Jonathan Smith
CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Harper Woods,MI
Summary
Dynamic Certified Peer Support Specialist with the Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center, skilled in recovery planning and crisis management. Successfully mentored peers and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance client outcomes. Committed to fostering a positive environment and advocating for mental health awareness through effective communication and resource navigation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
05.2015 - 02.2026
- Conducted regular progress assessments, updating care plans as needed to reflect evolving client goals and circumstances.
- Actively pursued ongoing professional development opportunities to remain informed of emerging trends and best practices within the field of peer support services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new peer support specialists, sharing best practices and modeling effective techniques for supporting diverse client populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mental Heath
Mary Grove College
Detroit, MI09.2013
Skills
Mental health awareness
Behavioral management
Family support
Empathy development
Self-care techniques
Resource navigation
Substance abuse
Relapse prevention
Boundary setting
Stress reduction
Assertiveness training
Recovery planning
Wellness strategies
Peer advocacy
Problem-solving skills
Relationship building skills
Issue resolution
Motivational interviewing
Behavioral health
Mental health services
Recovery assistance and support
Providing direction
Planning skills
Positive environment facilitation
Effective collaboration and interaction
Recovery guidance
Community services information
Teamwork
Care planning
Confidentiality practices
Addiction treatment
Trauma-informed care
Problem-solving
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Emotional support
Social work
Decision-making
Self motivation
Treatment Planning
Active listening
Mental health support
Mental health assessment
Documentation and reporting
Intervention planning
Case management
Crisis management
Interpersonal skills
Stress management
Behavior modification
Substance abuse counseling
Positive reinforcement
Individual counseling
Conflict resolution
Client needs assessment
Certification
CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
05.2015 - 02.2026
CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
02-2013
Bachelor of Science - Mental Heath
Mary Grove College