Ryan Smith
Plymouth
Summary
Compassionate Peer Recovery Coach with expertise in client support, crisis intervention, and emotional intelligence. Proven ability to create safe spaces for clients, facilitating their recovery journey through effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Recovery Coach/Client Transporter-Bus Driver
Personalized Nursing Light House
Plymouth
02.2023 - Current
- Supported clients through challenging times by offering emotional guidance and unconditional acceptance.
- Guided clients with addictive disease disorders in skill development, talent exploration, and self-esteem building.
- Fostered open dialogue on challenging topics like shame, guilt, trauma, and grief to promote client healing.
- Drove vehicles over routes or to destinations, complying with traffic regulations to provide smooth and safe rides for passengers.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Delivered emotional support to clients throughout recovery journey, enhancing their resilience and coping strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Connected clients with appropriate aftercare services such as sober living homes or outpatient programs.
- Followed safety protocols during all transportation activities.
- Documented transport details accurately in client logs.
- Regularly inspected housing conditions to verify adherence to safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance issues within properties.
- Coordinated communication between residents and property management staff.
- Documented resident complaints and facilitated timely resolutions.
- Provided resources and referrals for residents facing housing challenges.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.
- Supplied information about local resources for health care, transportation, education, and job training.
- Assisted tenants in resolving disputes between neighbors or roommates.
- Provided guidance on tenant rights and responsibilities under relevant laws and regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from residents requiring assistance.
- Monitored the condition of housing units to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Education
CNA Skills Course
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01-2001
Skills
- Transport services
- Client support
- Crisis intervention
- Peer support
- Coping strategies
- Boundary setting
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Communication skills
- Self-care techniques
- Empathy development
Timeline
Peer Recovery Coach/Client Transporter-Bus Driver
Personalized Nursing Light House
02.2023 - Current
CNA Skills Course
Washtenaw Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology
Wayne State University