JOHN SINGER
Summary
Highly organized and motivated Peer Support Specialist with 6 years of continuous recovery. Empathetic and compassionate leader dedicated to assisting individuals on their substance use journey, providing lived experience to inspire strength and hope.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
EPICC CORE Program Coordinator
Behavioral Health Network Inc.
St. Louis, MO
08.2024 - Current
- Develop and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
- Provide guidance and support to Peer Support Specialist in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Coordinate meetings with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of program initiatives.
- Participate in the development of new programs or modifications to existing programs.
- Organize special events related to the promotion or awareness of the program's mission or purpose.
Advocate for Hope/NPRA
ARCHway Institute
03.2020 - Current
- Utilized experience through substance use to outreach individuals in need of life change
- Used dynamic interpersonal communication to make connections with members of the community on micro, mezzo and macro levels
- Inspired strength and hope for individuals unsure of their futures in relation to their struggles with substance use disorder
- Able to provide support to family members in need who are struggling with the ongoing substance use of their loved one(s)
Sobering Support Center Unit Coordinator
Preferred Family Healthcare
St. Louis , MO
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Oversee daily operations of Crisis Stabilization Unit
- Supervise 17 employees consisting of Peer Support Specialists, Medics, and Behavioral Health Technicians
- Monitor appropriate break times of staff members and general scheduling needs
- Coordination with St Louis City law enforcement and Emergency Departments for referrals
- Utilize the Sobering Support Center to help clients achieve sobriety and get connected with long-term resources.
Member Care Specialist & Lead Housing Peer
Sana Lake Recovery Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided expert care to members receiving services at Sana Lake Recovery Center
- Practiced outstanding interpersonal communication, de-escalation, coordination of care, etc
- Lead Peer Support Specialist for the housing program associated with Sana Lake Recovery Center
- Worked with individuals needing housing to make placement and keep them engaged in the programming designed for the housing program
- Provided experience, strength and hope to individuals on their journeys through recovery
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Capella University
10.2024
GED -
Hancock High School/STLCC
12.2011
Skills
- Collaborative Communication Skills
- Crisis Management
- Independently Driven
- Effective Communication Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Public Outreach Initiatives
- Hiring and recruitment knowledge
Timeline
EPICC CORE Program Coordinator
Behavioral Health Network Inc.
08.2024 - Current
Sobering Support Center Unit Coordinator
Preferred Family Healthcare
09.2021 - 08.2024
Member Care Specialist & Lead Housing Peer
Sana Lake Recovery Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
Advocate for Hope/NPRA
ARCHway Institute
03.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Social Work -
Capella University
GED -
Hancock High School/STLCC
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