John Vardakas
Apache Junction,AZ
Summary
Willing to be a Patient Care Technician to share life experiences related to mental illness, homelessness, and substance abuse. Offering more than 5 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Community Bridges Inc.
Mesa, AZ
10.2025 - Current
- Monitored client behavior in various settings, documenting observations to inform future interventions.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Community Bridges Inc.
Mesa, AZ
09.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one peer support services to individuals with mental health conditions in a clinical setting.
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency policy.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills and strategies to manage daily stressors.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
Education
Certification - Peer Support Specialist
Just 1 Life
Mesa, AZ08.2024
GED - undefined
Cleveland Public Schools
Cleveland, OH07.1993
Skills
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Empower others
- Promote recovery
- Providing direction
- Stress reduction techniques
- Self-care management
- Leadership skills
- Boundary setting
- Peer support ethics
- Recovery guidance
- Interpersonal skills
- Patient advocacy
- Behavioral health
- Rapport building
Certification
Patient Care Technician
Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Community Bridges Inc.
10.2025 - Current
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Community Bridges Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Certification - Peer Support Specialist
Just 1 Life
GED - undefined
Cleveland Public Schools