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Jerome Foster

Washington,DC

Summary

Dynamic Peer Support Specialist with extensive experience at RRI International, adept at crisis intervention and conflict resolution. Successfully empowered clients through effective problem-solving and built trusting relationships, ensuring access to vital resources. Recognized for discipline and reliability, fostering a supportive environment that promotes recovery and personal growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Monitor/Peer Support Specialist

Federal City Recovery Services
05.2021 - Current

Assist Clients with coping skills and life experiences by not using drugs or alcohol.

Helped Clients with treatment and issue medications when needed.


Transported Clients safely to support meetings and medical appointments.


Led support groups and facilitated meetings with struggling individuals.


Peer Support Specialist

RRI International
11.2024 - 08.2025
  • Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
  • Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
  • Developed trusting relationships with clients by maintaining confidentiality, respect, and non-judgmental attitudes.
  • Empowered clients by teaching effective problem-solving skills that they can apply in real-life situations.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
  • Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.

Education

GED - General Studies

Ballou Stay
Washington, DC
08.1988

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Discipline
  • Incident reporting
  • Behavior management
  • Problem-solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Team leader

Certification

Peer Recovery Coach

Medication Management

Preventing & De-escalating crisis situations

Ethics

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist

RRI International
11.2024 - 08.2025

Monitor/Peer Support Specialist

Federal City Recovery Services
05.2021 - Current

GED - General Studies

Ballou Stay