Samantha Sims
Peer Recovery Support Specialist/Behavioral Health Case Manager I
Altus,OK
Summary
Hands-on Peer Recovery Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving Recovery successes. Offering more than 13 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialisst
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
2015.08 - Current
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring disorders.
- Managed up to 60 patients while monitoring and evaluating care plans.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Attended classes and seminars to enhance knowledge of equipment and operating systems.
- Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
Behavioral Health Wellness Coach
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
2015.08 - Current
- Strived to eliminate high-risk behavior through education, diet, exercise, stress reduction and clean living for clients.
- Developed care plans and agendas for clients based on individual health concerns.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
- Organized and led seminars and classes for interested clients, providing tips and advice for lifestyle changes and healthy living.
- Gathered and distributed educational literature with goals of gaining new clients and educating larger groups on healthy living.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to incorporate multiple aspects of clients' health into wellness plan.
- Performed screenings for markers such as blood pressure, weight and BMI.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
Behavioral Health Case Manager I
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
2015.11 - Current
- Recorded patient progress and treatment recommendations to be shared with medical providers, psychiatric consultants and other treating providers.
- Educated patients about common mental health and substance abuse disorders to facilitate understanding of treatment options.
- Applied evidence-based techniques such as behavioral activation, problem-solving treatment and motivational interviewing to support behavioral interventions.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Conducted assessments to determine individual needs and developed personalized care plan to address stated objectives.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
Crisis Response First Responder
Red Rock Crisis Team
2016.01 - 2023.03
- Member of on-call emergency response team for crisis intervention within facility.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Administrative Assistant
The Town Of Blair
2009.11 - 2015.08
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
- Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
Skills
- Interpersonal Abilities
- Recovery Guidance
- Communication Abilities
- Patient Advocacy
- Rapport Building
- Positive Patient Experiences
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Crisis Response/Intervention
- Mental Health Care
- Addictions and Substance Abuse
- Case Management Proficiency
- Clinical Documentation
- Effective Collaboration and Interaction
Certification
MRT
Matrix
Seeking Safety
Motivational Interviewing
WRAP
ASSIST
CBT-S
Competency Restoration
Lessons From The Bench
CPR
Therapeutic Options Trainer
Education
Altus High School
Altus, OKWork Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time offTimeline
Crisis Response First Responder
Red Rock Crisis Team
2016.01 - 2023.03
Behavioral Health Case Manager I
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
2015.11 - Current
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialisst
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
2015.08 - Current
Behavioral Health Wellness Coach
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
2015.08 - Current
Administrative Assistant
The Town Of Blair
2009.11 - 2015.08
MRT
Matrix
Seeking Safety
Motivational Interviewing
WRAP
ASSIST
CBT-S
Competency Restoration
Lessons From The Bench
CPR
Therapeutic Options Trainer
Altus High School
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