Christina Brandenburg
Manchester
Summary
Caring Peer Support Specialist build trust and rapport. Compassionate and empathetic with genuine concern for the well-being of peers. Determined individual with a high level of compassion and skill in assisting individuals in various stages of recovery. Hardworking Peer Support Specialist known for handling appointment scheduling, transporting clients to meetings and promoting assistance wherever and whenever needed. Motivated Peer Support Specialist dedicated to coaching clients through life changes. Creates customized, structured support plans. Energetic and friendly with strong relationship-building skills. Dedicated Peer Support Specialist with expertise in crisis management and recovery assistance. Proven ability to foster positive self-disclosure and lead support groups, facilitating personal growth for individuals overcoming addiction and trauma. Compassionate Peer Support Specialist with a strong background in communication and leadership. Skilled in developing personalized counseling plans and facilitating support groups, enhancing client recovery journeys while providing vital community resources.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Monitor
Dismas Charities
Manchester
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Supervised daily activities of residents in a supportive living environment.
- Monitored compliance with facility rules and regulations for resident safety.
- Assisted residents with daily living skills to foster independence and self-sufficiency.
- Documented resident progress and incidents accurately for reporting purposes.
- Provided conflict resolution support to maintain a harmonious living atmosphere.
- Participated in weekly meetings with supervisors regarding updates on performance objectives.
- Managed medication distribution according to established guidelines.
- Completed required documentation on patient behaviors, movements and incidents.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition among residents that could indicate illness or injury.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and took necessary action to resolve issues.
Cook
Dismas Charities
Manchester
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Prepared balanced meals for residents in a supportive rehabilitation environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas daily.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service for residents.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to promote a healthy dining experience.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and food handling best practices.
- Managed inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients efficiently.
- Developed positive relationships with residents through engaging meal presentations.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Intake Coordinator
Living Clean
Manchester
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Coordinated client intake processes and ensured accurate documentation.
- Managed appointment scheduling for new and returning clients efficiently.
- Facilitated communication between clients and treatment staff effectively.
- Maintained client records in electronic health systems securely.
- Assisted clients with insurance verification and benefits explanation.
- Provided empathetic support to clients during initial assessments and inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to improve intake procedures continually.
- Coordinated the intake process for new clients, including scheduling initial assessments and providing necessary paperwork.
- Maintained accurate records of client intakes in electronic database system.
- Adhered to confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information about clients.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to intake processes.
Peer Support Supervisor
Living Clean
Manchester
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Facilitated weekly meetings with peers to discuss mental health topics.
- Monitored client progress over time and modified treatment approaches accordingly.
- Advised clients on available resources in the community that could help them meet their needs.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to peers in need of assistance.
- Educated peers on the importance of self-care practices such as proper nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene.
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
Peer Support Specialist
Protea Behavioral Health
Manchester
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
- Helped individuals overcome discrimination, stigmas and trauma by providing encouragement and community resources.
- Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
- Shared details regarding recovery and wellness principles focused on helping others struggling to stay focused on personal recovery journeys.
- Helped individuals overcome harmful drug and alcohol addictions.
- Aided individuals by developing wellness plans and advance directives to achieve goals.
- Assisted others through dynamic relationships built on trust and utilized effective listening and interpersonal skills.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
- Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
- Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
Peer Support Specialist
Serenity Keepers
Manchester
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
- Helped individuals overcome discrimination, stigmas and trauma by providing encouragement and community resources.
- Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
- Shared details regarding recovery and wellness principles focused on helping others struggling to stay focused on personal recovery journeys.
- Helped individuals overcome harmful drug and alcohol addictions.
- Aided individuals by developing wellness plans and advance directives to achieve goals.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
Education
Psychology
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYSkills
- Positive Environment Facilitation
- Recovery Assistance and Support
- Communication Abilities
- Leadership Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Group facilitation
- Resource coordination
- Community outreach
- Problem resolution
- Emotional support
- Appointment scheduling
- Self-care management
- Communication
- Relapse prevention
- Recovery guidance
- Wellness recovery action plan
- Substance abuse awareness
- Arranging transportation
- Boundary setting
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Peer support ethics
- Crisis response
- Reliability
Timeline
Resident Monitor
Dismas Charities
06.2025 - 06.2026
Cook
Dismas Charities
06.2025 - 06.2026
Intake Coordinator
Living Clean
09.2023 - 06.2025
Peer Support Supervisor
Living Clean
06.2023 - 06.2025
Peer Support Specialist
Protea Behavioral Health
03.2022 - 04.2023
Peer Support Specialist
Serenity Keepers
07.2021 - 03.2022
Psychology
Eastern Kentucky University