Loretta Sanders
Lead Recovery Support Specialist
Newton,Kansas
Summary
Dedicated recovery professional with over three years of leadership experience in inpatient substance use treatment. Expertise in crisis management and de-escalation training. Very knowledgeable in trauma-informed care, and peer mentoring. Strong commitment to recovery advocacy. CPR certified, vaild DL able to transport clients if needed. Also trained in evidence-based client engagement practices, fostering trust and safety while guiding individuals through all stages of recovery. Recognized for reliability, compassion, and professionalism in high-needs treatment environments, with a mission-driven focus on supporting individuals and families affected by substance use disorders while promoting a positive and collaborative atmosphere.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Recovery Support Specialist
Mirror, Inc.
- Lead daily recovery support operations within an inpatient treatment setting
- Built trusting therapeutic relationships with clients in various stages of recovery
- Supported crisis intervention, de-escalation, and emotional stabilization
- Mentored peers and modeled best practices for recovery support staff
- Coordinated with clinical teams to ensure client-centered care
- Maintained documentation, treatment support records, and compliance with facility protocols
- Encouraged accountability, resilience, and engagement in treatment programming
- Lead staff / supervise others
- Guided RSS led groups
- Do intake/admissions and discharges
- Search client property, rooms, and vehicles when necessary.
- Collect UA, BA's, mouth swaps and pack and ship to lab for levels.
- Handle documentation/charting
- Transport clients
- Oversee shift operations
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler
Mennonite Press
Newton, KS
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Operated packaging machinery to prepare products for shipment.
- Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality compliance.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with shipping carriers to arrange pickup schedules and delivery logistics.
- Streamlined packing processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
Cashier
Ez Trip
Newton, KS
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced registers at shift end.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Implemented promotional displays to boost sales and attract customer attention.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations during peak hours.
- Handled cash and credit transactions with a focus on accuracy and security.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
Education
High School Diploma -
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Durant, OK08-2024
Socal Work - Physiology
WSU - Soon
Wichita, KSSkills
- Conflict resolution / de-escalation
- Documentation / reporting
- Team leadership
- Can profrom administrator work also
- Learn and adapts quickly
- Client transportation / appointment coordination
- Relationship building
- Boundary setting & professionalism
- Group support facilitation
- Medication observation / support
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention and reporting
- Trauma-informed care
- Rapport-building & trust development
- Peer mentor level 1
- PCCM level 1
- Harm reduction
- CPR certified / Detox
- Trained in UA and BA' s
- Albe to profrom and train other staff in searches of people, places, and things
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Level 1 Peer Mentor Certification
- Level 1 PCCM / Case Management Training
- Crisis Prevention / De-escalation Training
- Trauma-Informed Care Training
- Valid Driver’s License / Able to Transport Clients Safely
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) Certification
- Harm reduction
Cover letter / application statement option
I am seeking the opportunity to continue my work in recovery services at a treatment facility in or around Wichita. Where I can be closer to family while continuing the work that gives me purpose—helping individuals overcome substance use challenges and move toward lasting recovery. My experience in inpatient treatment, leadership background, certifications, and commitment to compassionate client care have prepared me to make a meaningful contribution to a growing treatment program.
Timeline
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler
Mennonite Press
02.2023 - 06.2023
Cashier
Ez Trip
03.2022 - 02.2023
Socal Work - Physiology
WSU - Soon
Lead Recovery Support Specialist
Mirror, Inc.
High School Diploma -
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma