Trisha Arnold
Maricopa
Summary
Peer support specialist with strong skills in crisis intervention, client advocacy, and community resource navigation. Proven track record of improving mental health outcomes through effective peer support and communication strategies. Experienced in facilitating support sessions and connecting clients with essential resources.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Community Bridges
Casa Grande
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated peer support groups, fostering mental health awareness and community connection.
- Provided crisis intervention for clients experiencing distress.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and self-care techniques.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills to manage stressors.
- Advocated for client needs, ensuring access to essential services within community networks.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records.
- Supported clients in navigating community resources, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Participated in training sessions to strengthen support skills and knowledge.
Chiropractic Assistant
White rock Chiropractic
Chandler
02.2004 - 11.2005
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients, enhancing care delivery.
- Assisted with patient scheduling and appointment confirmations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Processed laboratory tests and communicated results to healthcare providers, ensuring timely patient management.
- Prepared examination rooms by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Reviewed charts before each appointment for accuracy and completeness of information.
- Supported insurance verification processes, streamlining patient coverage inquiries.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information.
- Performed administrative duties including filing, faxing, copying, scanning, and mailing of documents.
Chiropractic Assistant
Emergency Chiropractic
Tempe
01.2001 - 06.2003
- leSupervised daily facility operations, ensuring compliance with established policies and guidelines.
- Welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained reception desk efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance, implemented corrective actions, and trained new employees through constructive feedback to enhance workflow effectiveness.
- Assisted with patient scheduling and appointment confirmations in busy healthcare environment.
- Managed electronic health records to maintain accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to ensure seamless care delivery.
- Prepared examination rooms by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Supported insurance verification processes to facilitate patient coverage inquiries.
- Processed laboratory tests and communicated results to healthcare providers efficiently.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information.
- Assisted with patient registration and paperwork, including verifying insurance coverage and collecting co-pays.
Education
GED -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ01-2010
Skills
- Client advocacy and crisis intervention
- Peer support facilitation
- Coping strategy education
- Community resource navigation
- Patient communication
- Team collaboration
- Support group facilitation
- Guidance provision
- Relapse prevention
Certification
Peer Support Specialist
Affiliations
Televerde Foundation
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Community Bridges
08.2025 - Current
Chiropractic Assistant
White rock Chiropractic
02.2004 - 11.2005
Chiropractic Assistant
Emergency Chiropractic
01.2001 - 06.2003
GED -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College