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Skills
Program Development & Evaluation: Designed and implemented outcome-driven initiatives for housing, re-entry, and peer support programs, including creating forms and selecting software.
Case Management: Provided comprehensive case management for diverse populations, including families, individuals post-incarceration, and those experiencing homelessness.
Crisis Intervention: Conducted effective crisis intervention to ensure client stability and program compliance in high-pressure environments.
Community Outreach & Partnership Building: Fostered collaborations with state agencies, probation officers, and community organizations to enhance service delivery and resource access.
Leadership & Staff Training: Led teams of up to 13 staff, provided training on financial management, data collection, and trauma-informed care, and supervised operations during leadership absences.
Data Collection & Reporting: Generated monthly and quarterly reports for the Washington Department of Corrections, ensuring accuracy and compliance with funding requirements.
Peer Support & Advocacy: Leveraged lived experience as a Certified Peer Counselor to empower clients, advocate for equitable policies, and educate stakeholders on re-entry and behavioral health challenges.
Financial Coaching: Certified Financial Coach (2024), delivering training and support to promote financial literacy and stability.
Project Coordination: Managed the establishment and expansion of 12 transitional housing facilities, overseeing maintenance, budgeting, and supportive services.
Trauma-Informed Care: Facilitated classes on motivational interviewing, ACEs, racial equity, and implicit bias to support trauma-informed service delivery.
Policy Development: Contributed to statewide behavioral health policy through active roles in the Community Voices and Empowerment Steering Committee and Better Health Together Community Voices Council.
Communication & Public Speaking: Delivered re-entry simulations, legislative advocacy, and community education to diverse audiences, including agencies and policymakers.
First Aid & CPR: Certified in First Aid and CPR (2024), ensuring safety and preparedness in community settings.
About
Compassionate and accomplished Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) with over a decade of experience in social services, specializing in community support, transitional housing, re-entry programs, and peer-driven initiatives. Leveraging lived experience, I empower individuals navigating behavioral health challenges, housing instability, and post-incarceration transitions in Washington State. Adept at case management, program development, and fostering equitable access to resources through collaborative partnerships. Certified by the Washington Health Care Authority as a Peer Counselor (2020–Present) and a Certified Financial Coach (2024), I bring strong communication, crisis intervention, and advocacy skills to promote resilience and self-sufficiency. Committed to shaping inclusive policies and amplifying community voices through active involvement with organizations like the Community Voices and Empowerment Steering Committee and Better Health Together Community Voices Council. Seeking a Peer Specialist role to provide trauma-informed, person-centered support and drive positive outcomes for clients and communities.
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