Stanley Beasley
Peer Specialist
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dynamic Peer Specialist with HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County, and Pacific Clinics. Skilled in mental health awareness and relapse prevention. Proven track record in empowering clients through effective peer support techniques and wellness planning. Adept at fostering multicultural competence and empathy, enhancing individual growth and community resource navigation.
Professional with solid background in peer support and mental health advocacy. Skilled in active listening, crisis intervention, and providing empathetic guidance. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and achieving impactful results. Reliable, adaptable, and adept at meeting evolving needs with compassion and professionalism.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Peer Specialist
HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Facilitated peer support sessions, promoting mental wellness and recovery strategies among clients.
- Assisted individuals in navigating community resources and services for enhanced well-being.
- Documented client interactions and progress to maintain accurate records and support care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive service delivery for clients.
- Educated clients on coping skills and self-advocacy techniques to empower personal growth.
Resident Advocate
HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Advocated for residents' rights, ensuring access to essential services and resources.
- Coordinated communication between residents and service providers to resolve issues effectively.
- Developed personalized support plans, addressing individual needs and goals of residents.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills, enhancing residents' independence and self-sufficiency.
- Mentored new team members on best practices in resident engagement and advocacy.
Homefirst/ Year Round Shelter
HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
10.2015 - 09.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Hotel Night Auditor/ Mgr
Sheraton Gateway Hotel
08.1995 - 09.2006
- Processed guest check-ins and check-outs efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions and optimal guest satisfaction.
- Managed nightly financial audits, reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies to maintain accuracy.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with front desk staff to streamline operations and improve overall workflow during night shifts.
- Monitored security systems to ensure hotel safety and address potential concerns proactively.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational errors and increased efficiency in nightly reporting tasks.
- Managing a Staff of 3 ( Front Desk, Maintenance, Cook)
Education
No Degree - ADS 090 Peer Advocacy And Wellness
San Jose City College
San Jose, California, CA 08.2024 - Current
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Relapse prevention
- Social media engagement
- Multicultural competence
- Empathy development
- Substance abuse
- Boundary setting
- Wellness planning
- Peer support techniques
Accomplishments
- Achieved Certifications by completing Relias Training with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved De-Escalation which led to Certification.
- CPR - First-Aid Certification
Languages
English
Interests
Singing, Jogging, Reading, Puzzles
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
Software
HMIS, Salesforce and Clarify Databases
Timeline
No Degree - ADS 090 Peer Advocacy And Wellness
San Jose City College
08.2024 - Current
Peer Specialist
HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
07.2024 - 07.2025
Resident Advocate
HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
09.2023 - 07.2024
Homefirst/ Year Round Shelter
HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County
10.2015 - 09.2023
Hotel Night Auditor/ Mgr
Sheraton Gateway Hotel
08.1995 - 09.2006