Patrick Damore
Riverhead,USA
Summary
Accomplished behavioral health professional with extensive experience supporting individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Skilled in delivering client-centered care, facilitating recovery-focused interventions, and coordinating multidisciplinary treatment plans. Committed to fostering a safe, structured, and empowering environment that promotes resilience and long-term recovery. Recognized for exceptional advocacy, organizational expertise, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
CERP-P (Certified Employee Recovery Peer–Professional)
B.E.S.T.
06.2024 - Current
- Empower clients to achieve recovery goals through individualized peer support and evidence-informed interventions.
- Facilitate group and one-on-one sessions to strengthen coping strategies, relapse prevention, and life skills.
- Advocate for clients within interdisciplinary teams, connecting them to essential resources and services.
- Maintain accurate, compliant documentation of client progress and recovery activities.
Admission Specialist
Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Managed admissions for clients entering treatment, ensuring efficient intake and timely placement.
- Conducted eligibility assessments, verified insurance, and coordinated documentation to optimize access to care.
- Provided guidance to clients and families on treatment options and program requirements.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative teams to streamline workflow and ensure compliance.
Owner / Online Consignment Specialist
PandJsOddities
12.2012 - 02.2024
- Founded and managed a successful online consignment business across multiple e-commerce platforms.
- Conducted product research, pricing, professional photography, and listing optimization to maximize sales.
- Oversaw full-cycle sales, including payment processing, shipping, and client reconciliation.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships through professional communication and reliable service.
Intake Coordinator / Case Manager
Blue Sky Behavioral Health
Danbury, CT
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Conducted comprehensive intake assessments and compiled detailed client histories for individualized treatment planning.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans in collaboration with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated appointments, monitored client progress, and adjusted interventions to support treatment outcomes.
- Connected clients to financial assistance, insurance coverage, and community resources to support engagement and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY05.2000
Skills
- Peer Recovery Support
- Client Advocacy
- Case Management
- Intake Coordination
- Crisis Intervention
- De-escalation Strategies
- Addiction Counseling
- Dual-Diagnosis Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Evidence-Based Interventions
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Individual Therapy Facilitation
- Behavioral Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Documentation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
CERP-P (Certified Employee Recovery Peer–Professional)
B.E.S.T.
06.2024 - Current
Admission Specialist
Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research
02.2024 - 11.2025
Owner / Online Consignment Specialist
PandJsOddities
12.2012 - 02.2024
Intake Coordinator / Case Manager
Blue Sky Behavioral Health
01.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English
Marist College