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Leroy Garcia

RSPS, MHPS, Trainer, And Team Lead
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Adept in mental health awareness and recovery planning, I have been recognized in Texas Monthly for my impactful work at SACADA, where I led the recovery and mental health department. With over eight years of experience in peer support and a track record of successful interventions, my expertise enhances client relationships and fosters holistic recovery.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

RSPS, MHPS, Intervention, and Recovery Comapnion

The Relapse Project
San Antonio, TX
01.2024 - Current
  • Through lived experience and work experience, I am able to navigate through every barrier I have encountered.
  • I have sponsored individuals from four treatment centers through a 12-step program for the past eight and a half years, which gives me lots of time working with individuals.
  • Also, I am a sponsored runner, so I also help with a holistic recovery as well.

RSPS, MHPS, Trainer and Team Lead

San Antonio Council on alcohol and drug awareness
San Antonio, TX
11.2017 - Current
  • Narcan Trainer.
  • Stigman and language matters in SUD trainer
  • Up to date on my CEUs for RSPS, and MHPS.
  • I have been featured in Texas Monthly for the work I do in recovery.
  • Oversee the recovery and mental health department at SACADA and serve as head coach for the medically assisted grant (MAT-PODA-federal).
  • Trainer for trainers for the RSPS state certification.

Education

High School Diploma -

William Howard Taft HS
San Antonio, TX
05-2001

Some College (No Degree) - Biology And Sociology

Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Mental health awareness
  • Recovery planning
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Multicultural competence
  • Peer support expertise
  • Relapse prevention
  • Professional boundaries
  • Behavioral health interventions
  • Goal setting assistance
  • Psychoeducation delivery
  • Empathy development
  • Self-care promotion
  • Family support
  • Wellness coaching
  • Substance abuse
  • Client relationship building
  • Documentation
  • Repair skills
  • Routine maintenance
  • Basic maintenance skills
  • Asset recovery

Timeline

RSPS, MHPS, Intervention, and Recovery Comapnion

The Relapse Project
01.2024 - Current

RSPS, MHPS, Trainer and Team Lead

San Antonio Council on alcohol and drug awareness
11.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

William Howard Taft HS

Some College (No Degree) - Biology And Sociology

Northwest Vista College
Leroy GarciaRSPS, MHPS, Trainer, And Team Lead