Whitney Williams
Eugene,OR
Summary
Focused professional ready to provide assistance in the form of scheduling appointments, accompanying individuals to meetings and supporting their desired recovery process. A multitasking Peer Support Specialist offering compassion and respect while communicating effectively.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Hiv Alliance
02.2024 - Current
- Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Facilitated peer support groups, creating a safe space for open discussion and shared experiences.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients by maintaining confidentiality, respect, and non-judgmental attitudes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, supporting case management efforts.
- Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure access to appropriate resources and services within the community.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
- Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
Support Worker/ Med Tech
Willamette Family Inc.
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
Med Tech
Merrill Gardens
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Implemented infection control practices in handling specimens and equipment to provide protection and comply with health and safety protocols.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8 procedures daily.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Dental Assistant
Smith Dental
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8 procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
Education
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
Carrington College- Portland
11.2019
High School Diploma -
Opportunity High School
06.2009
Skills
- Spreadsheet Development
- Emotional Support
- Presentation Design
- Daily Living Support
- Documentation Abilities
- Troubleshooting
- Mobility Assistance
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Daily Living Assistance
- Case Documentation
- Substance Abuse Treatments
- Patient Support
- Emergency Response Training
- Treatment Planning
- Self-Care Techniques
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Mental health awareness
- Peer Advocacy
- Resource Navigation
- Boundary Setting
Certification
Peer Support Specialist
Certified Recovery Mentor
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Hiv Alliance
02.2024 - Current
Support Worker/ Med Tech
Willamette Family Inc.
07.2023 - 11.2023
Med Tech
Merrill Gardens
05.2023 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
07.2019 - 08.2019
Dental Assistant
Smith Dental
06.2018 - 07.2019
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
Carrington College- Portland
High School Diploma -
Opportunity High School
Peer Support Specialist
Certified Recovery Mentor
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