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Tiffini Yost

Bethalto,IL

Summary

Compassionate Peer Recovery Specialist with background in aiding individuals battling substance abuse and mental health issues. Strong experience providing one-on-one support, facilitating recovery groups, and implementing personalized recovery plans. Skills include crisis management, motivational interviewing, and behavioral intervention techniques. Impactful history of fostering resilience and promoting long-term recovery based on each individual's strength and potential for change. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Gateway Foundation
Caseyville, IL
10.2024 - Current
  • Conducted community substance abuse prevention programs for targeted groups in local area.
  • Developed personalized counseling plans by meeting clients to understand individual needs.
  • Monitored medication compliance of participants in medication-assisted treatment programs.
  • Coached clients on healthy coping skills using evidence-based practices like mindfulness and CBT.
  • Encouraged clients to engage in self-help programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
  • Maintained client records, tracked progress, and documented interactions thoroughly.
  • Collaborated with physicians to create patient care plans based on ongoing assessments.
  • Organized recreational activities promoting healthful living and socialization among peers.

Recovery Coach

Chestnut Health Systems
Granit City, IL
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Adhered to ethical guidelines from organizations such as NAADAC and ICRCP.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to clients during challenging times.
  • Discussed drug and alcohol abuse issues with offenders to understand past behaviors.
  • Connected clients with aftercare services like sober living homes and outpatient programs.
  • Conducted outreach efforts to raise community awareness of addiction resources.
  • Facilitated peer recovery support for individuals in early recovery stages.
  • Assessed client needs and referred them to suitable community resources.
  • Collaborated with treatment teams to customize care plans for individual clients.

Recovery Specialist

Centerstone
Alton, IL
12.2022 - 07.2023
  • Monitored client progress and updated treatment plans to ensure effective care.
  • Provided support to individuals recovering from substance abuse and mental health issues.
  • Facilitated crisis interventions to de-escalate challenging situations involving distressed clients.
  • Developed relapse prevention strategies to enhance long-term recovery outcomes.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions, fostering coping skills and resilience.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Educated clients on addiction dangers, recovery processes, and community resources.
  • Engaged in professional development and networking to implement best practices.

Education

CPRS -

SIU School of Medicine
Springfeild, IL
10-2024

High School Diploma -

Southwestern High School
Piasa, Illinois
06-1998

Associates - Science

Lewis and Clark
Godfrey, Illinois

Skills

  • Work ethic and integrity
  • Goal orientation
  • Leadership skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Responsibility and adaptability
  • Self-motivation
  • Teaching and training
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Caregiving expertise
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Honesty and trustworthiness
  • Behavioral coaching techniques
  • Substance abuse prevention strategies
  • Crisis intervention skills
  • Motivational interviewing techniques
  • Self-care practices
  • Empathy development strategies
  • Peer support facilitation
  • Relapse prevention planning
  • Boundary setting techniques
  • Recovery planning expertise
  • Client relationship management
  • Emotional support provision
  • Patient advocacy skills
  • Client-centered therapy approaches

Certification

  • Certified Recovery Support Specialist

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Gateway Foundation
10.2024 - Current

Recovery Coach

Chestnut Health Systems
07.2023 - 10.2024

Recovery Specialist

Centerstone
12.2022 - 07.2023

CPRS -

SIU School of Medicine

High School Diploma -

Southwestern High School

Associates - Science

Lewis and Clark

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