Victor Lambert
Providence,RI
Summary
Behavioral health specialist with extensive experience at Newport Mental Health, focusing on crisis intervention and trauma-informed support. Demonstrated success in engaging clients and implementing recovery-oriented care systems, leveraging strong advocacy and EHR proficiency to improve client outcomes. Dedicated to fostering resilience and promoting harm reduction strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Specialist
Newport Mental Health
Newport, USA
05.2023 - Current
- Provide behavioral health support in collaboration with mobile crisis intervention team
- Utilize trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to client care
- Deliver peer support and harm reduction strategies for clients in crisis
- CCBHC
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Zinnia Health
Exeter, USA
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitate group activities to engage and support clients in residential treatment
- Assist with screening, admissions, discharges, orientations, and assessments
- Maintain accurate EHR documentation and demonstrate proficiency in digital systems
- Provide empathetic support and model recovery behavior in daily interactions
CORE Team Assistant Manager (CPRS / CHW)
Parent Support Network of RI
Warwick, USA
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Delivered individual and team-based recovery support across statewide outreach initiatives
- Engaged populations at risk for overdose and connected them with recovery resources
- Provided health education, rapid testing, and linkage to care for infectious diseases
- Collaborated with treatment, recovery, and harm reduction partners
House Manager
McKinney Shelter
Newport, USA
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised shelter operations during assigned shifts, ensuring client safety and structure
- Managed medication distribution, cleanliness protocols, and member responsibilities
- Offered compassionate guidance while ensuring compliance with shelter rules
House Manager
Amos House
Providence, USA
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Supported residents in a 90-day recovery program through structured guidance and daily meetings
- Conducted drug screenings and random room inspections to maintain program integrity
- Managed supplies, chore schedules, and facility concerns while maintaining a recovery-focused environment
Education
BA - Organizational Leadership
College Unbound
Providence, RI12-2025
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island, RISkills
- Strength-based and trauma-informed support
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Recovery-oriented care systems
- Group facilitation and peer support
- Client engagement and advocacy
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Harm reduction and health navigation
- Medication management and shelter operations
Certification
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)
- Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW)
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
Timeline
Behavioral Health Specialist
Newport Mental Health
05.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Zinnia Health
02.2023 - Current
House Manager
McKinney Shelter
09.2022 - 02.2023
CORE Team Assistant Manager (CPRS / CHW)
Parent Support Network of RI
09.2021 - 05.2023
House Manager
Amos House
09.2020 - 05.2021
BA - Organizational Leadership
College Unbound
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Rhode Island