Lucinda Chapman
New Plymouth
Summary
Hardworking Peer Support Specialist committed to coaching peers through life challenges. Develops customized plans for individual issues. Engaging and outgoing with strong communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Alcohol and Other Drug Peer Support Worker
Tui Ora
11.2021 - Current
- Improved whaiora well-being by sharing personal experiences, coping strategies, and resources in a relatable manner.
- Strengthened staff knowledge of peer support principles by serving as a role model for colleagues.
- Built trusting relationships with whānau members of whaiora offering guidance on how to best support their loved ones during the recovery process.
- Employed Motivational Interviewing skills to support whaiora mana motuhake and change talk
- Promoted self-advocacy among whaiora by teaching them effective communication skills for expressing their needs to healthcare providers.
- Group work
- Networking with other Peers in the sector
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to clients'' needs.
- Encouraged client self-discovery through guided reflection exercises aimed at identifying strengths, values, and areas for growth.
- Conducted regular follow-up calls to check on clients'' progress, offering additional assistance when necessary.
- Served as a liaison between whaiora and healthcare professionals, ensuring that client needs were effectively communicated and addressed.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in mental health support services.
- Strengthened staff knowledge of peer support principles by conducting educational workshops and serving as a role model for colleagues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZDiploma (level 7) - Applied Addictions Counselling
Te Taketake
Dunedin, NZSkills
- Peer Advocacy
- Empathetic
- Stress reduction techniques
- Recovery planning
- Relapse Prevention
- Self-Care Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Culturally Competent
- Resource Navigation
- Referral Assistance
- Boundary Setting
Timeline
Alcohol and Other Drug Peer Support Worker
Tui Ora
11.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Massey University
Diploma (level 7) - Applied Addictions Counselling
Te Taketake
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