Dynamic Peer Support Specialist with a proven track record at Telecare Corporation, enhancing client recovery and resilience through expert crisis intervention and recovery guidance. Skilled in rapport building and behavioral health knowledge, I led initiatives that significantly improved client success rates. Collaborative and results-driven, my leadership and problem-solving skills have been pivotal in developing comprehensive care strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Telecare Corporation
04.2024 - Current
Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional support and practical guidance.
Developed trusting relationships with clients by maintaining confidentiality, respect, and non-judgmental attitudes.
Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information, and insight into support services available at community level.
Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
Maintained computers, printers and technical resources to avoid disruption in operations.
Increased community awareness about mental health issues by participating in outreach events such as mental health fairs or informational presentations.
Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
Research Analyst
San Joaquin Delta College
01.2017 - 01.2024
Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
Conducted in-depth qualitative and quantitative research to identify trends and generate insights.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to generate relevant insights from diverse datasets.
Streamlined internal workflows by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting tasks.
Boosted team efficiency with rigorous attention to detail and adherence to deadlines when completing projects.
Optimized research methodologies through continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing overall process efficiency.
Interpreted data and made recommendations from findings.
Increased client satisfaction by providing customized research solutions tailored to their unique business needs.
Stayed up-to-date with industry developments through regular participation in conferences and workshops, ensuring relevance of research outputs.
Established strong relationships with key industry contacts to gather valuable insider information on market trends and developments.
Analyzed large volume of data to identify patterns, trends and correlations.
Used varied statistical and data analysis techniques to draw conclusions from research.
Enhanced decision-making processes for clients through the delivery of insightful reports and presentations.
Analyzed statistical data using both modern and traditional methods.
Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and developments to conduct relevant and valuable research.
Participated in data mining activities to uncover insights from various sources.
Developed and tested survey questionnaires on varied topics to collect data for research projects.
Created visualizations to present research data and findings to stakeholders.
Integrated new data sources into existing databases for a more holistic view of the market landscape.
Gained expertise in various analytical tools such as SQL, Python, R, or Tableau to improve data processing capabilities effectively.
Developed survey instruments and designed experiments to test hypotheses and measure outcomes.
Conducted primary and secondary research to better understand customer needs and behaviors.
Tracked key metrics and developed spreadsheets and data models.
Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders.
Analyzed data to uncover insights and identify key opportunities to inform strategic decisions.
Developed questionnaires and facilitated focus group discussions.
Established and managed relationships with external data providers and research vendors.
Devised data visualization dashboards to make complex data more accessible to stakeholders.
Created and distributed surveys for data collection and analysis.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement market research strategies.
Instructional Design Support Specialist
Cal Poly Humboldt
07.2016 - 12.2016
Maintained detailed documentation of support interactions, ensuring valuable insights are preserved for future reference and analysis.
Acted as a liaison between clients and development teams, ensuring timely communication during critical incidents.
Optimized internal workflows to expedite incident escalations, leading to faster problem-solving efforts from specialized teams.
Managed high-priority tickets with professionalism, ensuring timely resolutions while maintaining excellent rapport with clients.
Enhanced user experience by providing comprehensive troubleshooting guidance for various software and hardware systems.
Conducted regular assessments of support processes, making necessary refinements to enhance service quality continuously.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving technical issues swiftly and efficiently.
Provided feedback to product development and engineering teams on customer needs and issues for enhancements.
Developed training materials to educate both team members and clients on product functionality and best practices.
Utilized ticketing system to track customer requests and prioritize urgent needs.
Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.
Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
Teaching Assistant Intern
Cal Poly Humboldt
01.2014 - 06.2016
Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Took attendance, graded assignments, and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching skills.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Prepared teaching materials and set up audio-visual equipment for lead teacher.
Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and group assignments.
Participated in professional development opportunities and attended in-services and seminars.
Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lessons to address individual student needs more effectively.
Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of hands-on activities and group work, promoting collaboration and critical thinking skills.
Fostered a love of learning among students by creating an inclusive classroom atmosphere that encouraged curiosity, creativity, and exploration.
Assisted lead teacher in planning and executing engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum guidelines.
Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction and incorporating diverse teaching strategies.
Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting professionalism, enthusiasm for learning, and respect for diverse perspectives.
Developed strong rapport with students by establishing clear expectations while demonstrating empathy toward individual challenges faced outside the classroom.
Provided constructive feedback to students on assignments, encouraging continuous growth and improvement in their academic performance.
Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.