Lucius Spencer
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Retired in 2021 and have 25 years in recovery and going to CSN for a degree in counseling for mental health and subtance use disorder.Now will bet giving back what was given to me so others will have he oppertunity to have a different life outside of addiction. Hope to work at a place I can be useful.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
Trac B Exchange
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
Community Health Worker
Trac B Exchange
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Explained required eligibility applications to patients and helped complete applications for services.
- Created and distributed health-related education materials to improve program awareness.
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
- Monitored and documented participants' progress toward individualized health goals.
- Did Hiv/hep c testing and results as a harm reduction plan
Behavioral Health Tech/Case Manager
Crossroads Of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Volunteer Peer Support Specialist
Foundation For Recovery
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
- Attended classes and seminars to enhance knowledge of equipment and operating systems.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Addiction Counseling
CSN
North Las Vegas, NV06.2025
GED -
Phineas Banning Senior High School
Wilmington, CA06.1994
Skills
- Blood Sample Collection
- Stress Management
- Health Education
- Patient Confidentiality
- Phlebotomy Functions
- Data Entry
Affiliations
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Peer Support Specialist
- CPR trained and certified
- Various training certificates the field
of recovery and substance abuse from
University of Nevada - Reno
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Behavioral Health Tech/Case Manager
Crossroads Of Southern Nevada
12.2022 - 02.2024
Phlebotomy Technician
Trac B Exchange
08.2022 - 11.2022
Community Health Worker
Trac B Exchange
08.2022 - 11.2022
Volunteer Peer Support Specialist
Foundation For Recovery
07.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Addiction Counseling
CSN
GED -
Phineas Banning Senior High School