Wayne Albert Williams
Temecula,CA
Summary
Accomplished Peer Support Specialist with a proven track record at Veterans Affairs, adept in recovery planning and effective collaboration. Demonstrated success in increasing veteran participation in support services and securing essential resources, showcasing strong communication and interpersonal skills. Expert in coordinating care and treatment plans, ensuring seamless transitions and enhanced patient support.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Veterans Affairs
02.2015 - Current
- Increased awareness of and supported veteran participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Communicated and visited veterans at home, offering information and insight into support services available at community level.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Listened to veterans concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Transported veterans to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
Social Services Assistant
Veterans Affairs
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Secured housing, medical care, and employment for veterans by collaborating with various community agencies.
- Responsible for directing, coordinating and supervising veterans within a domiciliary.
- Offered learning opportunities to help veterans develop important life skills.
- Assisted veterans with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
Psychiatric Technician
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Provide nursing care to patients with physical and/or behavioral problems including: personal nursing care, diagnostic support duties and treatment procedures.
- Trained in the Professional Management of Disruptive Behavior;prevents or responds to psychiatric emergencies; SMART team member
Discharge Planner
Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Cared for patients in a hospital setting and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure. Phlebotomy and EKG.
Honorable Discharge
United States Navy
01.1984 - 01.1990
Education
MBA - Healthcare Management
University of Phoenix
Los Angeles, CA2007
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Los Angeles, CA2005
Skills
- Effective collaboration and interaction
- Communication abilities
- Rapport Building
- Interpersonal abilities
- Recovery planning
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Veterans Affairs
02.2015 - Current
Social Services Assistant
Veterans Affairs
01.2014 - 02.2015
Psychiatric Technician
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2014
Discharge Planner
Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2010
Certified Nurse Assistant
Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center
01.1998 - 01.2007
Honorable Discharge
United States Navy
01.1984 - 01.1990
MBA - Healthcare Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
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