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Regina Davis
Columbia,SC
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Summary
Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than 18 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
NAADAC
1
1
SMART Recovery
1
1
APSC-Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Crossroads Treatment Center of Columbia
2026.01 - Current
- Managed timelines and resources to fulfill grant deliverables effectively.
- Facilitated patient outreach initiatives to promote awareness of available health services and support programs.
- Coordinated efforts to secure necessary documentation for compliance and operational efficiency.
- Led recovery group sessions to foster a supportive environment for participants. Developed and implemented strategies to improve engagement and participation. Mentored individuals in their recovery journeys to promote lasting change.
Peer Support Manager
Trinity Recovery Services
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Conducted Interviews for potential hires
- Conducted weekly and monthly Supervision meetings with employees - as a team and one on one
- Developed and implemented training programs for new peer support staff.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing their skills in client engagement techniques.
Counselor I - Peer Support Specialist
Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DOADAS)
2021.08 - 2023.11
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support clients in overcoming substance abuse challenges.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance client access to supportive services and referrals.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
Certified Peer Support Specialist
South Carolina Share
2017.03 - 2020.04
- Facilitated individual and group peer support sessions to promote mental health recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention support, empowering clients to identify coping strategies.
- Trained new peer support specialists on best practices and organizational policies.
- Organized community outreach programs to raise awareness of mental health services available.
Education
Associate Degree - Human Services
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, SC2018-01
Skills
- Peer support ethics
- Recovery guidance
- Boundary setting
- Substance abuse awareness
Affiliations
- NAADAC - National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors
- APSC - Addiction Professionals of South Carolina
- Board Member of South Carolina Excellence In Addiction
- Board Member of Project NAS (Not A Statistic)
Certification
- Certified Peer Support - (APSC) Addictions Professionals of S.C.
- Current Board Member - S.C. Centers of Excellence in Addictions
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Crossroads Treatment Center of Columbia
2026.01 - Current
Peer Support Manager
Trinity Recovery Services
2024.01 - 2024.05
Counselor I - Peer Support Specialist
Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DOADAS)
2021.08 - 2023.11
Certified Peer Support Specialist
South Carolina Share
2017.03 - 2020.04
Associate Degree - Human Services
Midlands Technical College