- Dancing
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Volunteering
Dennis Bell
Laurel
Summary
Dedicated Peer Recovery Specialist with expertise in crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, and peer support facilitation. Committed to enhancing client engagement through personalized recovery plans and effective communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
Project Chesapeake
Annapolis, MD
08.2020 - Current
- Facilitated peer support groups to promote recovery and resilience among participants.
- Developed personalized recovery plans in collaboration with individuals to enhance engagement and goal attainment.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support, ensuring a safe environment for clients in need.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, improving access to essential services for clients.
Recovery Aid
Hope House
Laurel, MD
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Police Towing Supervisor
Atlantic City Police Department
2711 Atlantic Ave,
01.1998 - 04.2018
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
Youth Advocate
Woodland Job Corps Center
Laurel, MD
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed individualized action plans to address youth needs and goals.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills, employment readiness, and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance service delivery for at-risk youth.
- Mentored staff and volunteers in effective advocacy strategies and program implementation.
Mental Health Technician
Helping Hands Behavioral Health
Galloway, NJ
07.2014 - 10.2016
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported changes to mental health professionals.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients at all times.
- Educated patients on coping techniques and daily living skills to promote independence.
- Led group therapy sessions, fostering open communication and support among participants.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Atlantic City High School
Atlantic City, NJ06-1984
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Self-care techniques
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
Affiliations
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc
Interests
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
Project Chesapeake
08.2020 - Current
Recovery Aid
Hope House
03.2018 - 02.2019
Youth Advocate
Woodland Job Corps Center
01.2017 - 02.2018
Mental Health Technician
Helping Hands Behavioral Health
07.2014 - 10.2016
Police Towing Supervisor
Atlantic City Police Department
01.1998 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Atlantic City High School