Leslie Austin
Grants Pass
Summary
Dedicated Certified Peer Support Specialist with expertise in client advocacy, recovery planning, and resource navigation, committed to empowering individuals through personalized support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Continuum Recovery Center
Grants Pass
10.2023 - Current
- Supported individuals in recovery by addressing personal challenges and fostering resilience.
- Collaborated with treatment teams to develop individualized recovery plans.
- Assisted clients in setting personal goals and identifying resources for recovery.
- Educated clients on effective coping strategies and wellness techniques to enhance daily living.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress notes in systems.
- Advocated for client needs to ensure access to necessary resources within recovery community and treatment settings.
- Coordinated referrals to relevant professionals.
- Provided emotional support through listening actively and validating feelings expressed by clients during sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency policy.
- Offered guidance on how to access housing, employment opportunities, educational programs. within the community.
- Helped individuals overcome harmful drug and alcohol addictions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roseburg High School
Roseburg, OR06-1988
Skills
- Recovery planning
- Client advocacy
- Resource identification
- Coping strategies
- Progress documentation
- Community outreach
- Resource navigation
- Motivational interviewing
- Case management
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
CRM II
Accomplishments
Peerpocalypse 2024 & 2025
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Continuum Recovery Center
10.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Roseburg High School