Taylor Patton, CCHW, PRC
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Certified Community Health Worker and Peer Recovery Coach with background in providing health education and resources to diverse communities. Experience includes performing outreach activities, managing caseloads, and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care. Strengths lie in communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and knowledge of public health issues. Previous work showcases ability to make significant impact on community health through advocacy, education, and direct service delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker |||
John Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments or other necessary services.
- Assessed the impact of social determinants of health on patient outcomes.
- Assisted individuals with sickle cell disease ,navigating health care systems, appointments and classes.
- Provided case management services including sickle cell crisis intervention, advocacy, and support for individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty.
- Assisted with patient referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Monitored client progress towards health goals and objectives.
Peer Recovery Coach/Case Manager
Groundwork Behavioral Health
Halethorpe, MD
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Acted as a role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
- Led group therapy sessions consisting of [15] to [20] adults focusing on recovery related material.
- Communicated with local agencies, courts and employers regarding client involvement and attendance in programs.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to address physical, mental, social and emotional problems caused by substance abuse.
- Referred clients to outside social service providers to address psychiatric and personal issues.
- Selected and compiled relevant information and resources for clients to support them in overcoming mental and emotional problems.
- Provided individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address addiction issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
Community Health Worker III
Medstar Union Memorial Hospital
Baltimore, MD
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Team Lead, Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
- Referred clients to other mental health resources in the community for further services.
- Created and distributed health-related education materials to improve program awareness.
- Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate health and social services.
- Developed case files and treatment plans under the supervision of the agencies clinical director.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
Community Health Worker II
University Of Maryland Medical System
Baltimore, MD
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Targeted specific community groups with congestive heart failure and disease management information.
- Distributed flyers, brochures or other informational or educational documents to inform members of targeted community.
- Managed enrollment, transportation, and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
- Led outreach activities to target specific demographics and promote health initiatives.
- Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
- Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD06-2027
High School Diploma - General Academics
Heritage High School
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training
- Clinical documentation
- Treatment Goals
- Community resources specialist
- Patient Advocacy
- Client Counseling
- Case Management
- Group Facilitation
- Public Outreach
- Referral Coordination
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Health education
- Home visiting
- Chronic illness care
- Service coordination
- Motivational interviewing
- Schedule coordination
- Team assignments
- Care plan development
- Substance abuse prevention
Accomplishments
Assisted multiple clients in obtaining education and employment. Addressed social barriers in high risk populations. Created and implemented weekly workshops for recovery support groups and health literacy.
Timeline
Community Health Worker |||
John Hopkins University
03.2024 - Current
Peer Recovery Coach/Case Manager
Groundwork Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 02.2024
Community Health Worker III
Medstar Union Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 01.2023
Community Health Worker II
University Of Maryland Medical System
03.2017 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland Global Campus
High School Diploma - General Academics
Heritage High School