Laura Linger
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Understanding Peer Support Specialist knowledgeable in care system navigation and willing to share life experiences related to mental illness. Energetic professional with more than 25 years of expertise providing mental support as well as advice and assistance to those wanting to change lives positively.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Beacon Group
04.2023 - Current
- .Assisted clients in developing and maintaining personalized wellness plans, guiding them in setting achievable goals for improved mental health outcomes.
- Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional and practical support in both group and one-on-one settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
Owner/Operator
Laura Linger, LLC
10.2001 - 05.2020
- I provided freelance paralegal and professional writing services to clients in Phoenix and in the surrounding areas. I recently stopped this service in order to pursue more consistent work.
Editor and Marketing Coordinator
The Apollo Group
03.1997 - 11.2001
- I edited materials for faculty and student use in University of Phoenix classes
- I coordinated marketing initiatives for several IT-related Apollo programs. My position was eliminated due to the economic downturn following 9/11.
Education
Certified Personal Medicine Coach - Mental Health Services
Pat Deegan And Associates
08.2024
Associate in Paralegal Studies -
Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ05.2003
Bachelor's in English -
Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN05.1994
Skills
- Research
- Mental Health Awareness
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Self-Care Techniques
- Stress Reduction
- Multicultural Competence
- Wellness Strategies
- Rapport Building
- Active Listening
- Emotional Support
- Coping Methods
Certification
Paralegal, 05/01/03, I graduated at the top of my class at Phoenix College, with a straight 4.0 GPA throughout the paralegal program.
Additional Information
I am learning Spanish.
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Beacon Group
04.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator
Laura Linger, LLC
10.2001 - 05.2020
Editor and Marketing Coordinator
The Apollo Group
03.1997 - 11.2001
Certified Personal Medicine Coach - Mental Health Services
Pat Deegan And Associates
Associate in Paralegal Studies -
Phoenix College
Bachelor's in English -
Purdue University-Main Campus
Paralegal, 05/01/03, I graduated at the top of my class at Phoenix College, with a straight 4.0 GPA throughout the paralegal program.
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