Joey Graham
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Empathetic Peer Support Specialist with proven to build trusting relationships with clients. Caring with genuine concern for wellbeing of peers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
ARJ
09.2023 - 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.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
Residential Counselor
Echelon
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Encouraged clients to develop self-advocacy skills and to become active participants in own treatment plans.
- Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
Rehabilitation Technician
LifeSpan
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Collaborated with case managers to maintain continuity of care and to provide referrals to treatment programs.
- Coordinated with other professionals to develop interdisciplinary treatment plans.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among resients.
- Monitored resident behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NCHigh School Diploma -
East Mecklenburg High School
Charlotte, NC06.1991
Skills
- Social Activity Planning
- Providing Direction
- Relationship-Building Skills
- Relationship Cultivation
- Interpersonal Abilities
- Effective Collaboration and Interaction
- Arranging Transportation
- Rapport Building
- Planning Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Abilities
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Mental Health Services
- Treatment Planning
- Group Counseling
- Patient Intake
- Care Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Advocacy
- Social Skills Teacher
- Case Management Proficiency
- Decision-Making
- Mental Health Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Intervention Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Emotional Support
- Positive Patient Experiences
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
ARJ
09.2023 - Current
Residential Counselor
Echelon
01.2023 - 09.2023
Rehabilitation Technician
LifeSpan
01.2008 - 12.2010
Associate of Arts -
Central Piedmont Community College
High School Diploma -
East Mecklenburg High School