Community Support & Mentoring Professional with CDL-C knows Bay Area w

Objectives

Dedicated and compassionate professional with over 5+ years of providing empathetic and effective guidance to individuals navigating mental health and substances use challenges. Skilled in fostering strong peer relationships, program planning, and mentoring in the principals in recovery and resilience.

Experience

Program Mentor, Ione, CA

2020-2025

Assisted educators in GED preparation and literacy programs; creating dynamic bonds with learners to achieve academic milestones

Mentored peers in conflict resolution and personal development; contributing to a safer, more collaborative environment

Demonstrated reliability, discipline, and teamwork through consistent participation in structured work and training programs

Internship, Ione, CA

2017-2019

Spearheaded and met community demand for a weekly mindfulness group that had 5-10 individuals attend regularly

Strength-based, wellness-centered peer support from the perspective of both lived and shared experience

Connected peers with community services and resources

Education

AA in Social and Behavioral Sciences/Social Work and Human Services

-Folsom Lake College, 2024

Certification in Social Work and Humans Services Specialist, 2020

Certification in Peer Counseling and Conflict Resolution, 2019