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Sharon Morehead

Midland,NC

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented Certified Peer Support Specialist with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, and several years of diverse experience with the mental health and substance use community in such roles as a recovery coach, TCL housing, behavioral units, and the community.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

TMPSS/TCL Housing

Monarch Behavioral Health
10.2022 - Current
  • Identifying individual's housing preferences, transition, and housing retention barriers related to successful tenancy.
  • Assess needed social and independent living skills to support capacity to live independently and maintain housing.
  • Identifying resources to cover expenses.
  • Assist with housing application and search process including locating available rental units.
  • Providing early identification and intervention for behavior that may jeopardize housing.
  • Promote community integration.
  • Collaborate with care team, including LME/MCO for mental health or substance abuse services.
  • Reporting and documenting progress and outcomes.
  • Providing TMS services.

Caregiver/Mentor

RHA Howell Center
11.2019 - 10.2023
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress.
  • Supervised 5 staff members and made weekly schedule for employees.
  • Managed clients funds and purchased needed supplies for center.

Peer Support Specialist/Behavioral Health ED

Atrium Health Cabarrus
06.2018 - 10.2019
  • Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
  • Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community.
  • Documented client interactions and outcomes, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic approach to client care.

Recovery Coach/Peer Support Specialist

RI International
01.2017 - 06.2018
  • Encouraged clients'' sense of responsibility for their recovery journey by teaching them essential coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
  • Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
  • Facilitated connections between clients and peer support groups, fostering a strong network for continued success post treatment.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, connecting clients with appropriate emergency resources as needed.
  • Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
  • Documenting outcomes

Certified Nursing Assistant/Peer Support Specialist

Bridging The Gap
08.2013 - 03.2017
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Provided transportation to appointments.
  • Assisted with meal preparation.
  • Documented outcomes
  • Administer medication

Certified Nursing Assistant/Transportation Coordinator

Carolina Point
06.2011 - 07.2013
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Scheduled patient appointments to specialty clinics and provided transportion

Education

High School Diploma -

Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC
06.1987

Skills

Peer Advocacy

Mental health awareness

Substance Abuse Knowledge

Self-Care Techniques

Behavioral Management

Relapse Prevention

Resource Navigation

Problem-solving skills

Effective collaboration and interaction

Certification

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Timeline

TMPSS/TCL Housing

Monarch Behavioral Health
10.2022 - Current

Caregiver/Mentor

RHA Howell Center
11.2019 - 10.2023

Peer Support Specialist/Behavioral Health ED

Atrium Health Cabarrus
06.2018 - 10.2019

Recovery Coach/Peer Support Specialist

RI International
01.2017 - 06.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant/Peer Support Specialist

Bridging The Gap
08.2013 - 03.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant/Transportation Coordinator

Carolina Point
06.2011 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Durham Technical Community College

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