Peer Recovery and Community Coordinator, CPRS Resume Example
I am a person in Recovery for mental health and substance use disorder. I am a voice for others who are suffering from this illness, and provide hope that recovery can and does happen. I meet individuals where they are at, guide and assist on their recovery path, while holding client with unconditional high regard and help to provide insight, inspiration, and model recovery.
I am registered on the Virginia Board of Counseling, and hold a CPRS Certification in Tennessee. Substance use affects all areas in life and each recovery path is personal. I focus on individualized, recovery-oriented, person-centered, and trauma-informed care. I support peers throughout their recovery journey by filling in the gap's and building bridge's where many peers may fall through the cracks; from pre-treatment, treatment, to transitioning within the recovery community, I provide outreach services, identify as a strong advocate, and assist with linkage for support services, as well as coordinating with community organizations who play an integral part of collaboration with the recovery process. Credentialed from Experiential knowledge, and hold International Certification.
Education and knowledge to ensure regulations and rights of (42 CFR Pt. 2 and HIPPA) are enforced. Proficient with written and oral communication, documentation, and computer skills including EMR, and CSMD. Skilled in development of individual recovery plans. Identify need and provide linkage to recovery services and resources. Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices. Initiative to take charge in unforeseen situations, solve problems and adjust to schedule changes. Other education certification / trainings:
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Manchester , NHNew Season/Apr 2019 to Jan 2021
- Assisted Chief Clinical Officer and Regional Clinical Directors with development of community engagement opportunities that highlighted commitment to comprehensive services for peer support services within OBOT facility, as well as overseeing scope of work and work of the Peer Recovery Specialist; including: maintenance of proper documentation, education and overseeing resources in each of the 7 locations within Tennessee and Virginia locations. Attended local and state meetings, training functions, and other Peer Recovery Support functions.
- Networked with Mental Health, Substance Use, Housing, Harm Reduction, and other organizations to build integrated support systems.
- Provide recovery support services education for clients, new enrollees, and family members. Introduce and facilitate Self-help, and mutual support groups.
- Membership with INAPS helps me to stay updated for Best Practices for Evidence-Based Treatment and provide the training and education for staff and team members as it related to peer recovery services.
Mystic , CTYale-New Haven Health/Apr 2019 to Jan 2021
- Provided Best Practices while utilizing my personal recovery experience to instill hope for persons in recovery by demonstrating my personal belief in recovery and a sincere interest for the welfare of my peers.
- Work with pts. as needed to assist them in identifying strengths, existing recovery supports, and community recovery services.
- Support pts. in obtaining individualized goals through building and strengthening of linkages with community resources.
- Worked with treatment professionals in the planning, management, and facilitation of peer recovery and support groups.
Baltimore , MDKennedy Krieger Institute/Oct 2018 to Jun 2019
- Lead Psycho-educational groups focused on education, living and coping skills, and building a strong support system, introducing 12-step facilitation meetings and TST. Relapse Prevention education.
- Implemented and monitored daily activities. Ensured safety, welfare and direct supervision of all pts.
- Monitored and documented changes in pts. symptom or behavior in the (EMR).
- Ensured pt created an exit plan and resources for continued recovery supports.
- Documented in appropriate and timely manner.
City , STATECornerstone Of Recovery/Oct 2018 to Apr 2019
- Provided orientation and education about the program, roles and responsibilities and provided pt handbooks. Assist with initial screening and UDS, Assisted with community outings focused on Self-Care.
- Assisted in group therapy and participated with DBT & Schema Therapy education and Provided one on one support.
- Ensured active participation in AO Meetings and participated in Treatment Planning Teams. Reported and monitored new symptom and behavior changes. Provided documentation in appropriate and timely manner.
Certification # 000-1080
Certification # 2847
Certification # 829934
Completed some college but did not graduate.
Renewed 2003
Renewed 2006
other hobbies and interest:
- Co-facilitator for community working group; focused on Safety-Net Expansion and participant with Leadership Team, for RCORP (rural community opioid response program)
- TDMHSAS TN. Faces of Opioids for Claiborne Co.
- Digital Storytelling participant for RCORP.
- Core volunteer for TN. Overdose Prevention
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School Attended
- TN. Dept Of Mental Health And Substance Abuse Serv
- Virginia Board Of Counseling
- International Cert. & Reciprocity Consortium
- Walter's State Community College
- Tennessee Technology Centers
- MileuClaiborne County Adult Edu. Center
Job Titles Held:
- Peer Recovery and Community Coordinator, CPRS
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
- Milieu Counselor
- Therapeutic Assistant
Degrees
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist : Mental Health And Substance Abuse
Registered Peer Support Specialist : Mental Health And Substance Abuse
International Certification : Mental Health And Substance Abuse
Associate of Applied Science : Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant : Pre-Nursing
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