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Vanessa Marks-Summers

Washington,IN

Summary

Experienced Recovery Specialist with expertise in addiction and mental health. Empowers clients to overcome personal challenges and traumas. Skilled in effective communication with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering strong rapport, and tailoring personalized plans for success. Committed to providing compassionate support and guidance for lasting transformation and promoting overall well-being.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Recovery Specialist

Family Healthcare, LLC
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Supported clients in navigating social services systems to ensure access to necessary resources for successful recovery.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed, preventing relapse and promoting continued growth in recovery.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with industry trends and enhance professional expertise as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
  • Empowered clients by teaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies.
  • Improved the overall recovery process for clients by advocating for their needs within the treatment team.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.

Peer Recovery Specialist

Life Springs Healthy Systems
03.2021
  • Maintained confidentiality and records with sensitive information
  • Helped create and implemented treatment plans
  • Evaluated effectiveness of treatments and medications
  • Updated office files daily and kept records organized
  • Coached clients through personal issues and traumas
  • Worked effectively with diverse team to accomplish daily objectives and meet long-term goals
  • Wrote Treatment Team reports and documents
  • Completed all tasks promptly and with minimal oversight
  • Established Relationships with clients
  • Approached and solved work problems with initiative and sound judgment.

Community Support Staff Member

Anchor House Family Shelter
02.2018 - 04.2021
  • Helped clients obtain social services by assisting with forms and coordinating referral processes
  • Helped clients with housing resources
  • Taught financial classes
  • Advised clients on supplementary services such as food stamps and child care assistance
  • Supported clients in handling routine tasks such as rental applications and tax forms
  • Kept all areas clean, organized and in line with company professional standards
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily demands and handle challenging projects
  • Organized office-wide supply requisitions
  • Maintained well-organized physical and digital records.

Education

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Seymour High School
Seymour, IN
06.2004

Skills

  • Case management
  • Scheduling
  • Task prioritization
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Coordination
  • Cultural awareness
  • Written communication
  • Planning
  • Multitasking
  • Public speaking
  • Google Drive
  • Microsoft Word
  • Substance Abuse Knowledge
  • Mental Health Support
  • Drug Abuse Prevention
  • Client Advocacy
  • Community Outreach
  • Team Collaboration
  • Professionalism
  • Team Building
  • Relationship Building
  • Mental health awareness
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Motivational Interviewing

Certification

  • 07/01/21, Indiana Community Health Care Worker / Certified Recovery Specialist, Mental Health America, Indiana
  • 04/01/21, Certification Microsoft Word, JCLC, Seymour, IN

Additional Information

I have been in Recovery for 7 years on November 23rd!, A Leader with Celebrate Recovery for 3 years in Seymour and Crothersville Indiana., I have a passion to help others out of the darkness into the light.

CCHW/PRS

I am a Certified Community Health Care Worker along with being a Peer Recovery Specialist 

Timeline

Peer Recovery Specialist

Family Healthcare, LLC
05.2024 - Current

Peer Recovery Specialist

Life Springs Healthy Systems
03.2021

Community Support Staff Member

Anchor House Family Shelter
02.2018 - 04.2021

General -

Seymour High School

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