Kayleigh Littlefield
Greater Lakes Mental Health Care
Yelm
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Compassionate Certified Peer Counselor with 6 years of experience delivering housing support and guidance to individuals. Expertise in active listening, conflict resolution, and motivational interviewing enhances mental health and recovery initiatives. Focused on fostering a safe environment for individuals to navigate challenges and develop effective coping strategies.
Work History
Mental Health Advocate
9 Months- Advocated for clients' mental health needs through individualized support plans.
- Connected clients with appropriate support networks, promoting long-term recovery and social integration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop community outreach programs.
- Conducted outreach efforts targeted at underserved populations, increasing accessibility of mental health services within those communities.
Peer Support Specialist
4 Years 5 Months- Delivered one-on-one peer counseling to individuals facing mental health issues, addiction, and emotional distress, fostering a supportive environment for recovery.
- Applied active listening and motivational interviewing techniques to assist clients in identifying goals, facilitating their journey toward recovery.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to develop personalized care plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Work side by side with individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
- Maintained thorough client progress reports in compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards, ensuring accurate tracking of client development.
Residential Counselor
1 Year 7 Months- Guided individuals transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care by providing emotional support and enhancing daily living skills.
- Offered guidance on managing mental health symptoms and coping with stressors in real-life situations.
- Modeled positive recovery behaviors by sharing personal experiences to inspire hope and resilience in others.
- Conducted wellness check-ins with clients to monitor progress and collaboratively adjust goals for continued development.
Education
High School Diploma
HCA (Home Care Aide) Certification
Dental Assistant Certification
Skills
Crisis Management
Case Management
Documentation & Reporting
Motivational Interviewing
Substance abuse awareness
Cultural Competency
Active Listening
Conflict Resolution
Empathy and Compassion
Certification
- Certified Peer Counselor Washington Council of Behavior Health Education, June 2021
- Management of Aggressive Behavior Training Greater Lakes Mental Health, May 2024
- Trauma Informed Care Training Greater Lakes Mental Health, August 2023
Timeline
Mental Health Advocate
Greater Lakes Mental Health Care
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Peer Support Specialist
Greater Lakes Mental Health
05.2021 - 10.2025Read More
Residential Counselor
Greater Lakes Mental Health
10.2019 - 05.2021Read More
Bates Technical College
Dental Assistant Certification
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Clover Park Technical College
HCA (Home Care Aide) Certification
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Challenger High School
High School Diploma
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