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Kelly R. DeBoard

Pocatello,ID

Summary

Enthusiastic Peer Support Specialis with a high level of compassion and skill in assisting individuals in various stages of recovery. Hardworking Peer Support Specialist known for handling appointment scheduling, transporting clients to meetings and promoting assistance wherever and whenever needed. I build trust and understanding easily with clients. Compassionate and empathetic with genuine concern for the well-being of peers. Proudly offering over ! year 5 months of sobriety and a willingness to help others navigate the services and recovery options available. An energetic individual skilled in building rapport with recovering addicts / alcoholics / mental health patients, and sharing methods that promote success. Highly committed to delivering support to others.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Peer Support Volunteer

Center for Hope south
Pocatello, ID
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one emotional and social support to individuals in need.
  • Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
  • Monitored client progress over time through regular follow-up calls or visits.
  • Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
  • Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities that foster physical and emotional wellbeing.
  • Conducted intakes for new clients and documented their information accordingly.
  • Attended relevant workshops and seminars related to peer support work in order to stay up-to-date on current trends.
  • Consulted on outside cases using personal expertise in 12 step related recovery, and Behavioral Health related diagnoses.

Concessions Manager

K&A Concessions
Detroit, MI
07.2005 - 11.2010
  • Performed monthly inspections of equipment to ensure proper maintenance is being done.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Supervised a team of concession staff to ensure efficient operations.
  • Provided customer service support in resolving customer complaints or issues.

Senior Production Technician

Thomsom Multimedia Inc.
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2000 - 01.2002
  • Provided training and guidance to new staff members on the use of production equipment.
  • Analyzed data collected from various sources, such as customer feedback surveys and machine readouts, to identify areas needing improvement or optimization.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Maintained machines by performing inspections and troubleshooting problems with equipment.

Education

MCSE, MCSD, CNE, CIW, Network+, A+

Advanced Technical Centers
Salt Lake City, UT
06-2002

Bachelor of Science - General Contracting VT

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT
06-1993

Skills

  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Effective Collaboration and Interaction
  • Recovery Assistance and Support

Affiliations

  • I am involved in sporting activities, and other prosocial / Sober entertainment activities

Accomplishments

  • I am a Emmy Award winner (2001 Thomson Multimedia Inc. (Mediapool))
  • Also certified in MCSE, MCSD, CNE, Sisco, CIW, Network+, and A+

Timeline

Peer Support Volunteer

Center for Hope south
05.2023 - Current

Concessions Manager

K&A Concessions
07.2005 - 11.2010

Senior Production Technician

Thomsom Multimedia Inc.
07.2000 - 01.2002

MCSE, MCSD, CNE, CIW, Network+, A+

Advanced Technical Centers

Bachelor of Science - General Contracting VT

Salt Lake Community College
Kelly R. DeBoard