Thomas Richmond
Portland,OR
Summary
As a Peer Wellness Specialist at MHAAO, I excelled in utilizing trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing to significantly reduce client stress levels. My proactive outreach and strong community partnerships, notably with Portland and Beaverton police, led to groundbreaking peer support initiatives. Skilled in active listening, I achieved meaningful client success in shelter, detox, and employment programs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Wellness Specialist
MHAAO
Portland, OR
03.2024 - Current
- Reduced stress levels for clients through mindfulness techniques and stress management strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify individual client needs, goals, and potential obstacles to success.
- Outreach in the downtown core.
- Worked closely with community partners building relationships.
- Worked to get peers placement in shelter, Detox/treatment, and WorkSource programs.
- Work with Portland and Beaverton police to offer peer support to qualifying peers with police contact for the first time ever in those cities.
Education
GED -
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR03.2020
Skills
- Trauma informed care
- Motivational interviewing
- Certified Recovery Mentor
- Peer Wellness Specialist
- Active listening
- Extensive Community Partnerships
Accomplishments
I am one of the original team members on the BHRC Outreach team. Since starting I’ve been able to assist in the writing of the current SOP. I was part of the Portland Police Pilot project, and from my work with them and other community partners being able to bring it from being just a pilot to an actual team called the Police Provider Joint Connection unit through MHAAO.
Certification
- CRM
- PWS
Timeline
Peer Wellness Specialist
MHAAO
03.2024 - Current
GED -
Central Oregon Community College