Violet Orell
Portland
Summary
To use personal recovery experience as a tool to build trust and rapport with individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. To advocate for those who have been historically oppressed by empowering them to identify recovery-related goals and take the first steps towards healing.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
GBHU Peer Support Specialist
Cascadia Health
Portland, OR
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Coordinated with Gresham PD's Behavioral Health Unit to support individuals experiencing regular contact with law enforcement and emergency services
- Maintained client caseload and processed referrals while coordinating with GBHU clinicians to provide quality and team-oriented care
- Outreached to individuals in the Gresham community to provide recovery and harm-reduction techniques
- Improved client engagement through tailored support strategies and active listening techniques
SUD Peer Support Specialist
Providence Portland Medical Center; BOB Team
Portland, OR
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Served patients with acute SUD-related medical needs, both during and after hospital admission
- Processed referrals, maintained waitlists, and triaged patients, when necessary
- Coordinated with clinicians regarding discharge plans; submitted referrals for follow-up services
- Outreached clients to assist in following discharge plans, such as attending MAT and PCP intakes
PACT Case Manager
CSNW/Sea Mar
Vancouver, WA
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Met with clients in the community to identify and address case management needs
- Collaborated with Sea Mar BH team and other community partners to provide wraparound care
- Co-facilitated a 24-week CBT for Psychosis Group via telehealth
Crisis Intervention Peer Counselor
CSNW/Sea Mar
Vancouver, WA
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Performed mobile outreaches for individuals in crisis and utilized de-escalation techniques
- Assessed individual’s needs; made referrals to mental health services and community resources
- Performed follow-up calls and offered extended support to individuals in need
Education
Peer Wellness Specialist -
Oregon State
12-2022
Certified Recovery Mentor -
Oregon State
03-2023
Certified Peer Counselor -
Washington State
03-2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Accelerated Learning Center
Phoenix, AZ01-2007
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis De-escalation
- Culturally Sensitive
- Housing-First Approach
- Case Management
- Harm-Reduction Approach
- Nine Years in Recovery
- Emotionally Sensitive
- Active / Empathic Listener
- Timely Charting
Timeline
GBHU Peer Support Specialist
Cascadia Health
09.2024 - 12.2025
SUD Peer Support Specialist
Providence Portland Medical Center; BOB Team
03.2023 - 05.2024
PACT Case Manager
CSNW/Sea Mar
09.2020 - 11.2022
Crisis Intervention Peer Counselor
CSNW/Sea Mar
08.2019 - 09.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Accelerated Learning Center
Peer Wellness Specialist -
Oregon State
Certified Recovery Mentor -
Oregon State
Certified Peer Counselor -
Washington State