Peer Support Specialist Mental Health
Resume:
Suzanne Crabtree
Huntington Beach, CA *****
*************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Dedicated behavioral health professional with 9 years of experience in substance use and mental health treatment. Proven expertise in crisis intervention, patient care, and applied behavior analysis, with a strong focus on supporting clients with diverse needs, including autism and eating disorders. Demonstrated leadership as a shift supervisor, enhancing team efficiency and client outcomes through effective communication and training. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and promoting recovery and wellness.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Behavioral Interventionist
Inclusive Education Community Partnership-Oxnard, CA August 2023 to September 2024
• Provide individualized behavioral intervention services to LAUSD students with autism, following structured behavioral and communication strategies
• Used the (ABC) model Antecedent (A), Behavior (B), Consequence (C) to help identify triggers for behaviors and develop proactive interventions to promote desired behavior.
• Kept daily documentation regarding behavioral issues, unusual behavior as well as accomplishments
• Reported all information to my BCBA and followed instructions when help was needed Shift Supervisor
Breathe Life Healing Centers-Los Angeles, CA
May 2022 to June 2023
• Assist clients daily with medication management, crisis intervention, and meal supervision, focusing on clients with eating disorders (ED), chemical dependency, and mental health needs.
• Trained extensively in LGBTQ+ sensitivity and cultural competency, ensuring respectful and inclusive client interactions.
• Coordinate and order medication for clients across all programs, including IOP, OP, and residential treatment, working closely with the psychiatrist to manage treatment adjustments.
• Manage clinic inventory, including medical supplies and food, to ensure consistent availability for clients.
• Lead the morning team by delegating responsibilities, enhancing team efficiency, and made sure all clients' needs were met during shift effectively and promptly.
• Conducted UA's weekly for all clients
• Observed clients throughout shift to make sure clients remained program compliant as well being aware of foreseen behavioral or medical issues
• Changed and took care of weekly outside meeting list rotation, so all clients could attend desired meetings
• Drove or coordinated transportation for clients outside 12-step meetings
• Set up transportation to appointments as scheduled
• Made sure all shift notes were documented by end of shift change meeting, so that any and all information could be exchanged effectively
• Made sure all pertinent information was entered into clients EHR's when necessary, before end of shift Taking time to heal
Me Myself and I-Pasadena, CA
September 2019 to May 2022
• Spent time healing from past trauma, loss of parents, and mental health issues I had during this time
• Practiced mindfulness and meditation, attended grief support groups as well as therapy.
• Attended Community College online during this time in their Addiction Studies and Psychology Program to better my understanding of mental health, SUD, Co-occuring disorders and how to effectively be a pillar of hope and recovery for others struggling in these areas.
• I learned the importance of inclusion, compassion, recovery, wellness, and resiliency.
• Have been able to maintain recovery and wellness with continued help from my team of professionals especially support from my peers.
Facilities Coordinator for Residential Program
Casa Treatment Center-Pasadena, CA
August 2016 to November 2019
• Managed residential clients' weekly life skills programs, verified room cleanliness, and prepared accommodations for new admissions.
• Supervised Kitchen Staff, organized and planned weekly menus, performed grocery shopping while supporting residents' individual nutritional needs, e.g., allergies, dislikes, medical conditions etc.
• Coordinated client transportation for medical appointments, TB testing, client resource needs and prescription pickups
• Supported events and special outings for residents, strengthening community and engagement among clients and staff
• Safeguarded compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards governing substance abuse treatment facilities
• Made certain clients were participating in daily programming schedule Monitor I
GEO Re-Entry Services LLC-El Monte, CA
November 2014 to March 2016
• Maintained facility security and conducted routine and emergency inspections for a federal re-entry facility, overseeing 70 federal inmates.
• Conducted head counts, pat-downs, urinalysis, and room inspections to maintain compliance and facility safety as well as confiscate any and all contraband found and reported to the Director and Head of Security.
• Administered and monitored prescription medications, managed intake documentation, and provided community accountability checks.
• Investigated and documented security incidents, including escape attempts, and coordinated recovery efforts as needed.
• Trained in self defense and de-escalation to ensure inmate's and employees safety Education
Course in Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist training in Peer Support Specialist training
Pacific Clinics Training Institute-Remote
October 2024 to November 2024
Completed Course and passed the State of California Medi-Cal Peer support Specialist exam in February 2025. I am Certified through CalMHSA.
College in Addiction Studies and Psychology Program/Chemical Dependency within the Criminal Justice
East Los Angeles College-Monterey Park, CA
April 2020 to February 2022
Under the supervision of Dr. Lisa Vartanian, Professor and Director of the Addiction Studies and Psychology Programs, I was able to receive Certification as a Prevention Specialist and Recovery Specialist. I was also able to take courses in The Criminal Justice Systems and obtained my Chemical Dependency Certification.
I completed a 100 hour internship at KYCC - Koreatown Youth + Community Center in their Recovery Services Outpatient Program under the supervision of Hiroko Makiyama, Recovery Services Manager. I was running groups as well as supervised one on one counseling and documenting client services into their EHR.
GED
Mira Loma Christian School-Riverside, CA
2014 to 2014
Skills
• Substance Use /Mental Health Tech (5 years)
• Patient care
• Vital signs
• Trained in Confidentiality, Boundaries and Ethics as well as HIPPA compliance
• Care plans
• Working with people with developmental disabilities
• Patient monitoring
• Patient observation
• Applied behavior analysis
• Recovery and Prevention Specialist
• Intakes and pre-assessments
• Medical terminology
• Cultural Competency
• Behavioral health
• Chemical Dependency Specialist in Criminal Justice
• Peer Mentor, Recovery Coach, Self-Care, Mindfulness, Wellness, Resiliency
• Trained in LGBGTQ+ sensitivity, identification
• Trauma Informed Care
• Person-Centered Therapy
• Crisis intervention
• Working with people with autism
• Co-occuring Disorders
• Knowledge of a variety of Recovery Models
• Resource linkage
• KIPU, Welligent, Sigmund (EHR's)
• Mental Health Disorders, Eating Disorders, PTSD, Sex/Love Addiction LOC-Residental/Detox/IOP (5 years)
Certifications and Licenses
First Aid Certification
Driver's License
CPR-BLS Certification
March 2025 to March 2027
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification MPSS-DINRGO February 2025 to February 2027
Course traing completed for the new CALaims Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Additional Information
• Current TB Test
• Current Physical
• Current Influenza Vaccination
• Current Covid-19 Vaccination
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