Working alongside highly trained and educated professionals, the job task of a Peer Specialist is to use their experience and techniques in providing support and guidance to others who are yet to recover from mental or health disorders or addictions. Job duties commonly mentioned on the Peer Specialist Resume are – providing support to the patients, developing a long-lasting and trusting relationship with patients using their personal experiences, coordinating patients– logistics, creating and implementing social activities, identifying resources for the patients and providing additional treatment services.
To foster this kind of relationship with the patients, the Peer Specialist should be able to demonstrate these skills – a demonstrable experience in providing peer support, mental health experience, the ability to connect deeply with patients, and willingness to travel. More than formal education, employers want real-time experience, knowledge of Medicaid care and bilingual speaking skills for this role.
Headline : To obtain a challenging and responsible position within the Social Service Field. Specialist must have a working knowledge of the drug and alcohol treatment system.
Skills : Computer Skills, Patience And Respect For Others, Problem Solving.
Description :
Worked with a diverse population and cultures Provided others with support by meeting individuals where they are at.
Served can relate in their grief and trauma with someone who understands and can give empathy.
Worked in an intense environment with a high level of stress at times that requires self-control and patience.
Assisted others with community resources to meet their goals and enabling them to take ownership of what they want to do.
Advocated for those who need extended time to work on established goals and/or to avoid homelessness.
Provided daily documentation of people serves through the clinical documentation system.
Evaluated and established discharge goals; establishes external resources to promote patient success.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certificate
Peer Specialist Resume
Headline : Peer Specialist is responsible for the overall management of the Peer Mentoring Program. This includes facilitating the recruitment, training, and ongoing support of Mentors and Peer Advisors, as well as ensuring that the program is meeting its goals for student retention and success.
Skills : Problem Solving Skills, Management.
Description :
Assisted clients in articulating personal goals for recovery through the use of one-tone and group sessions.
Supported clients in identifying and creating goals and developing recovery plans with the skills, strengths, supports, and resources to aid them in achieving those goals.
Assisted clients in working with their case manager or treatment team in determining the steps.
Assisted clients in setting up and sustaining self-help (mutual support) groups, as well as means of locating and joining existing groups.
Utilized tools such as the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) to assist clients in creating their own individual wellness and recovery plans.
Identified and combated negative self-talk and how to identify and overcome fears.
Supported clients' vocational choices and assist them in choosing a job that matches their strengths, overcoming job-related anxiety by reviewing job applications.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Peer Specialist/Co-ordinator Resume
Summary : Proven reputation for integrity and dependability that motivates team members and generates measurable results.
Helped consumers find jobs Empower, motivated, supported consumers in mental health issues Encourage and give hope to consumers Listen.
Modeled successful recovery and tips for overcoming obstacles Accomplishments.
Provided data support for contacts and applicants through the use of Excel spreadsheets.
Provided administrative and housing support to homeless Veterans by surveying their needs and then connecting the client to resources.
Supervised client caseload averaging persons with co-occurring diagnoses.
Developed and charted detailed client case notes on a regular basis.
Promoted and supervised clients self-advocacy and recovery activities.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Human Services
Peer Specialist II Resume
Headline : To obtain a position that will utilize interpersonal skills and experience in an environment that promotes growth and opportunities for advancement.
Skills : Costumer service, Listening Skills.
Description :
Experienced who has been successful in their recovery.
Shared story through depression, and anxiety to help others.
Created and facilitated support and informational groups and activities related to mental health wellness, and recovery.
Tools used are smart boards, books, internet, videos, music, art supplies, etc Conducted inpatient and at the recovery center.
Provided peer support for hospital patients and recovery center patrons dealing with severe mental illness.
Connected people with resources and community, skill-building, crisis intervention, self- help skills, and engagement.
Collaborated with HPC staff with service plans, and advocate for clients.
Collaborated in helping maintain the recovery center, and serve as a back- up supervisor.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Psychology
Peer Specialist I Resume
Objective : To obtain a position using professional, courteous, understanding, listening skills to the Best of abilities to help and assist others.
Skills : Decision Making Skills, Management.
Description :
Registered Nurse Worked with a home health agency and took care of pediatric patients at home who were on a ventilator and feeding tubes.
