Maria Figueroa
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than 25 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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intake Costumer services
Best Seft Behavior Behavior
Buffalo , NY
05.2013 - 05.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
GED -
Puerto Rico Partner School
Bayamon Pr02.2018
Skills
- Peer Interaction
- Family Assistance
- Service Navigation
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Planning Skills
- Effective Listening
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Emotional Support
- Crisis Situations
- Leadership Skills
- Relationship Cultivation
- Effective Collaboration and Interaction
- Educational Programs
- Mental Health Support
- Communication Abilities
- Relationship Issues Management
- Living Skills Assistance
- Customer Satisfaction
- Mental health services
Certification
- NY Certified Peer Specialist
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intake Costumer services
Best Seft Behavior Behavior
05.2013 - 05.2023
GED -
Puerto Rico Partner School
- NY Certified Peer Specialist
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