Michael Hernandez
Reading,United States
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished individual with lived experience in mental health recovery, committed to helping others navigate their own paths to wellness. Recently certified as a Peer Specialist, with a strong passion for guiding individuals in their recovery journey through empathy, support, and shared understanding.
Community-oriented Crossing Guard with a proven ability to build strong relationships and foster a safe environment for children, including teaching road safety and traffic awareness.
Skilled in maintaining composure under pressure and providing reliable support in all conditions.
Eager to bring compassion, dedication, and advocacy to the role of a Certified Peer Specialist.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crossing Guard
All City Management Services
09.2022 - Current
- Crossing Children and Parents within the safety of the crosswalk
- Assist bus drivers, and day care workers with getting children off and onto Buses safely
- Morning and Afternoon shifts, every school day
- Discouraged children from behaving unsafely near traffic to reduce injuries and accidents.
- Instructed children to safely cross streets using crosswalk and watching traffic lights.
- Reported reckless motorists or anyone creating unsafe situations for students to school management.
- Protected safety of students by identifying potential conflicts and working collaboratively with community resource networks to diffuse situations.
- Reported on-campus vehicle infractions to school administration.
Electronics Team Member
Toys R Us
11.2011 - 04.2013
- Utilized consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and inventory accuracy
- Stayed up to date with current technologies in order to best assist customers when making decisions
- Used precision measuring equipment to check final products for adherence to tolerance limits.
- Assembled components per technical specifications and production guidelines.
- Installed completed assemblies into cases.
- Reviewed building diagrams and blueprints to determine errors in electronic equipment installations.
- Completed surface mount soldering of printed circuit boards.
Child Care Attendant
Baby College of YMCA Reading
06.2009 - 08.2009
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities that encouraged creativity and socialization
- Prepared and served meals and snacks that met children's nutritional needs
- Established and maintained a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Education
GED -
PA Careerlink Berks County
Reading, PA04-2009
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Multitask
- Microsoft Office
- Computer Skills
- Customer Service
- Fast Learner
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Time Management Skills
- Good Communication
- Good team player
- Reporting procedures
- Roadway crossings
- Safety violation identification
- Recognition of traffic hazards
- Proficient in Microsoft office suite of programs
- Resource management
Accomplishments
On January 24, 2024, met with and was formally recognized by the Reading School District School Board and Superintendent for heroic action in protecting a child from an oncoming vehicle at a crosswalk.
Completed the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Peer-to-Peer course, earning a certificate in September 2024
Completed The Peer Specialist Training through Mental Health Partnerships, which included WRAP 1 training. in October 2024
Took, and passed the Certified Peer Specialist Examination on the Pennsylvania Certification Board website, officially becoming an active CPS on January 22nd, 2025.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/22/89
Certification
Certified Peer Specialist
Certified in the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Team Sports
- Gym Workouts
- Mindfulness Practices
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Cooking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Volunteering
- Running
- Playing Sports
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Acting and Theater
- Creative Writing
- Graphic Design
- Video Gaming
- Avid Reader
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Animal Care
- Reading
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Timeline
Crossing Guard
All City Management Services
09.2022 - Current
Electronics Team Member
Toys R Us
11.2011 - 04.2013
Child Care Attendant
Baby College of YMCA Reading
06.2009 - 08.2009
Certified Peer Specialist
Certified in the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
GED -
PA Careerlink Berks County
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