Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Lawrie Carpenter-Staples

Advanced Recovery Systems
Sanford,FL
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience

Compassionate Counselor Education graduate specializing in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling, focusing on Addictions and LGBTQIA+ Studies. Offers 20 years of experience in client relations and crisis support, with expertise in psychiatric stabilization, suicide prevention, and trauma-informed care. Experienced in assisting adults, couples, first responders, and veterans facing co-occurring diagnoses in high-intensity settings.

Work History

Recovery Advocate

5 Years 1 Month
Advanced Recovery Systems | 01.2021 - 02.2026
  • Ensured client information remained confidential while managing sensitive data
  • Obtained key information to enhance client connection and engagement process
  • Provided program information to prospective clients and families via Telehealth
  • Maintained clear communication with supervisors and co-workers to foster collaborative work environment
  • Received Most Impactful IC, MVP in October 2021 from colleagues
  • Provided support to clients navigating recovery processes, ensuring compassionate and effective communication.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and resources, empowering them to take charge of their recovery journey.

Admissions Representative

1 Year
Harmony Hills | 01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conducted pre-admission assessments to evaluate candidate suitability for admission
  • Maintained accurate records to support effective inter-departmental communication
  • Well Versed in HIPAA protocols
  • Possessed expertise in the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale for mental health assessments

Veterinary Technician

2 Years
Animal Medical Clinic | 01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assisted doctors in diagnosing and treating patients, ensuring high-quality care.
  • Maintained accurate medical charts for medication schedules, recovery protocols, and diagnoses to support patient recovery.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life support to clients, addressing emotional needs with professionalism.

Education

M.S. - Counselor in Education

Stetson University | DeLand | 01-2026
  • Expected Completion
  • GPA: 4.0 GPA

B.A. - Communication

University of South Florida | Tampa | 01-2011

Skills

Addictions treatment support
Crisis Intervention & Suicide Risk Assessment (C-SSRS
Trauma-Informed Care)
Psychiatric assessment coordination
Crisis intervention and assessment
Group family counseling
Group and Family Counseling Foundations
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
Culturally responsive care
Multicultural competence
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Teamwork and collaboration
HIPAA guidelines

Certification

Certification of Completion for Introduction to Baker Act- Stetson University- Deland, FL 2022, Prepare and Enrich Marriage Facilitator - Stetson University- Deland, FL 2024, Suicide Assessment and Prevention Workshop (6 Hours)- Stetson University- Deland, FL 2024, SAIGE Certification of continuing education (10 Hours)-Elevating Advocacy- Denver, CO 2024, Gottman Level 1 Training - 2024, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) - 2024, Psychological First Aid - 2025, Nationally Certified Dementia Professional - 2026

Timeline

Admissions Representative

Harmony Hills
01.2022 - 01.2023Read More

Recovery Advocate

Advanced Recovery Systems
01.2021 - 02.2026Read More

Veterinary Technician

Animal Medical Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2020Read More

University of South Florida

B.A. from Communication
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Stetson University

M.S. from Counselor in Education
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Lawrie Carpenter-Staples