Tracey Wright
Poland,OH
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in advocating for improved health and well-being through conversation, respect, and continued support. Skilled at working under pressure in difficult and challenging situations. Passionate about defeating stigma regarding behavioral health and creating a cultural change.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Peer Support Instructor
International Association Of Firefighters
05.2022 - Current
- Deliver IAFF Peer Support Training curriculum to first responders interested in becoming trained peers supporters.
- Promote education and awareness of the IAFF Behavioral Health Program.
- Foster relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build network of supportive services.
Peer Support District Coordinator
Ohio Association Of Professional Firefighters
02.2017 - Current
- Advocate for increased awareness for firefighter and first responder behavioral health.
- Mentor and support firefighters on behavioral health issues and concerns.
- Help firefighters locate behavioral health resources
- Communicate and coordinate statewide efforts related to firefighter behavioral health.
- Respond, as requested, for individual or group behavioral health support throughout the State of Ohio and nationwide.
Fire Captain
Youngstown Fire Department
03.1993 - 01.2020
- Responded to emergency and non-emergency requests as assigned.
- Applied, and adhere to, roles and responsibilities through standard operating procedures and incident command.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Colorado State University Global Campus
Aurora, CO05.2022
Skills
- Interpersonal abilities
- Collaborative
- Crisis response
- Resourceful
- Advocacy
- Committed
- Compassionate
- Continuous professional development
- Compassionate
- Continuous professional development
Certifications and Training
- Ohio Certified Peer Recovery Supporter
- IAFF Peer Support
- Assisting Individuals in Crisis
- Group Crisis Intervention
- National Community Response Training
- IAFF Suicide Safety Planning and Intervention
- Ohio Certified Paramedic
- Ohio Certified Level II Firefighter
Timeline
Master Peer Support Instructor
International Association Of Firefighters
05.2022 - Current
Peer Support District Coordinator
Ohio Association Of Professional Firefighters
02.2017 - Current
Fire Captain
Youngstown Fire Department
03.1993 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Colorado State University Global Campus
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