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Jocelyn Salgado

Lake Grove

Summary

Certified Peer Support professional with solid experience in supporting individuals through recovery and personal growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication. Skilled in active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Passionate about fostering supportive and inclusive environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist

RISE Life Services Enrichment Experience
02.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional and practical support in both group and one-on-one settings.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and services, increasing their access to valuable support networks.
  • Complete Wellness Recovery Action Plans WRAP, safety, crisis intervention and relapse prevention plans
  • Complete progress notes collaboratively and ensure progress notes are available to be read in the daily organizational meeting
  • Provide individual peer support and wellness counseling, harm reduction counseling based on motivational interviewing

Peer Support Specialist

The Mental Health Association of Nassau County
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a trusting environment to encourage open communication about personal challenges and goals.
  • Increased community awareness of mental health issues by conducting outreach presentations at local schools, businesses, and organizations.

Behavior Technician

Proud Moments
02.2021 - 09.2022


  • Share in the extraordinary achievement of your clients as they develop positive behaviors and learn new skills
  • Measure each client’s progress and monitor the effectiveness of treatment plans by collecting and reporting critical data using our advanced technology tools
  • Provide caring support during family conversations with the care team to ensure parents fully understand assessment results and treatment recommendations
  • Ensure satisfaction and the highest quality of care by promptly responding to the needs and requests of clients and their families
  • Maintain clear lines of communication with families, supervisors, and other stakeholders
  • Enthusiastically support the care team by performing tasks as directed by the BCBA
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.

In-Home Mental Health Support Specialist

Lodestar Children's Services
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Support 2-5 children in need towards achieving optimal functioning as a 1:1 worker in homes and communities.
  • Work occurs in a variety of settings where the child lives, works, attends school, engages in services, and/or socializes.
  • Common tasks include supporting skill development, teaching personalized coping strategies (such as anger management and desensitization), and improving effective communication.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Nassau County Community College
Garden City, NY
12-2018

Skills

  • Peer advocacy
  • Mental health awareness
  • Self-care techniques
  • Stress reduction
  • Multicultural competence
  • Wellness strategies
  • Recovery planning
  • Boundary setting
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Problem-solving

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Elementary

Certification

  • NYCPS-P - New York Certified Peer Specialist [March 1, 2023- March 1, 2028
  • YPA - PROFESSIONAL YOUTH PEER ADVOCATE CREDENTIAL [January 14, 2025- January 14, 2027]

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist

RISE Life Services Enrichment Experience
02.2024 - Current

Peer Support Specialist

The Mental Health Association of Nassau County
09.2021 - 08.2023

Behavior Technician

Proud Moments
02.2021 - 09.2022

In-Home Mental Health Support Specialist

Lodestar Children's Services
02.2021 - 04.2022

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Nassau County Community College

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