I am a Certified Peer Support Specialist seeking employment with an amazing, energetic company.
A Peer Support Specialist with 4 years of sales, marketing, and business experience.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Work History
Family Peer Support Specialist
4 Years 5 Months
Excelsior Wellness Youth Center | 06.2022 - Current
Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, supporting case management efforts.
Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
Maintained computers, printers and technical resources to avoid disruption in operations.
The Zone/ East Central Community Center
7 Months
East Central Community Center | 11.2021 - 06.2022
Collaborated with local organizations for partnership opportunities and joint programming efforts, strengthening connections within the community.
Supervised a team of staff and volunteers, providing guidance, training, and support for optimal performance in their roles.
Improved financial management of the community center by regularly monitoring expenses and revenues, ensuring budgetary goals were met without compromising on the quality of services provided.
Led and supervised center staff, fostered teamwork and encouraged active involvement in implementing mission, vision and values.
Bolstered volunteer retention rates through consistent recognition of their contributions during monthly meetings fostering a positive atmosphere.
Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
Peer Support
1 Year 2 Months
Frontier Behavioral Health | 08.2018 - 10.2019
Paraeducator
5 Years 5 Months
Spokane School District #81 | 01.2013 - 06.2018
Kettle Bell Ringer
1 Month
Salvation Army | 10.2012 - 11.2012
Education
Peer Support Training - Peer Support
Excelsior Wellness Center | Spokane, WA
- Education
Spokane Falls College | Spokane, WA
- Business
Spokane Community College | Spokane, WA
Skills
Computer
Communication
Sign Language
Certified Peer Support
IBE Entrepreneur
Counselor Agency Affiliated
Money Management
Cash Register
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking Abilities
Networking
Donor relations
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team of 15 administrated in the development of the Teen Text Line.
Supervised team of 4 staff members on the Mix Magazine.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.