Yessenia Rodriguez
Cranston,RI
Summary
Experienced recovery professional with strong background in peer support and mental health services. Known for effective team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in crisis intervention, advocacy, and motivational interviewing. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring high standards are consistently met.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Care New England
Providence, RI
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a supportive network for program success.
- Prepared necessary materials prior to each session ensuring smooth transitions between different activities.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, resulting in memorable experiences for participants.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Boosted participants'' socialization skills through group activities and discussions.
- Facilitated peer support groups to promote recovery and share coping strategies.
- Developed individualized recovery plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
Independent Contractor/Administrative Assistant
M.Y Investments
Providence, RI
12.2023 - Current
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable tasks, maintaining accurate records and reducing errors.
- Improved financial accuracy by maintaining organized and up-to-date financial records.
- Managed invoices, payments and deposits, maintaining accurate expenditure records.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Performed administrative tasks such as drafting contracts, updating client databases, and filing paperwork efficiently.
Paralegal
John H. Ruginski, Esq.
Providenced, RI
06.2015 - 12.2023
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Financial Accounting
Community College of Rhode Island, Providence
Providence, RI 05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Programming
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05-2002
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Workload Management
- Client Communication
- Fluent Bilingualism/Spanish
- Mental health awareness
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention
- Recovery planning
- Substance abuse
- Self-care techniques
Timeline
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Care New England
10.2024 - Current
Independent Contractor/Administrative Assistant
M.Y Investments
12.2023 - Current
Paralegal
John H. Ruginski, Esq.
06.2015 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Financial Accounting
Community College of Rhode Island, Providence
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Programming
Johnson & Wales University