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Norman Guerrero

Summary

Understanding Peer Support Specialist knowledgeable in care system navigation and willing to share life experiences related to mental illness. Energetic professional with more than 4 years of expertise providing mental support as well as advice and assistance to those wanting to change lives positively. Empathetic Peer Support Specialist with proven to build trusting relationships with clients. Caring with genuine concern for wellbeing of peers. Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales

Self Employed
03.2021 - 01.2023

Bought and sold items on eBay. Create ads, shipping, purchase items for sale.

Peer Support Specialist

Telecarecorp
03.2017 - 03.2022
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
  • Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
  • Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
  • Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
  • I hold certifications in WRAP Wellness Recover Action Plan, Emotional CPR, Special Messages Hearing Voices.
  • Led up to 7 individual sessions per week and 12 group therapy meetings.

Sales EBay

Self Employed Web
01.2009 - 02.2017
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
  • Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.

Education

No Degree - Mental Health Counseling

Best Now
Oakland, CA
04.2017

No Degree - Mental Health Counseling

Alameda County Peer Support Specialist Training
Oakland, CA
02.2017

GED -

Hayward High School
Hayward, CA
05.1981

Skills

  • Treatment Recommendations
  • Recovery Guidance
  • Peer Interaction
  • Interventions Understanding
  • Individual Counseling
  • Coping Methods
  • Community Resources and Education
  • Crisis Situations
  • Meeting Support
  • Effective Collaboration and Interaction
  • Social Activity Planning
  • Life Skills Education

Timeline

Sales

Self Employed
03.2021 - 01.2023

Peer Support Specialist

Telecarecorp
03.2017 - 03.2022

Sales EBay

Self Employed Web
01.2009 - 02.2017

No Degree - Mental Health Counseling

Best Now

No Degree - Mental Health Counseling

Alameda County Peer Support Specialist Training

GED -

Hayward High School
Norman Guerrero