Registered Nurse Worked on the floor of a busy ortho/trauma unit, total patient care, wound care, pre-op and post-op care.
Assisted with in-room procedures, medication administration, emotional care of patients and families.
Worked on a busy Ortho Care unit with a variety of patients and procedures.
Reviewed and have received numerous compliment cards from patients.
Assisted my RN's with various procedures, post-op care, admit and discharge assistance, post mortem care, care of patients on palliative care.
Changed career field from Criminal Justice to Healthcare and enrolled in nursing school.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Nursing
Jr. Peer Specialist Resume
Objective : To bring insight, experience, strengths and high emotional IQ to a position that will value these skills.
Provided mentoring, individual and group support, participation in the treatment planning process, teaching self-advocacy.
Interfaced with the Medical Team including Nurses and Doctors to identify and work with clients that have been recently admitted or in crisis.
Attended team meetings and staffed sessions to provide input and gain insight into the clients with whom they are working.
Provided assertive community outreach and sustained efforts to engage patients.
Collected information necessary to develop an accurate assessment of each patient.
Assisted in the timely development of the initial treatment (IT) plan.
Provided linkage to other behavioral health services and programs including psychiatric services, medication management.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Associate
Peer Specialist/Analyst Resume
Objective : Willingness to support own growth and education within the company. Provides Intentional Peer Support and encouragement.
Skills : Computer skills, Problem solving.
Description :
Conducted rounds to ensure the safety of the facility.
Provided supervision to clients, and facilitate groups.
Scheduled events, record events in the logbook.
Supervised clients during medication time.
Responsible for filing of all assessors and client documents.
Researched, analyzed, and monitored housing and homelessness policy issues related to disabled veterans.
Provided support and technical assistance to member programs about supportive and permanent housing trends and initiatives.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Social Services
Lead Peer Specialist Resume
Headline : Highly qualified Peer Specialist with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and would excel in the collaborative environment.
Skills : Basic Computer Skills, Management.
Description :
Facilitated self-help groups. Also supervised person women's transition home.
Established trust, confidence in people.
Powered them to optimize their skills to be successful in the community.
AssistED clients with relocation; moving furniture from one residence to another.
Maintained a professional rapport with landlord and superintendents One -on- one vocational counseling.
UtilizeD the AWARDs system to write progress notes and service plans.
Interned with the Community Treatment Team (CTT) to help individuals with a dual diagnosis.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Drafting Design
Asst. Peer Specialist Resume
Objective : Positive well trained assistant, the skills and knowledge to assist all members and personnel with the development and optimism that is required.
Skills : Adobe Suite, Video Production, Social Media, Writing.
Description :
Answered telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
Provided resources and connections to community services. Faxed, and formed filing Cared for twenty members at the center.
Created goals and organized activities for members.
Attended two-week WRAP training to motivate and encourage healthy behaviors.
Discharged planning and transportation for clients in a jail setting.
Assessed services are available for people needing housing, transportation, and employment assistance.
Documented by way of progress notes and planning.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Associate Of Science
Associate Peer Specialist Resume
Objective : An excellent hard worker experienced with a guest in the respite facility in person-centered and oriented recovery goals.
Skills : Communication Skills, Co-ordinating.
Description :
Engaged with guests Provided one on one session with our Guest.
Assisted Guest in articulating their recovery goals in one on one as well as groups sessions.
Performed light cleaning such as mopping floors, washing dishes and organized refrigerator and pantry cabinets.
Prepared progress notes with information on what to expect during and after counseling sessions.
Answered phones assisted in pre-registration for intake.
Organized Guest charts and check the intake process to make sure everything is in order.
Helped Facilitate Group Introduction welcoming guests to the program.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate
Peer Specialist Resume
Headline : Peer Specialist is responsible for identifying and engaging with people outside the company who can help drive business results. Engage with peers to understand their needs and interests, create a relationship of trust, support them in their endeavors, and help them reach their goals.
Skills : Team Building, Leading Skills.
Description :
Provided transportation, assistance, and companionship to clients.
Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients.
Provided clients and families with emotional support.
Assisted with transferring clients in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Comforted clients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Participated in the maintenance of safe conditions within the facility and other related areas.
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