Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Samantha Piotrkowski

BLANDON,PENNSYLVANIA

Summary

Dedicated CRS bringing background working with individuals suffering from substance abuse and behavioral disorders. Focused on client advocacy, prevention and education to reduce impacts and recurrence of serious issues. Collaborative with multidisciplinary teams to create solid support networks for client needs. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Recovery Specialist

Recovery Coaching Services Inc
Reading, PA
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assisted clients in recognizing triggers that lead to relapse and developing strategies to manage them.
  • Provided emotional and practical support to individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients by providing a safe space for them to express their feelings without judgement.
  • Conducted assessments of client needs and developed individualized service plans accordingly.
  • Supported the development of life skills such as budgeting, job searching, and resume writing, necessary for successful reintegration into society.
  • Educated clients about available community resources for additional support after discharge from treatment programs.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services provided according to agency policies.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to confidentiality of health information.
  • Participated in weekly case reviews with clinical staff to discuss client progress towards recovery goals.

Work Study Office Assistant

Keys Program
Reading, PA
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies regularly to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Implemented effective strategies for problem solving when presented with unexpected issues or conflicts.
  • Greeted visitors and directed them to appropriate personnel or offices.
  • Conducted research on relevant topics when requested by supervisors or faculty members.
  • Provided support to faculty, staff and students with various tasks.
  • Performed data entry duties into computer systems accurately and efficiently.
  • Organized filing systems, both electronic and hard copy versions, ensuring accuracy of information stored within each systems.
  • Assisted with scheduling meetings, appointments, and conference calls.

Jewelry Consultant

Au We buy Gold
Wyomissing, Pa
04.2017 - 08.2018
  • Handled customer transactions professionally and with discretion to maintain confidentiality.
  • Conducted research to stay up-to-date on market trends in order to provide accurate appraisals.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding sale of precious metals.
  • Assessed gold jewelry for quality, authenticity, and value.
  • Generated detailed reports summarizing daily sales activity for management review.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchased items including description, purchase price, and payment method.
  • Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as acids used in testing metals for purity.
  • Purchased gold items from customers based on weight and purity of the metal.

  • Kept office documents well-organized and quickly retrieved files for team members.

  • Answered telephone calls, took messages, and distributed messages to appropriate personnel.

  • Proofread documents and organized records, reports, and documents.

Education

Certified Recovery Specialist -

Recovery Management Pa Boards of Certification

GED -

Reading Area Community College

Skills

  • Client Advocacy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Time management abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills

Certification

  • Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS)

Accomplishments

  • Ivan Persky Scholarship

Timeline

Certified Recovery Specialist

Recovery Coaching Services Inc
11.2022 - 02.2023

Work Study Office Assistant

Keys Program
08.2020 - 05.2021

Jewelry Consultant

Au We buy Gold
04.2017 - 08.2018

Certified Recovery Specialist -

Recovery Management Pa Boards of Certification

GED -

Reading Area Community College
Samantha Piotrkowski