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Linda A. Barnhardt

Three Rivers,MI

Summary

Empathetic Peer Support Specialist with proven experience to build trusting relationships with clients. Caring with genuine concern for wellbeing of peers.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pivotal
01.2017 - 01.2024
  • Thorough knowledge and expertise in providing peer counseling and support
  • Joe-E documentation record system
  • Facilitating wellness and recovery groups
  • Providing individual peer counseling for clients experiencing depression and anxiety
  • Client caseload of 11 adults, 18-70 years old
  • Implementing evidenced-based W.R.A.P
  • (Wellness Recovery Action Planning)
  • Five Key Concepts: Hope, Education, Self-Advocacy, Personal Responsibility, Support

Assistant Manager

Papa John's Pizza
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Assistant Manager

Burger King
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Psychology, Business Management

Nazareth College
01.1991

Associate of Science -

Glen Oaks Community College
01.1989

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Glen Oaks Community College
01.1989

Skills

  • Peer Advocacy
  • Interpersonal communications skills
  • Mental health awareness
  • Self-Care Techniques
  • Stress Reduction
  • Wellness strategies
  • Recovery planning
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Computer skills

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pivotal
01.2017 - 01.2024

Assistant Manager

Papa John's Pizza
01.1999 - 01.2000

Assistant Manager

Burger King
01.1997 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Social Psychology, Business Management

Nazareth College

Associate of Science -

Glen Oaks Community College

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Glen Oaks Community College
Linda A. Barnhardt