Rachel Pardeahtan
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Enthusiastic Peer Support Specialist proudly offering over 3 years of sobriety and a willingness to help others navigate the services and recovery options available. An energetic individual skilled in building rapport with recovering alcoholics and sharing methods that promote success. Highly committed to delivering support to others.I am passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and group facilitating, and community outreach. Determined individual with a high level of compassion and skill in assisting individuals in various stages of recovery. Hardworking, known for promoting assistance wherever and whenever needed. Motivated, dedicated to coaching clients through life changes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Private Individual
Tempe, AZ
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Heat Respite Volunteer
Grace Lutheran Church
Phoenix , AZ
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Assisted in meal prep and distribution
Residential House Manager
Agapes embrace
Peoria, AZ
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained records of supplies, equipment, and services purchased.
- Inspected property regularly to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional and mental support.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to provide guidance and counseling.
- Assisted clients with developing healthy coping skills to manage stressors.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by providing a safe, supportive environment.
- Help the clients with weekly budgeting, meal planning, and scheduling
- Attended weekly church services
- Community outreach
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Elite innovative Native American services
Phoenix , AZ
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Educated clients about different resources available within the community that could help them reach their goals.
- Provided emotional support through listening actively and validating feelings expressed by clients during sessions.
- Offered guidance on how to access housing, employment opportunities, educational programs. within the community.
- Attended trainings related to mental health topics such as trauma-informed care or evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
Education
Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health Counseling
Just1Life Services
Mesa, AZ06-2022
Caregiver Certificate - Caregiving
CNA ONLINE
Online 05-2021
GED -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ07-2016
Skills
- Care Plan Adherence
- Compassionate client care
- Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Multitasking and Organization
- First aid and safety
- Dementia Care
- Relationship Building
- Client documentation
- Care Plan Management
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Problem-Solving
- Case management experience
- Housekeeping
- Indirect Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong Ethics
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Caregiver
Private Individual
01.2023 - Current
Residential House Manager
Agapes embrace
08.2022 - 11.2022
Heat Respite Volunteer
Grace Lutheran Church
06.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Elite innovative Native American services
01.2022 - 08.2022
Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health Counseling
Just1Life Services
Caregiver Certificate - Caregiving
CNA ONLINE
GED -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College