Sasha Brady
Knoxville,MD
Summary
- Understanding and compassionate Peer Support Specialist knowledgeable in care system navigation and willing to share life experiences related to mental illness/SUD.
- Energetic professional with more than 6 years in remission from opioid abuse.
- Ambitious about seeing change in Peers lives and making a difference in the behavioral healthcare community as a whole.
- Strong advocate for peers and their basic needs.
- Knowledgeable about the mind, body, and spirit aspect of wellness.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
2023.07 - Current
- 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.
Rehabilitation Specialist
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
2023.03 - 2023.07
- Worked alongside nutritionist to prepare healthy meals for clients
- Built rapport and trust with clients
- Completed necessary Relias trainings for the position
- Accompanied clients for outings into the community
Elderly Caregiver
Senior Helpers
2021.12 - 2023.03
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Prepared meals
Education
3 Ceus in Mentoring/ Education
Stages of Change
University Of MD School Of Medicine08.2023
Mental Health Fist Aid
MD Dept Of Health, Sheppard Pratt07.2023
CPR/ AED/ First-Aid
National CPR Foundation07.2023
Naloxone Administration
Sheppard Pratt06.2023
Introduction To Motivational Interviewing
Relias06.2023
16 Ceus in The Ethics Domain
OOOFC Peer Ethics
02.2023
30 Ceu Core Training
CCar Recovery Coach Academy
Peer Recovery Training And Support Services01.2023
2 Ceus in Recovery Wellness Domain
Behavioral Activation For Recovery Management
Peer Recovery Training And Support Services01.2023
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Peer Interaction
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Service Navigation
- Meeting Support
- Community Services Information
- Leadership Skills
- Public Relations
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
2023.07 - Current
Rehabilitation Specialist
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
2023.03 - 2023.07
Elderly Caregiver
Senior Helpers
2021.12 - 2023.03
3 Ceus in Mentoring/ Education
Stages of Change
Mental Health Fist Aid
CPR/ AED/ First-Aid
Naloxone Administration
Introduction To Motivational Interviewing
16 Ceus in The Ethics Domain
OOOFC Peer Ethics
30 Ceu Core Training
CCar Recovery Coach Academy
2 Ceus in Recovery Wellness Domain
Behavioral Activation For Recovery Management
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