At AIW - Blue Jay Wellness Center, I excelled as a Herbalist/Cannabinoid Specialist, enhancing patient recovery through customized treatment plans and crisis intervention. I spearheaded community education, leveraging my expertise in plant identification and horticultural therapy. My leadership significantly improved team productivity and client adherence, showcasing my ability to manage and motivate alongside my technical skills. The greatest joy I experienced was mitigating patients' chronic pain.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Herbalist/Cannabinoid Specialist
AIW - Blue Jay Wellness Center
10.2018 - 05.2024
Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Improved client adherence to treatment plans by providing comprehensive instructions on how to prepare and consume custom-blended remedies correctly.
Concocted specifically tailored medicine that best correlated with patients' mental/physical ailments.
Education
Associate of Science - Health And Wellness
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA
06.2008
Skills
Community Education
Pest Management Strategies
Plant identification
Horticultural Therapy
Composting Techniques
Sustainable harvesting practices
Permaculture practices
Accomplishments
I manufacture women's health cannabinoid products for multiple cannabis brands such as Myriam's Hope and CBDmd.
Certification
I am certified in Integrative Cannabinoid Protocols and Amazonian herbs.