NIGEL SMITH

Union City, GA ***** 404-***-**** adyduw@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Peer Support Specialist assisting clients in maneuvering through challenging situations and guiding clients in their recovery from substance abuse and mental illness. Offering several years of corporate security experience demonstrating professionalism in crisis situations. Focused and motivated seeking an opportunity to utilize my experience with room for growth and personal development.

Skills

●Rehabilitation and recovery specialist

●Issue resolution

●Rapport building

●Providing direction

●Interpersonal abilities

●Problem-solving skills

●Tactical and weapons training

●Individual and group coaching

●CPR and First Aid Certified

●Safety and security training

Work History

Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist, Dec. 2018 - Present

STAND INC. – Decatur, GA

●Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery

●Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information and insight into support services available at community level

●Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills

●Developed recovery groups, as well as step studies, to adapt to the needs of the specific community

SECURITY OFFICER May 2018 – Nov. 2018

WELLSTAR KENNESTONE HOSPITAL – Marietta, GA

●Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment, including CCTV cameras

●Adhered to established procedures and policies and posted orders to include enforcement of hospital rules, policies and regulations

●Used initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines to respond appropriately to security situations

SECURITY OFFICER Jan. 2017 - May 2018

WORLD CHANGERS CHURCH INTERNATIONAL – College Park, GA

●Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, access points and permitting entry

●Responds to all emergency situations including medical, fire and safety related

●Provides escort for armored security deposits

●Assists with executive protection details on a regular basis

HOUSING & TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST/SECURITY Jan 2015 – Jan. 2017

STAND, INC – Decatur, GA

●Responsible for three residential housing units for men, securing premises and patrolling property

●Mobile crisis response and intervention

●Supervisor of receiving Food Bank deliveries and planning for residents

●Responsible for the safety and security of clients

●PROFESSIONAL MOBILITY OPERATOR, June 2014 – May 2015

MARTA – Atlanta, GA

●Providing a reliable and safe transport service to people in the local area

●Deescalating situations with abusive, aggressive, or unruly passengers

●Preparing reports on incidents, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, and fares received

CORPORATE SECURITY OFFICER, Aug 2005 – Aug 2013

TURNER BROADCASTING SYSTEMS, INC – Atlanta, GA

●Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings and access points and permitting entry

●Effectively maintains safe and secure environment for customers and employees

●Demonstrated flexibility working with internal team members to remedy any issues and preemptively coming up with solutions

Certifications

●Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist, CPS-AD

●IAHSS Basic Officer Certificate

●Defensive Tactics Training

●Handcuffing Certification

●Taser Certification

References

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