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Jessica Maloney

Shelby,NC

Summary

Harm reduction -oriented NC certified peer support specialist and outreach worker with 4 half years of experience in overdose prevention , education, response and syringe services program coordination . Highly skilled in interpersonal skills and data documentation . Also works with Gaston County ems part time as a peer support.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Peer Suppirt

Gastin County Ems
07.2023 - Current
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Olive Branch Ministry
02.2020 - Current
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.

  • Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
  • Coordinate syringe services program in three counties
  • Outreach worker for a tri -county overdose respond team
  • Linkage to care for participants and community resoures
  • Provide peer support for individuals with substance use disorder and mental health challenges.

Red Cap Database Implementation

Points Of Hope
02.2020 - Current

Entered 4 years of historical data into new redcap database


Daily data collection

Research Interviewer/Community Outreach Specialist

Heluna Health
02.2020 - 04.2023
  • Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
  • Conductinginterviews with people who inject drugs.
  • Conducting outreach in the community
  • Conducted structured quantitative interviews with research subjects at baseline
  • Operated computerized data collection program on a laptop computer
  • Assist project coordinator with monthly check in appointments
  • Assist Project Coordinator with set up and break downs of field sites
  • communicated effectively with both research colleagues and research subjects particularly vulnerable and at risk individuals,unhoused people, sex workers
  • Performed work accurately and thoroughly
  • Maintained confidentiality and good judgement
  • Experienced in the practice and principles of harm reduction

Education

High School Diploma -

Crest High School
Shelby, NC

Skills

  • Chronic Disorders
  • Statistical Data
  • Community Services Information
  • Social Activity Planning
  • Peer Support
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Grief Support
  • Interviewing
  • Linkage to care
  • Data Entry
  • Crisis Situations
  • Coping Methods
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Emotional Support
  • Resident Support
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Recovery Guidance
  • Positive Environment Facilitation
  • Effective Listening

Timeline

Peer Suppirt

Gastin County Ems
07.2023 - Current

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Olive Branch Ministry
02.2020 - Current

Red Cap Database Implementation

Points Of Hope
02.2020 - Current

Research Interviewer/Community Outreach Specialist

Heluna Health
02.2020 - 04.2023

High School Diploma -

Crest High School
Jessica Maloney