Passionate Recovery Coach dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction. Caring supporter of recovering patients with guidance toward tangible improvements and relapse prevention. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department Recovery Coach
Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery
12.2022 - Current
Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans.
Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
Participated in multidisciplinary meetings focused on providing comprehensive assistance.
Assessed individuals' needs and planned bespoke recovery programs to achieve personalized goals.
Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
Coordinate with facilities and hospitals simultaneously regarding referrals.
Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
Arranged community initiatives to build supportive networks for improved rehabilitation.
Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
Support Staff
South Eastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency
04.2021 - 10.2022
Monitor clients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
Train new staff members.
Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff.
Assist clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as work and group therapy, or providing support.
Perform basic admission requirements such as paperwork, a supervised drug screening, and explaining to the client a general idea of what their time at the program will look like.
Conflict deescalation.
Review and operate surveillance camera system on grounds.
Facilitate client mail and drop off procedures.
Searching client residencies for contraband
Ability to discharge clients from the program and returning all belongings to client upon discharge.
Print out urinalysis orders for Quest to complete.
Answer phone calls and redirect calls to the appropriate staff.
Supervise medication administration by ensuring clients do not withhold taking their medication, both over the counter and controlled medications.
Client redirection.
Laborer
Trowbridge Stone Masonry
06.2020 - 04.2021
Tracked inventory items, including tools and equipment.
Performed quality checks while operating equipment on scheduled basis to maintain quality specifications.
Lifted and moved materials, loading and unloading vehicles.
Maintained equipment and performed daily inspections of equipment.
Lubricated, cleaned and repaired machinery, equipment and tools.
Handled- loading, unloading and staging of materials.
Painter
Tom Lane Painting
05.2019 - 02.2020
Worked at heights using ladders and electric lifts.
Soothed surfaces and removed old paint from surfaces to prepare surfaces for painting.
Performed basic carpentry work in conjunction with repairs and painting projects.
Prepared, primed, sanded and painted surfaces and utilizing.
Filled of nail holes, cracks and joints with drywall and plaster wall systems.
Installed, repaired and maintained drywall, wall texturing and ceiling acoustic texturing.
Carpenter Apprentice
Peter Z Contracting
09.2015 - 12.2018
Maintained constant awareness of safety and accident prevention.
Installed structures and fixtures such as windows, framing, flooring and trim.
Performed interior and exterior trim work, along with shop repairs.
Estimated cost, time and materials for carpentry projects.
Utilized proactive approach to anticipate and resolve potential issues.
Provided excellent customer service to tenants, pedestrians, coworkers and fellow county departments.
Stock Room Associate
Harbor Freight Tools
10.2014 - 07.2015
Delivered excellent internal Guest Service in upbeat, friendly manner.
Worked flexible schedule to meet needs of business.
Participated effectively as team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving.
Organized stock for greatest efficiency, cleans and restocked damaged items.
Utilized proper techniques for lifting, packing and handling heavy objects.
Treated all co-workers with fairness, dignity and respect.
Cook
The Sugar Shack
05.2014 - 09.2014
Maintained proper temperature of food during preparation and service.
Followed kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
Maintained solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation.
Practiced excellent food safety and sanitation practices.
Took orders from customer and prepared items requiring short preparation time.
Maintained clean, orderly and safe kitchen environment.
Busser
CherryStones
05.2007 - 02.2011
Removed all glasses, plates, utensils and napkins from tables.
Wiped tables and seats with dampened cloths and replaced dirty tablecloths.
Assisted waiters and bartenders in any tasks necessary.
Maintained proper care and cleanliness of tableware.
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Education
Recovery Coach Academy -
CCAR
Hartford, CT
04.2022
Completed coursework towards - Criminal Justice Forensic Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
West Haven, CT
05.2014
Skills
Computer literate
All Weather Conditions
Oral And Written Communication
Intervention planning
Professional ethics
Treatment Planning
Peer support
Substance abuse
Recovery planning
Resource navigation
Timeline
Emergency Department Recovery Coach
Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery
12.2022 - Current
Support Staff
South Eastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency
04.2021 - 10.2022
Laborer
Trowbridge Stone Masonry
06.2020 - 04.2021
Painter
Tom Lane Painting
05.2019 - 02.2020
Carpenter Apprentice
Peter Z Contracting
09.2015 - 12.2018
Stock Room Associate
Harbor Freight Tools
10.2014 - 07.2015
Cook
The Sugar Shack
05.2014 - 09.2014
Busser
CherryStones
05.2007 - 02.2011
Completed coursework towards - Criminal Justice Forensic Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
Recovery Coach Academy -
CCAR
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