Marcus Lindon
Hazard,KY
Summary
Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than [Number] years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services. Empathetic Peer Support Specialist with proven to build trusting relationships with clients. Caring with genuine concern for wellbeing of peers. Intuitive Peer Support Specialist with 2 1/2 years of experience in behavioral health services. Skilled at understanding needs and supporting others. Enthusiastic peer support specialist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excell in behavioral health services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Primary Care Centers Of Eastern Kentucky
Hazard, Kentucky
03.2020 - Current
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- 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.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Helped patients to deal with realities of [Type] diagnoses and develop coping skills.
Deputy
Kentucky River Regional Jail
Hazard, KY
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Assessed and analyzed data to clarify course of criminal prosecution.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for [Number] cases over [Timeframe].
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of [Number] inmates and guards.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
Cook/ Shift Manager/Interim General Manager
Huddle House
Hazard, Kentucky
04.2013 - 03.2018
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Recruited and interviewed candidates for management to evaluate readiness and fit for position.
Education
No Degree - Basics
Knott County Central High School
Hindman, KYSkills
- Emotional Support
- Best Practices and Standards
- Wellness Checks
- Group Facilitation Support
- Staff Meetings
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Peer Interaction
- Arranging Transportation
- Effective Listening
- Life Skills Education
- Coping Methods
Accomplishments
- Achieved parenting certificate by completing nuturing fathers training with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Certified kentucky peer support specialist, primary care centers of eastern kentucky peer support specialist, primary care centers of eastern kentucky - 2019
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Primary Care Centers Of Eastern Kentucky
03.2020 - Current
Deputy
Kentucky River Regional Jail
03.2017 - 03.2019
Cook/ Shift Manager/Interim General Manager
Huddle House
04.2013 - 03.2018
No Degree - Basics
Knott County Central High School
- Certified kentucky peer support specialist, primary care centers of eastern kentucky peer support specialist, primary care centers of eastern kentucky - 2019
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