CCAR recovery coach training and am enrolled in Ethics this Febuary.I have attended CIPPS 101 class and will be following thru with further training and certification .Ive been working with Peers since 2017 when I started working at the Kennebec County Correctional Facility as Peer Support for the CARA program (Voluntary) which is a state run program covering all counties in Maine.I am looking to relocate to the Dover area n want to continue the work I have been doing to help others who choose to recover. I am not the greatest tech wise but am learning more everyday .I look forward to possibly working with you in the future . I am a Determined individual with a high level of compassion and skill in assisting individuals in various stages of recovery. support all Pathways to recovery. I am a hardworking Peer Support Specialist known for my ability to adapt and build repor with my Peers and promoting assistance wherever and whenever needed. Dedicated Peer support Specialist with broad range of experience delivering comprehensive case management to residents in long-term facilities and social services programs. Highly accomplished in fostering meaningful relationships and developing effective short-term and long-term plans to achieve client goals. Complete understanding of complex considerations governing assessment and treatment. Motivated Peer Support Specialist dedicated to coaching clients through life changes. Creates customized, structured support plans. Energetic and friendly with strong relationship-building skills. Reliable Counselor lends skilled supervision, activity planning and organization to individual patient assessment and treatment. Adeptly navigates stressful environments to deliver optimized outcomes. Dedicated to balancing high degree of compassionate care with privacy and understanding. 7 Enthusiastic Peer Support Specialist proudly offering over 7 years of sobriety and a willingness to help others navigate the services and recovery options available. An energetic individual skilled in building rapport with recovering alcoholics and sharing methods that promote success. Highly committed to delivering support to others. Caring Peer Support Specialist build trust and rapport. Compassionate and empathetic with genuine concern for the well-being of peers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Coordinator
Augusta Recovery Re Entry Center
Augusta, ME
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
- Provided feedback regarding program operations and improvement opportunities.
- Aided individuals by developing wellness plans and advance directives to achieve goals.
- Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
- Helped individuals overcome discrimination, stigmas and trauma by providing encouragement and community resources.
- Monitored client activities in order to assess the effectiveness of treatment plans.
- Assisted others through dynamic relationships built on trust and utilized effective listening and interpersonal skills.
- Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional and mental support.
Recovery House Manager
Kennebec House Sober living for Men
Augusta, ME
03.2023 - Current
- Created and maintained a safe, secure environment that promoted sobriety and encouraged personal growth.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss operational issues and review progress towards goals.
- Organized educational events for residents such as lectures on addiction recovery topics or workshops on relapse prevention strategies.
- Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encourage patient progress.
- Participated in outreach programs aimed at educating the community about addiction recovery services available at the Recovery House.
- Monitored progress of resident treatment plans in accordance with Recovery House standards.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to plan rehabilitation programs.
- Coordinated with mental health professionals on behalf of residents to ensure continuity of care.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff, residents, and outside stakeholders.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
Peer Educator / CARA Program
Kennebec County Correctional Facility
Augusta, ME
03.2017 - Current
- Facilitated interactive workshops about nutrition, stress management, alcohol use.
- Facilitated groups of as many as [Number] students to discuss key topics.
- Supported students by identifying and addressing specific concerns.
- Engaged students and made lessons entertaining to hold interest and encourage learning.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Attended to students in classroom, study area, and home environments to maximize support.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maranacook Community School
Readfield, ME12-1988
Skills
- Consulting
- Resource Allocation
- Recordkeeping
- Event Coordination
- Event Planning
- Presenting Ideas and Plans
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship Building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Professional Networking
- Project Coordination
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
- CIPS 101 peer support training 2017 CCAR recovery coach training 2023
Timeline
Peer Coordinator
Augusta Recovery Re Entry Center
03.2023 - Current
Recovery House Manager
Kennebec House Sober living for Men
03.2023 - Current
Peer Educator / CARA Program
Kennebec County Correctional Facility
03.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Maranacook Community School