Kimberly Starr
Poland,OH
Summary
Certified Health Coach and Peer Recovery Specialist, driven to live a holistic and healthy lifestyle, focusing to achieve health and well being to maintain continued and long term recovery. Seeking to re-visit a well loved profession where I can help make a difference in the lives of others, through support, education, and a heart for people. As one who has personally been in recovery since 2007, has experienced multiple levels of healing and personal growth. Through experience, I understand the importance of an ongoing commitment to maintain a life of sobriety, managing a healthy mind and body, emphasizing preventative health and longevity, and focusing on living a faith filled lifestyle. Enthusiastic, highly motivated, goal oriented, and displays excellent listening skills with a desire to learn, grow and build new meaningful experiences. Values and respects all personal and professional relationships with a team spirit approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
On Demand Counseling
Austintown, Ohio
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Facilitated peer support sessions to promote recovery and wellness strategies.
- Connected with those attending IOP to assist and maintain a healthy recovery plan.
- Developed individualized recovery plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective and individual care per client.
Community Outreach Manager
BrightView Health
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in community awareness
- Educated community members regarding resources to outpatient program by using staff meetings, facility tours and presentations
- Developed long-lasting partnerships with stakeholders, including local leaders, management team and direct referral partners with monthly follow up servicing calls
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs
- Logged daily reports of activity and of productivity
- Attended networking meetings, community events, seminars, and trainings
- Provided weekly reports of client referrals, active accounts, and admissions to program
- Followed weekly census of patient referrals and provide bi-weekly reports for admissions and referral sources
Certified Yoga Instructor - OmAddicts- Holy Yoga
Self
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Developed positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during yoga classes.
- Lead a faith based ministry focusing on Jesus and the Word of God to bring hope, healing and spiritual connection to those attending.
- Held small group bible studies for women.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
- Educated clients on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, at home and on vacation.
- Assisted in motivating clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines.
Business Development Coordinator
American Addiction Centers
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Organized individual referrals, including advocating for needs and resolving roadblocks to treatment options
- Coordinated patient's discharge plan, assisted with assessments, and facilitated travel logistics with patient, family, and inside team
- Coordinate patient's discharge plan, assisted with assessments, and facilitated travel logistics with patient, family, and inside team
- Referred clients to appropriate treatment centers, community agencies and organizations to meet individual needs
- Developed business relationships and partnerships with related healthcare systems to assist in patient's placement needs for successful recovery
Peer Recovery Coach
Mercy Health St. Elizabeth's Hospital
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Worked directly with patients affected by substance use disorders, and mental health. Offer support and understanding as one who relates through a lived, personal history.
- Assisted social workers in ED and med surge floors, talked with patients face to face about addiction and future treatment goals
- Made direct referrals to treatment centers, assisted with phone assessments, verified insurance, patient records, and coordinated travel to facilities
- Met, and assisted clients for aftercare support and follow ups
- Attended weekly outpatient location teaching yoga and assisting with art therapy groups
Artistic Director
Self- Art And Soul Studio 2
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Offered residential interior design services
- Worked to fulfill client expectations for home projects
- Refaced cabinetry and furniture, creating custom painted finishes
- Presented group workshops and supplied retail products for customers
- Performed all aspects of business management, marketing, and accounting procedures
Artistic Director
Self-The Backdoor Furnishings
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Launched new retail location for decorative paint products and supplies in workshop settings
- Educated customers on products and provided excellent customer service
- Developed trusting customer relationships
- Trained staff in daily business procedures
- Managed inventory and sales through quickbooks
- Set quarterly goals, and maintained business plan
Certified Yoga Instructor
Self- Studio Owner
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Instructed group yoga classes developing students spirituality and inner strength
- Developed a women's ministry network with a faith based approach
- Promoted a healthy lifestyle and emotional balance
- Facilitated small group bible studies and support groups
Education
Certified - Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy
Y12SR Yoga 12 Step Recovery
Indianapolis, iNChemical Dependency Counselor Assistant - Substance Abuse And Mental Health
Wise Communications
Ashland, OhioCertified Peer Recovery Supporter - Substance Abuse And Mental Health
Mental Health And Addiction Services
Columbus, OhioHoly Yoga Yin
HY-YIN 60 HourCertified Holistic Health Coach - Health And Wellness Coaching Certification
Functional Medicine Coaching Academy
Graduate03-2023
Restorative Yoga Training
Jillian Pransky Yoga
90 Hour Teacher Training02-2023
200 Hr HY-Certified - Yoga Therapy And Teacher Training
Holy Yoga Global
Phoenix, AZ2010
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design And Merchandising
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH07-1998
High School Diploma - undefined
Poland Seminary High School
Poland, OH1989
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Goal Setting
- Trauma informed
- 12 step recovery
- Celebrate Recovery
- Health and wellness coaching
- Treatment planning
- Individual and group facilitator
- Yoga and fitness
- Client education
- Resource advocacy
- Customer service
- Strong organization
- Time management
- Program development
- Relationships/Team building
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
On Demand Counseling
02.2020 - 07.2020
Community Outreach Manager
BrightView Health
08.2019 - 03.2020
Business Development Coordinator
American Addiction Centers
01.2019 - 07.2019
Peer Recovery Coach
Mercy Health St. Elizabeth's Hospital
02.2018 - 02.2019
Artistic Director
Self- Art And Soul Studio 2
10.2016 - 06.2018
Artistic Director
Self-The Backdoor Furnishings
03.2012 - 09.2016
Certified Yoga Instructor - OmAddicts- Holy Yoga
Self
01.2011 - 01.2020
Certified Yoga Instructor
Self- Studio Owner
01.2010 - 01.2013
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant - Substance Abuse And Mental Health
Wise Communications
Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Substance Abuse And Mental Health
Mental Health And Addiction Services
Holy Yoga Yin
Restorative Yoga Training
Jillian Pransky Yoga
200 Hr HY-Certified - Yoga Therapy And Teacher Training
Holy Yoga Global
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design And Merchandising
Youngstown State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Poland Seminary High School
Certified - Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy
Y12SR Yoga 12 Step Recovery
Certified Holistic Health Coach - Health And Wellness Coaching Certification
Functional Medicine Coaching Academy