Summary
Work History
Skills
Education
Clifton Strengths
Timeline
Tori Edris

Tori Edris

Peer Support Specialist
Council Bluffs,IA
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Summary

Years of lived experience with mental illness; evolved into a resilient survivor. Quick to discover various avenues of support and creating one's own motivation to facilitate change. Empathetic and proven to build trusting relationships with clients. Caring with genuine concern for wellbeing of peers.

Work History

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Community Alliance
Omaha, NE
09.2023 - Current
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
  • Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Community Alliance
Omaha, NE
2021.09 - 2023.01
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
  • Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Assessed patient behavior, moods and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
  • Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints.
  • Helped patients to deal with realities of their mental illness diagnoses and develop coping skills.
  • Led up to 25 individual sessions per week.

Family Teacher

Boys Town
Boys Town, NE
2019.02 - 2020.01
  • Lived on-site in a Boys Town Family Home to provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through creating a safe and loving family-style living environment
  • Provided emotional support utilizing praise, positive feedback, affection, and empathy to build one's self-confidence and respect
  • Maintained contact with both internal and external consumers agencies to obtain or provide information regarding youth's behaviors, strategies, and progress
  • Previously CPI certified

Teaching Assistant

Bluebird Montessori Preschool
2018.07 - 2019.02
  • Initiate fun-based games and learning activities for toddlers to support their physical, emotional, and academic growth
  • Interact with parents on the academic progress of their children

Barista

Starbucks
Omaha, NE
11.2015 - 12.2016
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.

Skills

    Mental health services

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Education

Associates of Marketing Management -

Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs, IA
08.2012 - 05.2018

Peer Support Certification -

Well-Being Initiative, Lincoln, NE
03.2021 - 05.2021

Clifton Strengths

  • Communication
  • Harmony
  • Individualization
  • Woo
  • Empathy

Timeline

Certified Peer Support Specialist - Community Alliance
09.2023 - Current
Certified Peer Support Specialist - Community Alliance
2021.09 - 2023.01
Well-Being Initiative - Peer Support Certification,
03.2021 - 05.2021
Family Teacher - Boys Town
2019.02 - 2020.01
Teaching Assistant - Bluebird Montessori Preschool
2018.07 - 2019.02
Barista - Starbucks
11.2015 - 12.2016
Iowa Western Community College - Associates of Marketing Management,
08.2012 - 05.2018
Tori EdrisPeer Support Specialist