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Reginald McGruder

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Summary

  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • I am very passionate and dedicated to this work.
  • I am talented at completing daily tasks and contributing to team success, and I adapt quickly to new need and policies.
  • I am a capable peer support specialist and I'm excited about the opportunity to take my next career step with the Georgia Council for Recovery.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner Operator

Totally Fresh Catering
03.2007 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Established foundational processes for business operations.

Created Operations manual and employee hand book.


Behavioral Health Technician/Intern

Good Landing Recovery
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.

Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.

.Developed and cultivated relationships with peers to establish a mutual trust.

Education

Associate of Science - Sociology

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
05.2003

Skills

  • Recovery Guidance
  • Communication Abilities
  • Leadership Skills
  • Effective Collaboration and Interaction
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Team Collaboration
  • Social Skills Teacher
  • Group Facilitation

Certification

C.A.R.E.S. certified

Timeline

Behavioral Health Technician/Intern

Good Landing Recovery
03.2023 - 09.2023

Owner Operator

Totally Fresh Catering
03.2007 - Current

Associate of Science - Sociology

Houston Community College
Reginald McGruder