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Melissa Briseno

Glendale

Summary

Dynamic Peer Support Specialist volunteer with Just One Services, skilled in resource coordination and community engagement. Successfully, enhancing client relations and fostering cultural awareness. Known for teamwork and collaboration, I effectively supported clients in developing life skills and transitioning back to society, ensuring a positive and professional representation of the organization. Known for helping people in challenging situations and achieving recovery successes. Offering more than 7 years of sobriety and ready to help others reclaim lives through use of proper services.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Peer Recovery Class Training

True Wellness
04.2024 - Current
  • Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
  • Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.

Volunteer as a Peer Support Specialis

Just One Services
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.

Education

Alhambra
Phoenix, AZ

Certificate - Peer Certification

Maricopa Skills Center
Phoenix, AZ
12-2024

Skills

  • Public relations

  • Cultural awareness

  • Resource coordination

  • Organized and efficient

  • Community engagement

  • Community outreach

  • Client relations strength

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Friendly and outgoing

Timeline

Volunteer as a Peer Support Specialis

Just One Services
10.2024 - 06.2025

Peer Recovery Class Training

True Wellness
04.2024 - Current

Alhambra

Certificate - Peer Certification

Maricopa Skills Center

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