Scott Castle
PRESTONSBURG,KY
Summary
Dynamic Peer Support Specialist with extensive experience at Floyd County Drug Court, adept at fostering relationships and facilitating recovery. Skilled in behavioral health and resource navigation, I excel in creating supportive environments and implementing individualized treatment plans, empowering clients to achieve personal growth and compliance with court directives.
Hands-on Peer Support Specialist known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Floyd County Drug Court
11.2023 - Current
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Advised and supervised offenders as ordered by court to enforce compliance with court directives.
- Met with supervisors, public officials, attorneys, judges and law enforcement to develop innovative sentencing options and alternatives for drug offenses.
Peer Support Specialist
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Peer Support Specialist
Frontier Behavioral Health
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- 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.
- Provided ongoing assessment, problem-solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
Peer Support Specialist
Mountain Recovery Services
01.2021 - 04.2021
- 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..
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
Customer Service Representative
Goodwill
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sheldon Clark High School
Inez, KY05-1997
Skills
- Behavioral health
- Recovery guidance
- Relationship building skills
- Providing direction
- Leadership skills
- Positive environment facilitation
- Mental health services
- Resource navigation
- Boundary setting
- Recovery assistance and support
Certification
Certified Adult Peer Support Specialist
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Floyd County Drug Court
11.2023 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center
06.2022 - 11.2023
Peer Support Specialist
Frontier Behavioral Health
04.2021 - 01.2022
Peer Support Specialist
Mountain Recovery Services
01.2021 - 04.2021
Customer Service Representative
Goodwill
10.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Sheldon Clark High School
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