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Martin Francis

Perry

Summary

Dynamic Recovery Coach with past and present experience at Pleasant Point Health Center, excelling in client advocacy and resource navigation. Proven ability to facilitate group sessions and provide crisis intervention, enhancing clients' recovery journeys. Skilled in cultural sensitivity and effective communication, fostering community outreach and support for diverse populations.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Recovery Coach

Pleasant Point Health Center
11.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated group in outpatient setting.
  • Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face interactions.
  • Provided daily transportation for clients to support their recovery journey.
  • Attended weekly meetings and collaborated with the local school for youth prevention cultural activities.

Seasonal Worker

Self
04.2001 - 09.2024


  • Harvesting blueberries
  • Harvesting clams and wrinkles
  • Harvested balsam fur for wreath making
  • Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.

Substance Abuse Counselor

Pleasant Point Health Center
01.1997 - 01.2000
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
  • Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
  • Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.

Substance Abuse Counselor (Cultural)

Cathance Recovery
01.1994 - 01.1997
  • Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
  • Facilitated referrals to alcohol, substance abuse and mental health treatment facilities.
  • Devised problem-solving methods such counseling, psychotherapy and homework assignments to improve clients' quality of life.
  • Provided crisis intervention and supportive counseling services to assist clients facing issues and problems.
  • Facilitated weekly talking circles and sweat lodge ceremonies with the youth.
  • Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
  • Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
  • Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.

Education

High School Diploma -

Higgins High School
Charleston, ME
06-1972

Skills

  • Client advocacy
  • Peer support
  • Resource navigation
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Language proficiency
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Group facilitation
  • Effective communication
  • Community outreach
  • Self motivation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Substance abuse prevention

Accomplishments

Fathers of Tradition Certificate

12 Step Wellbriety Certificate

Timeline

Recovery Coach

Pleasant Point Health Center
11.2024 - Current

Seasonal Worker

Self
04.2001 - 09.2024

Substance Abuse Counselor

Pleasant Point Health Center
01.1997 - 01.2000

Substance Abuse Counselor (Cultural)

Cathance Recovery
01.1994 - 01.1997

High School Diploma -

Higgins High School

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