LEROY DUANE POWELL
Scotland Neck,NC
Summary
Dedicated and Empathetic professional specializing in Social Services with a strong background providing community organizing and advocacy, evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families.
Hands-On and Expert Knowledge with more than 10 years of expertise providing mental health support as well as advice and assistance to those wanting to change lives positively.
Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FAMILY PARTNER
Eastpointe Health Services
11.2022 - Current
- Supports clients from diverse communities with specific, tailored programming, promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in healthcare and social programs.
- Assists families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Visits homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Assists parents and caregivers in meeting youth needs through education, targeted support, coaching and guidance.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Eastpointe Health Services
10.2013 - 11.2022
- Builds relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrates extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Assists individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Communicates with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
- Fosters relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
- Provides emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
DIRECT CARE
PARAPROFESSIONAL, STAFF Easterseals UCP
06.2013 - 12.2015
- Provided direct care and supervision to clients with developmental or other disabilities
- Handled the basic health care and assistance with health care needs, assisting clients with life skills, including living, vocational, recreational, and educational skills, reviewing treatment plans for appropriateness, and supervising implementation of care and treatment plans
- Provided paraprofessional guidance and counseling to clients to help find solutions to their personal problems, including problems of separation and adjustment to group living, and to develop personal values and goals; directs their daily activities, maintains order, and provides support
- Provided active treatment programming to clients in life skills; controls movement of residents to and from living quarters for activities and off-campus appointments
TRANSITION SUPPORT SPECIALIST/CARE COORDINATOR
SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR Second Chance Recovery, Inc
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Assisted clients in articulating their goals for recovery, learning, and practicing new skills, helping them monitor their progress, assisting them in their treatment, modeling effective coping techniques and self-help strategies based on the specialist's own recovery experience
- Assisted in the development of a culture of recovery and peer support by engaging in and supporting peer relationships
- Focused on teaching clients' preventative measures to safeguard against potential relapses
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral And Social Sciences
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2022
Skills
- Mental Health Services
- Leadership Skills
- Excellent verbal/written communication
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Recovery Guidance
- Peer support expertise
- Empowerment skills
- Crisis Intervention
NON-PROFIT CORPORATION
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE 8/2018 - PRESENT
Bridge Building, Inc., State of North Carolina
- Responsible for community organizing and advocacy involving individuals with mental health conditions within the State of North Carolina.
- Assists with the mental health system, supportive housing sites, and other community-based programs.
- Provides leadership in facilitating community-based trainings, support groups, and workshops with an emphasis on mentoring and training program participants in the community programs. Coordinates outreach, advocacy and education activities for relevant policy/advocacy issues.
Certification
- Certified Peer Support Specialist, UNC School of Social Work - 2022 to 2024
- Housing Quality Standards (HQS), Quadel Training & Consulting, LLC - 2019
Timeline
FAMILY PARTNER
Eastpointe Health Services
11.2022 - Current
PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Eastpointe Health Services
10.2013 - 11.2022
DIRECT CARE
PARAPROFESSIONAL, STAFF Easterseals UCP
06.2013 - 12.2015
TRANSITION SUPPORT SPECIALIST/CARE COORDINATOR
SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR Second Chance Recovery, Inc
06.2011 - 06.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Halifax Community College
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral And Social Sciences
North Carolina Central University