Dedicated Certified Peer Support Specialist with experience in motivational interviewing and recovery planning. Proven ability to foster connections among participants and instill hope through effective listening and support during recovery journeys.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Liberty Centre Services
Norfolk
02.2022 - Current
Came alongside participants through their recovery journey
Provided emotional support through listening actively and validating feelings expressed by participants during sessions.
Organized and facilitated weekly recovery groups for participants to share their experiences and build relationships with each other.
Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to participant needs.
Server/Bartender
District Table and Tap
Norfolk
06.2021 - Current
Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
Managed cash and credit transactions accurately during busy shifts.
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Residential Care Technician
The Women's Empowering Lifeline
Norfolk
04.2021 - 11.2021
Responded promptly to emergency situations, applying crisis intervention techniques to safeguard resident safety.
Monitored resident mental health, promptly reporting changes to supervisory staff to ensure timely intervention.
Facilitated engaging group activities to foster social interaction and enhance residents' emotional well-being.
Documented resident progress and interactions in care logs regularly.
Attended regular staff meetings to discuss best practices for providing quality care for residents.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Drug And Alcohol Counseling
Northeast Community College
Norfolk, NE
Skills
Crisis intervention
Motivational interviewing
Recovery planning
Wellness recovery action plan
Resource navigation
Mental health awareness
Group facilitation
Participant advocacy
Relationship building
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Liberty Centre Services
02.2022 - Current
Server/Bartender
District Table and Tap
06.2021 - Current
Residential Care Technician
The Women's Empowering Lifeline
04.2021 - 11.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Drug And Alcohol Counseling