I am a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist with lived experience supporting individuals affected by substance use disorders. I provide trauma-informed, judgment-free, person-driven support and meet people where they are in their recovery journey.
I currently work in harm reduction and residential treatment settings, helping clients access treatment, community resources, medication support, appointments, groups, and recovery-focused services. I am trained in rapid HIV 1/2 and HCV testing and prioritize confidentiality, advocacy, safety, and respectful care.
I also have hands-on caregiving and home health experience supporting an older adult following hip surgery. My responsibilities include medication assistance, mobility support, grooming, meal preparation, household management, and assistance with in-home physical therapy.
My background includes strong administrative, customer service, retail management, scheduling, payroll, cash handling, inventory, sales, and staff training experience. I am proficient at documentation, clinical notes, client records, phone communication, and coordinating services.
I bring certifications in peer support, CPR, first aid, AED, and emergency oxygen administration. I am committed to confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, clear communication, de-escalation, active listening, and compassionate client-centered care.
I work as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist in a comprehensive harm reduction program. I support peers with risky-behavior harm reduction, recovery resources, and treatment access when they are ready.
I provide trauma-informed, judgment-free, person-driven advocacy and meet individuals where they are in their recovery path. I am also trained and certified in rapid HIV 1/2 and rapid HCV testing.
I support residential clients by observing medication administration, transporting clients to appointments, meetings, and groups, and completing rounds and room checks. I also assist with medication refill requests and supervise scheduled activities.
I maintain paperwork, shift notes, and clinical notes on a shift-by-shift basis. I monitor client behavior, document community living reminders when needed, and participate in treatment groups and meetings.
I provide in-home health care and personal assistance to an older male patient following hip surgery. My care includes medication support, mobility assistance, grooming, and assistance with in-home physical therapy.
I also manage household responsibilities including cooking, cleaning, laundry, and completing tasks for a patient with limited physical mobility.
I owned and operated SoVa Kennels, specializing in large working dogs with protection and guardian training.
I managed the daily operations of the business and provided specialized dog handling and training services.
I opened and closed the business, handled cash, inventory, sales, payroll, filing, inbound and outbound calls, event bookings, and customer concerns. I maintained cleanliness and sanitization standards for equipment and the facility.
I trained new hires, created employee schedules, led team members, managed patron safety, and built customer relationships through quality service and problem resolution.
I opened and closed the store, managed sales and cash amounts, stocked inventory, completed product and lottery counts, and maintained store cleanliness and safety.
I handled customer service, cash deposits, change exchanges, sales orders, age-verification requirements for regulated sales, lottery payouts, and store security system monitoring.
High School Diploma, General
Completed general high school education.
High School Diploma or GED
Completed adult education credential.
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