Lucinda Luna

Greeley,CO

Summary

Dynamic Peer Support Specialist with a proven track record in recovery guidance and mental health services. Excelled at North Range Behavioral Health by enhancing recovery processes and coordinating comprehensive case management services. Skilled in rapport building and problem-solving, significantly improved client well-being and support system navigation. Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than 9 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Peer Support Specialist

North Range Behavioral Health

06.2020 - Current

Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information, and insight into support services available at community level.
Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
Arranged for provision of services and referrals.
Documented individual weekly sessions and group notes.
Facilitated structured, scheduled substance use disorder treatment groups.
Met with supervisors, public officials, attorneys, judges and law enforcement to develop innovative sentencing options and alternatives for drug offenses.
Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Colorado Medical Center

03.2002 - 06.2009

Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Education

GED -

Aims Community College

Greeley, CO

05.1998

Skills

Rapport Building
Planning skills
Resource Navigation
Appointment Scheduling
Mental Health Services
Problem-solving skills

Recovery planning
Boundary Setting
Recovery guidance
Family Assistance
Arranging transportation
Relationship-building skills