Ryan Ramnarace
Baraboo,WI
Summary
I am an invested Social Work student dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for the best interests of clients. Expertise in helping people living with substance use conditions, and working with criminal justice impacted people. Respectful and compassionate professional with nearly five years of experience serving my community by providing guidance for clients in need.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Recovery Coach Supervisor
WisHope (Sauk County Response Team)
223 Wisconsin Ave. Suite A, Waukesha, WI 53186
04.2021 - Current
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
- Assessed individuals' needs and planned bespoke recovery programs to achieve personalized goals.
- Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Supervised a team of Peer Recovery Coaches
- Coordinated and scheduled local EMS staff and Peer Recovery Coaches to make visits with program referred clients
Peer Support Specialist
Sauk County Human Services
505 Broadway, Baraboo, WI 53913
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI05.2024
Skills
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Client Guidance
- Setting Up Referrals
- Cultural Competency
- Suicide Intervention
- Mental Health Support
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Case Notes
Service And Volunteer Work
- 08/2021 to Present - The Community, Founding Board of Directors, Vice President
- 09/2016 to 03/2022 - Friends of the Campus, Inc., Board of Directors Member, Keynote Speaker at 2015 Grapes and Gourmet Gala Fundraiser
- 06/2019 to 05/2020 - Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Certified Peer Specialist Advisory Committee, Co-Chair
- 06/2017 to 12/2019 - Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network (FICGN), Founding Member and Vice President
- 06/2016 to 05/2020 - Sauk County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC), Member - 05/2018 to 05/2020 - Juvenile Justice Systems CJCC Subcommittee, Chair - Peer Support CJCC Subcommittee, Chair - Data Collection and Analysis CJCC Subcommittee, Member
Timeline
Peer Recovery Coach Supervisor
WisHope (Sauk County Response Team)
04.2021 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
Sauk County Human Services
08.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point