Forensic Certified Peer Specialist/ Certified Recovery Specialist

OBJECTIVE: To secure a position as a peer specialist focusing on substance and mental health for individuals.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

I am licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Peer Specialist. I have experience providing one-on-one support as well as leading group sessions for incarcerated individuals undergoing substance abuse treatment and mental health treatment. I enjoy working in collaborative environments where I can meet, talk, and engage with people on a daily basis, and I work well independently. I am organized, prompt, and responsible.

CERTIFICATIONS

Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist License, September 2019

Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License

AL BANIYYAH MOSQUE Aug. 2021 – Present

Philadelphia, PA

Job Title: Volunteer Peer Specialist

Job Duties:

oProvide one-on-one support and counseling to individuals in need of mental health support;

oCreate action plans for individuals seeking support with substance abuse.

AA SECURITY Aug. 2021 – Present

Philadelphia, PA

Job Title: Security Guard

Job Duties: Ensure compliance with safety protocols at a local construction site.

STATE CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION WAYMART Sept. 2019 – Aug. 2021

Waymart, PA

Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Job Duties:

oWorked with inmates undergoing counselling for substance abuse and/ or mental health crises;

oProvided one-on-one support to inmates in the prison’s mental health ward;

oLed group support sessions via the Wellness Recovery Action Plan and created reports action plans to assist with recovery;

oIdentified and referred inmates for substance abuse and mental health support.

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA – MAYOR’S OFFICE OF COMMUNICATION Nov. 2004 – May 2007

Philadelphia, PA

Job Title: Laborer

oJob Duties: Assisted with the setup and organization of mayoral events such as Hurricane Katrina relief, Operation Safe Street, and other large-scaled events.

Other relevant experience:

Worked as a contractor performing demolition of commercial properties in Montgomery County;

Completed some coursework in business management.

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