John Ferguson
Grayson,KY
Summary
At Pathways, I championed recovery and resilience, leading peer support groups and employing motivational interviewing to foster healthy behaviors. My adeptness in stress reduction and exceptional rapport-building skills significantly enhanced client life satisfaction and recovery success. I excelled in tailoring interventions and advocating for mental health, demonstrating profound impact without relying on numerical data.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Detox Associate
Pathways
07.2024 - Current
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
- Facilitated peer support groups, creating a safe space for open discussion and shared experiences.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
- Supported clients in setting and achieving personal goals, leading to improved life satisfaction.
- Encouraged client participation in therapeutic activities, promoting mental and emotional well-being.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, supporting case management efforts.
- Tailored support strategies to address unique challenges faced by clients, resulting in more effective interventions.
- 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.
- Served as role model for recovery, inspiring clients with personal success stories and resilience.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morgan County High
West Liberty, KY05-1998
Skills
- Stress reduction techniques
- Substance abuse awareness
- Problem-solving skills
- Relapse prevention
- Rapport building
- Issue resolution
- Relationship building skills
- Mental health advocacy
- Communication
Timeline
Detox Associate
Pathways
07.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Morgan County High
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