Natasha Denson
Orlando,Florida
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Collaborative Support Programs Of New Jersey
2022.12 - 2024.03
- Enhanced client recovery by developing and implementing individualized peer support plans.
- Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
- Increased client engagement with treatment programs by facilitating group sessions and workshops.
- Improved the overall recovery process for clients by advocating for their needs within the treatment team.
- Supported clients in navigating social services systems to ensure access to necessary resources for successful recovery.
- Conducted regular check-ins with clients, monitoring progress and addressing any barriers to recovery.
- Connected clients with community resources and services, fostering a strong support network for sustained recovery.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies.
- Created a safe space for open dialogue among peers, encouraging shared experiences and mutual support during group sessions.
- Documented client interactions accurately and diligently, ensuring proper tracking of progress over time.
- Maintained confidentiality while sharing success stories with other professionals to promote best practices in peer recovery roles.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with industry trends and enhance professional expertise as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening, understanding, and genuine connection during one-on-one sessions.
- Developed resource materials such as tip sheets, educational handouts, or referral guides to assist clients throughout their journey toward lasting recovery.
- Provided guidance to clients in developing personalized relapse prevention plans, increasing success rates and long-term stability.
- Assisted clients in identifying personal strengths and challenges, fostering self-awareness and growth towards a healthier lifestyle.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
- Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
- Assessed individuals' needs and planned bespoke recovery programs to achieve personalized goals.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
Peer Support Specialist
CFG Health Network
2022.02 - 2022.11
- Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional support and practical guidance.
- Promoted a strengths-based approach for clients through active listening and empathy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for clients.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
- Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, supporting case management efforts.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients by maintaining confidentiality, respect, and non-judgmental attitudes.
Admissions Coordinator
Integrity House
2020.12 - 2022.02
- Warmly welcomed all new clients and family or support system members to the agency on the date of admission; answer general questions about program policies and procedures; treat clients with dignity, respect and kindness in all interactions.
- When needed, provided information or assist clients with contacting the IME (Interim Management Entity) when necessary due to the inability to meet clinical or administrative admission criteria for entry into Integrity House. Utilize any additional appropriate referral source as a means to meet client needs.
- Referred clients for detoxification services when necessary; ensure follow through and completion of detox referral as case management follow up is needed.
- Entered all clients into the IRIS (EHR system) and complete all merge mail letters/documentation.
- When necessary, conducted thorough search of each clients’ property in accordance with agency policy; document all client property using property inventory forms; ensure that contraband in not introduced into the facility.
- Administered urine drug screens to all new clients on the day of admission to ensure medical appropriateness and accurately document the results of all UDS.
- Reviewed clients’ completed pre-admission documents with client during the time of conducting client’s ASI (Addiction Severity Index).
- Completed all NJSAMS tasks; Registration, Immediate Need Profile, UNCOPE, Income/Program Eligibility, Assessment Authorization (when applicable), ASI, DSM-5, LOCI-3, Admission module, Submission for IME clinical review and Treatment Authorization module.
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Recovery planning
- Resource Navigation
- Boundary Setting
- Mental health awareness
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Empathy Development
- Relapse Prevention
- Self-Care Techniques
- Documentation abilities
- Support Group Facilitation
- Schedule Management
Certification
Certification Board- Peer Recovery Specialist
Gatekeeper (Suicide Prevention Instructor) QPR
Timeline
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Collaborative Support Programs Of New Jersey
2022.12 - 2024.03
Peer Support Specialist
CFG Health Network
2022.02 - 2022.11
Admissions Coordinator
Integrity House
2020.12 - 2022.02
Certification Board- Peer Recovery Specialist
Gatekeeper (Suicide Prevention Instructor) QPR
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