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Lina Álvarez

Ellenwood,GA

Summary

Compassionate and bilingual mental health advocate trained in peer support, trauma-informed care, and forensic mentoring. Skilled in supporting individuals facing behavioral health challenges and justice system involvement. Known for empathetic communication, cultural sensitivity, and unwavering commitment to recovery, healing, and legacy.

Overview

2015
2015
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Care Provider
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Provided bilingual emotional and physical support for children and elders
  • Assisted with daily tasks, transportation, and companionship
  • Maintained trust-based relationships with families

Community Support Assistant – Land Documentation

01.2009 - 2010
  • Guided clients in preparing formal letters and administrative documents
  • Helped underserved families secure small land ownership

Clothing Store Manager

2007 - 2009
  • Managed operations and customer service for retail clothing stores
  • Supervised staff and developed promotions to increase sales

Sales Manager – Electronics Devices
01.2008 - 01.2008
  • Delivered bilingual sales and technical support in electronics retail
  • Managed inventory and ensured smooth daily operations

Education

English as a Second Language

Talk International
Boston, MA
07-2014

Accounting Studies

Iberoamericana University
Bogota, Colombia
01-2011

High School Diploma -

Politécnico Del Sinú
Monteria Cordoba Colombia
01.2008

Skills

  • Peer Recovery Support
  • Trauma-Informed Communication
  • Forensic Mental Health Advocacy
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Community engagement
  • Documentation Assistance

Certification

  • Certified Peer Specialist (CPS-MH) Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network (GMHCN) & Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) — Completed December 2021
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network (GMHCN) — Completed April 2023
  • Forensic Peer Mentor Training Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) & Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network (GMHCN) — Completed June 2025

LNGG

English & Spanish

Timeline

Home Care Provider
01.2014 - 01.2015

Community Support Assistant – Land Documentation

01.2009 - 2010

Sales Manager – Electronics Devices
01.2008 - 01.2008

Clothing Store Manager

2007 - 2009

English as a Second Language

Talk International

Accounting Studies

Iberoamericana University

High School Diploma -

Politécnico Del Sinú

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