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Kaylin Brown

Boston,MA

Summary

Certified Recovery Coach pursuing LADAC certification, offering expertise in housing navigation and homeless advocacy. Demonstrated proficiency in assisting individuals with mental health challenges and addiction. Committed to providing support and guidance to empower individuals to regain control of their lives. Passionate about advocating for the voiceless and dedicated to enhancing the Boston community, particularly for at-risk youth and adults facing formidable obstacles.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA Personal Care Assistant

Certified Recovery Coach

06.2022 - Current
  • Works with people in the project cluster's communities who need recovery support
  • Recovery Coaches provide individual and group support in multiple settings, and provide appropriate referrals for resources like detox, housing, outpatient treatment, clothing/food, and overdose prevention/Narcan training

Housing Navigator

Home Start Inc
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Work with individuals and families living within homeless shelters in the Greater Boston area, assisting them through the process of finding and moving into safe, permanent housing
  • Using a 'Housing First' approach
  • Work closely with each client to develop an action plan that promotes self-sufficiency and provides the best possible chance at obtaining and sustaining permanent housing

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

My Sisters Place
01.2016 - 10.2020
  • Maintained detailed case records, contributing to efficient case management processes and improved outcomes for clients.
  • Facilitated support groups for domestic violence survivors, promoting healing through shared experiences and mutual empowerment.
  • Evaluated program performance regularly by collecting data on service delivery effectiveness, leading to continuous improvement in service provision.
  • Built strong relationships with local shelters, increasing the availability of safe housing options for clients in need.

Personal Care Aide

Cerebral Palsy of Massachusetts
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • I would have to dress, feed, and shower my client
  • Take him to school, and clean his living area
  • I also am experienced with using and a hoyer lift and dismantling a wheel chair
  • Also putting the wheel chair back together

Daycare Teacher

Miller home daycare
08.2009 - 06.2018
  • I would prepare daily meals and serve the children
  • Take them to do outdoor activities and do learning games
  • Teaching younger children their emotions and how to verbalize how they feel
  • I also held a music class twice a week with them, where we would sing nursery rhymes

Education

Certified in Recovery coach -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission
Boston, MA
07.2022

Certified in Exploring Cultural Competency for Recovery Coaching -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission
Boston, MA
06.2022

Certified in Mental Wellness and Recovery Coaching -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission
Boston, MA
06.2022

Certified in Motivational Interviewing -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission
Boston, MA
06.2022

High school diploma or GED - Nursing

Lincoln High School
Brockton, MA
03.2010

Skills

  • Crisis Management
  • Capacity Planning
  • Critical Care Experience
  • Fair Housing regulations
  • Addictions 101
  • Recovery coaching
  • Ethical considerations
  • Mental wellness and recovery coaching
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Case Management

Certification

  • CPR Certification, 06/01/22
  • First Aid Certification, 06/01/22
  • Certified Recovery coach, 06/01/22 to Present

Timeline

Certified Recovery Coach

06.2022 - Current

Housing Navigator

Home Start Inc
01.2021 - 05.2023

Personal Care Aide

Cerebral Palsy of Massachusetts
09.2018 - 04.2019

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

My Sisters Place
01.2016 - 10.2020

Daycare Teacher

Miller home daycare
08.2009 - 06.2018

Certified in Recovery coach -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission

Certified in Exploring Cultural Competency for Recovery Coaching -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission

Certified in Mental Wellness and Recovery Coaching -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission

Certified in Motivational Interviewing -

Massachusetts rehabilitation commission

High school diploma or GED - Nursing

Lincoln High School

PCA Personal Care Assistant

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