Ryan Jones
Brunswick,ME
Summary
Dynamic Peer Support Specialist and Substance Abuse Counselor with a proven track record at Spurwink and Milestone Recovery. Excelled in building trust through empathetic communication and knowledgeable in recovery support strategies. Skilled in clinical assessment and motivational interviewing, significantly enhancing client recovery journeys. Passionate about empowering individuals with the tools for lasting change.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Milestone Recovery
Portland, ME
11.2024 - Current
- Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
- Developed referral process to assist client access to special programs and services.
- Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
Peer Support Specialist
Spurwink
Portland, ME
09.2022 - Current
- Transported individuals safely to support meetings and medical appointments.
- Assisted clients with developing healthy coping skills to manage stressors.
- Actively listened and responded empathetically when interacting with clients.
- Assisted others through dynamic relationships built on trust and utilized effective listening and interpersonal skills.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Behavioral Health And Human Services
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME12-2024
High School Diploma -
Mt. Ararat High School
Topsham, ME06-2001
Skills
- Communication
- Issue resolution
- Community services information
- Exemplary communication
- Stress reduction techniques
- Relationship building skills
- Clinical assessment
- Client evaluation
- Recovery support
- Clinical documentation
- Motivational interviewing
- Substance use screening
- Client confidentiality
- Recovery support services
- Boundary setting
- Empathy development
- Relapse prevention
- 12-step programs
Certification
- Certificate in Behavioral Health and Human Services - SMCC
- Maine Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
- MHRT/C
- Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Milestone Recovery
11.2024 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
Spurwink
09.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Behavioral Health And Human Services
Southern Maine Community College
High School Diploma -
Mt. Ararat High School
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