Lori Lederbrand
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Mora, MN, USA,MN
Summary
MY name is Lori. I'm in long-term Recovery. What that means for me is I have used NO mood altering drugs or alcohol for over 3 years. Recovery has given me back meaningful and loving relationships with those dear to me, returned to me my self worth, and ignited a passion in me to serve and give back to those still struggling with SUD's. That means using a person centered approach to advocate for, provide resources for and implement recovery plans and goals that work for those who desire long-term recovery. I am a dedicated SUD professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
True Directions Inc.
Mora, MN
02.2022 - Current
- Directed client well-being checks and documented notes.
- Maintained safety and program structure by monitoring individuals' activities.
- Completed checklists, shift documentation and recordkeeping following agency policies and procedures.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Searched program participant belongings at admission and discharge or at supervisor's request.
Recovery Advocate
Recovering Hope Treatment Center
Mora, MN
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions.
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
- Managed enrollment, transportation and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Direct Support Specialist/Team Lead
Residential Services, Inc.
Mora, MN
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
- Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to patients.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Supervised 8 household staff, contractors and vendors.
Paramedical Technician
Physicians ExamOne
Bloomington, MN
04.2000 - 01.2021
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Set up and performed test activities.
- Read manuals and manufacturer instructions to install and troubleshoot devices.
- Utilized control mechanisms and hands-on procedures to operate machines.
United States Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.1992 - 12.1996
- Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients.
- Processed and took x-rays and operated x-ray equipment.
- Evaluated injured or ill persons to determine nature and extent of concerns.
- Learned new techniques to better serve patients' needs.
- Kept up with continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
- Prioritized medical procedures based on severity of concern and available resources.
- Followed decontamination and mandatory reporting procedures when dealing with infectious individuals.
- Stabilized serious and critical patients for transport to medical facilities with advanced care teams.
- Cleaned and replenished vehicle daily to maintain readiness for emergency medical response.
- Conveyed information about conditions and field treatments given to medical facility staff.
- Communicated clearly and openly with dispatch to receive new orders and convey important updates about scenes.
- Implemented emergency airway management and heart monitoring at scenes and during transport.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims or to receive instructions for further treatment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medical Assisstant And X-Ray Tech
Modern Technology School
Fountain Valley, CASome College (No Degree) - U.S. Navy HM3
Hospital Corps School
Great Lakes Naval Station, Great Lakes ILHigh School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
Aberdeen, MD06.1987
Skills
- Restorative Procedures
- Patient Advocacy
- Community Resources
- Group Activities
- Patient Health Information Access
- Crisis Situations
- Individualized Care Plans
- Team Meetings
- Treatment Options
- Coping Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Project Implementation
- Customer Satisfaction
- Transportation Sourcing
- Developing Patient Care Plans
- Support Services
- Conflict Resolution
- Note Organization
- Client Needs Assessment
- Mental Health Support
- Patient Care Activities
- Independent Living
- Treatment Recommendations
- Client Relations
- Client Care
- Rehabilitation Support
- Creative Solutions
- Effective Listening
- Scheduling Medical Appointments
Certification
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, True Directions Inc.
Timeline
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
True Directions Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Recovery Advocate
Recovering Hope Treatment Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
Direct Support Specialist/Team Lead
Residential Services, Inc.
06.2019 - 06.2021
Paramedical Technician
Physicians ExamOne
04.2000 - 01.2021
United States Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.1992 - 12.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medical Assisstant And X-Ray Tech
Modern Technology School
Some College (No Degree) - U.S. Navy HM3
Hospital Corps School
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
Similar Profiles
Lynn BroderickLynn Broderick
Assitant Resident at True Directions Inc.Assitant Resident at True Directions Inc.
Amirah PulliamAmirah Pulliam
Behavioral Interventionist at Positive Directions & Positive Directions IIBehavioral Interventionist at Positive Directions & Positive Directions II
Peyton PhillipsPeyton Phillips
Behavioral Health Technician at Four Directions LLCBehavioral Health Technician at Four Directions LLC