Peer Support Certified Recovery Mentor Residential Care Facilitator
Portland,OR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Fresh trained Case Manager confidentially handling caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates well in high-pressure environments. Recommends best resources according to knowledge and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life. Compassionate Case Manager accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Collaborative professional possessing novice clinical knowledge and intermediate skill judgment combined with strong documentation and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with poise.
In addition I have volunteered in women's shelter in California. Operating as Dispatch Operator, utilizing mileage forms, coordinating trips and pick up routes, supervision of residents and proper protocol. Issuing out & organization of warehouse products & services along with distribution of mail and other chores of the day. Also I served 7+ years as security guard also in Stockton California. I am acclamated with CCTV, escorting disgruntled employees of premises and more.
Work History
Sub Acute Technician
Hooper Detoxification & Stabilization Center O/C
Portland, OR
10.2023 - Current
Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
Organized group activities to provide socialization opportunities for clients.
Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
Casemanager
Joyce Finley Foundation
Portland, OR
09.2023 - Current
Developed and implemented training programs to increase participant knowledge and understanding of relevant topics.
Facilitated group discussions and activities to ensure successful outcomes.
Escort residents, pick up medical prescriptions, arrange appointments, medication administration, close relationship with Executive director, counsel, site supervision, telephone, site preparation (ie housekeeping), meal preparation & cooking
1-on-1 check in, progress reports, residential acclamation checks, residents needs fulfilllment, AA meeting. SUD counsel training.
Provided feedback on residential performance & progression, identifying areas for improvement.
Residential Care Facilitator
Lifeworks Northwest- Project Network
Portland, OR
8 2001 - Current
Developed and implemented training programs to increase participant knowledge and understanding of relevant topics.
Facilitated group discussions and activities to ensure successful outcomes.
Provided feedback on team performance, identifying areas for improvement.
Graveyard supervision security & rounds along with possible contraband extraction.
One on one counseling, team member & support. Familiar with various forms for residents ( IR, Grievance submittal, Critical Incident reports, medical incident reports, MARS, medical prescriptions logging, data scanning, UA form submittal)
Mediator between disgruntled residents, Facilitate clearing of milieu during AMA, Emergency clearing during hostile incident training
Education
Certificate - Peer Support Certified Recovery Mentor
MHACBO
Portland, OR
09.2023
Certified Medixal Assistant - Medical Assisting
Carrington College- Portland
Portland, OR
06.2014
Psycology/Sociology
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA
2005
High School Diploma -
Thomas Edison High School
Stockton, CA
06.1982
Skills
Troubleshooting
Social Perceptiveness
Conflict Resolution
Public Speaking
Written Communication
Calm Under Pressure
Problem-Solving
Task Prioritization
Leadership
Computer Skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Organizational Skills
Research
Dependable and Responsible
Supervision and Leadership
Communication
Basic Math
Active Listening
Google Drive
Planning
Affiliations
In my spare time I enjoy coloring, creating my own T shirts from art I create & specialty drinks (high in nutrition), I have a desire to become an herbalist. I also enjoy hair styling (cut, color, braiding) and cosmetics. Now add to that reading self- help material and poetry. Did I mention Youtube? LOL.
Timeline
Sub Acute Technician
Hooper Detoxification & Stabilization Center O/C
10.2023 - Current
Casemanager
Joyce Finley Foundation
09.2023 - Current
Residential Care Facilitator
Lifeworks Northwest- Project Network
8/ - Current
Certificate - Peer Support Certified Recovery Mentor
MHACBO
Certified Medixal Assistant - Medical Assisting
Carrington College- Portland
Psycology/Sociology
San Joaquin Delta College
High School Diploma -
Thomas Edison High School
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