Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Jose Mata Jr.

Community Bridges Inc.
Chandler
18
years of professional experience

Dedicated Peer Support Specialist with extensive experience in behavioral health, providing empathetic, strengths-based guidance. Skilled in active listening and emotional support, facilitating clients' recovery-focused action plans. Proven ability to document and report client behaviors, support treatment plans, and maintain a safe environment. Committed to fostering non-judgmental spaces and upholding ethical standards in crisis intervention and long-term recovery support.

Work History

Peer Support Specialist

4 Months
Community Bridges Inc. | 03.2026 - Current
  • Facilitated peer support groups to promote recovery and resilience among individuals facing mental health challenges.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Monitored client progress, adjusting support strategies to ensure optimal outcomes in recovery journeys.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new peer support specialists, improving team effectiveness.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Assessed clients' risk factors for self-harm or dangerous behaviors during consultations. of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.

Property Maintenance

1 Year 11 Months
Florence | 02.2021 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw maintenance for 440-unit property, ensuring effective roofing, welding, fabrication, plumbing, electrical, and drywall repairs.
  • Diagnosed and repaired diverse maintenance issues, enhancing overall property functionality.
  • Executed commercial kitchen maintenance and performed cable repairs to ensure operational efficiency.

Counselor's Assistant

1 Year 1 Month
Oregon | 02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated group schedules and maintained accurate records.
  • Organized activities for participants and group programs to ensure smooth operation.
  • Supported counselors by managing office tasks and clerical duties.

Commercial Roofer/Welder

1 Year 3 Months
Centi Mark Roofing | 11.2017 - 02.2019
  • Installed and repaired commercial roofing systems, including TPO and EPDM, ensuring structural integrity and weather resistance.
  • Executed welding and fabrication in roofing applications, contributing to durable and reliable roofing solutions.
  • Conducted tear-offs and single-ply installations while adhering to OSHA standards, promoting safety and compliance on job sites.

MIG Welder/Fabricator

2 Years 1 Month
Carson Trailers | 08.2009 - 09.2011
  • Fabricated and welded trailers using MIG, TIG, and arc processes to meet specifications and quality standards.
  • Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate and precise fabrication of components.
  • Operated power and hand tools to efficiently complete builds in accordance with project timelines.

Welder/Fabricator

1 Year 2 Months
Swift Trailers | 07.2008 - 09.2009
  • Executed MIG, TIG, and arc welding on trailer components to ensure structural integrity and quality.
  • Applied plasma and oxyacetylene cutting methods for precise component shaping.
  • Constructed parts with hand and power tools, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
  • Read and followed detailed blueprints.

Education

Entrepreneurship - Educational

Edoyo | Remote | 07-2026

Welding Certificate

Rio Salado College | Tempe, AZ | 01-2010

Metallurgy Certificate Program

Rio Salado College | Tempe, AZ | 01-2010

Blueprint Reading Certificate Program

Rio Salado College | Tempe, AZ | 01-2010

Skills

Peer support ethics
Recovery guidance
Substance use education
Crisis intervention
Mental health services
Motivational interviewing
Biopsychosocial assessments
Patient intake
Trauma-informed care
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Communication
Emotional support
Personal boundaries
Mental health advocacy

Certifications

  • CPI
  • CPR
  • first Aid
  • Certified Peer Support Specialist
  • Certified Healthcare Needs in People with IDD
  • C-SSRS and DTO
  • Treating Substance Use Disorders Among Justice- Involved Individuals
  • Mercy Care Model of Care Training and Assentation

Additional Information

  • Communicate Efficiently in the Workplace Certificate
  • Career and Personal Finance Certificate
  • Career Exploration Business Management & Administration Certificate
  • Preparing to Write a Business Plan Certificate
  • Building an Online Business Certificate
  • Creating a Website Certificate
  • Finance for Your Business Certificate

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist

Community Bridges Inc.
03.2026 - CurrentRead More

Property Maintenance

Florence
02.2021 - 01.2023Read More

Counselor's Assistant

Oregon
02.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Commercial Roofer/Welder

Centi Mark Roofing
11.2017 - 02.2019Read More

MIG Welder/Fabricator

Carson Trailers
08.2009 - 09.2011Read More

Welder/Fabricator

Swift Trailers
07.2008 - 09.2009Read More

Rio Salado College

Blueprint Reading Certificate Program
Read More

Rio Salado College

Metallurgy Certificate Program
Read More

Edoyo

Entrepreneurship from Educational
Read More

Rio Salado College

Welding Certificate
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Jose Mata Jr.