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Tara Strunk

Brookfield,CT

Summary

Accomplished and certified Peer Specialist with a proven track record at PA Mentor. Dedicated to enhancing client decision-making and wellness through education and advocacy. Highly skilled in trauma experience and social skills. Excels in recordkeeping and promoting mental health awareness. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes and fostering goal achievement, all while adhering to a concise 55-word limit.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Peer Specialst

PA Mentor
10.2018 - 02.2020
  • Empowered clients to make informed decisions about their care by providing education on available resources and wellness strategies.
  • Advocated for client needs within mental health services systems, promoting access to appropriate care options.
  • Maintained thorough documentation of client progress notes, assessments, and treatment plans in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
  • Helped individuals set realistic goals based on personal life situations and strengths.

Support Staff Member

Helping Hands
04.2005 - 03.2006
  • Answered telephone and assisted callers by providing information or directing to appropriate employee.
  • Communicated with clients on behalf of staff to relay messages and information.
  • Attended training sessions to stay updated on procedures and services.
  • Assisted in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and maintaining calendars for optimal time management.

Teacher's Aide

P.G. Chambers School
05.2003 - 03.2005
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

Mental Health Technician

Worsdworth in Shawnee
10.1998 - 04.2003
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bangor Area SR. High
Bangor, PA
06-1990

Skills

  • Trauma experience
  • Social skills
  • Mental health awareness
  • Recordkeeping understanding

Certification

Trauma Informed Support

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Certified Peer Specialst

PA Mentor
10.2018 - 02.2020

Support Staff Member

Helping Hands
04.2005 - 03.2006

Teacher's Aide

P.G. Chambers School
05.2003 - 03.2005

Mental Health Technician

Worsdworth in Shawnee
10.1998 - 04.2003

High School Diploma -

Bangor Area SR. High

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