RUSSELL KISSEL
Olympia
Summary
Excel in empathy, communication, and problem-solving to assist peers effectively. Draw on deep understanding of peer counseling principles to foster supportive environments and promote well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Counselor
New Era Mental Health
Tacoma
12.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate services for clients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss cases and develop treatment plans.
- Created an environment that was conducive to open dialogue among peers about sensitive topics.
- Maintained accurate records of case notes and client progress reports.
DRIVER
TRANS XPRESS LINE
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Followed driving safety regulations and road signs.
- Loaded and unloaded secured cargo carefully.
- Planned travel routes.
- Communicated with warehouse employees.
SALES
YUMA LIQUIDATION CENTER
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Product knowledge and quality focus.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively.
TRUCK DRIVER
TRANS XPRESS LINE
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Followed driving safety regulations and road signs.
- Loaded and unloaded secured cargo carefully.
- Planned travel routes.
- Communicated with warehouse employees.
Truck Driver
May Trucking
05.2022 - 06.2021
- Followed driving safety regulations and road signs.
- Loaded and unloaded secured cargo carefully.
- Planned travel routes.
- Communicated with warehouse employees.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pizza Hut
Yuma
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Monitored customer service standards and took corrective action when needed.
- Managed cash register operations including deposits and reconciling discrepancies.
- Facilitated communication between waitstaff and kitchen staff during peak hours.
- Implemented systems to track labor costs, product waste, and customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
Certified Peer Counselor - Certified Peer Counselor
Peer Olympia
Olympia, WA04-2024
TRUCK DRIVING CERTIFICATE -
YUMA TRUCKING SCHOOL
05.2020
LEVEL 2 COUNSELING CERTIFICATE - CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY CERT
RIO SALDO COLLEGE
05.2012
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
WHITTELL HIGH SCHOOL
05.1986
Skills
- Listening skills
- Resolving conflict
- Multitasking
- Leadership skills
- People oriented
- Problem-solving
- Client advocacy
- Crisis intervention
- Group facilitation
- Record keeping
Certification
- Peer certification
- Family Support Certification
- DARW Trainer Certification
- Certified Crisis intervention specialist
Timeline
Certified Peer Counselor
New Era Mental Health
12.2024 - Current
DRIVER
TRANS XPRESS LINE
04.2023 - 07.2023
SALES
YUMA LIQUIDATION CENTER
10.2022 - 03.2023
Truck Driver
May Trucking
05.2022 - 06.2021
TRUCK DRIVER
TRANS XPRESS LINE
07.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pizza Hut
11.2018 - 01.2020
Certified Peer Counselor - Certified Peer Counselor
Peer Olympia
TRUCK DRIVING CERTIFICATE -
YUMA TRUCKING SCHOOL
LEVEL 2 COUNSELING CERTIFICATE - CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY CERT
RIO SALDO COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
WHITTELL HIGH SCHOOL
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