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John Watkins

Denver

Summary

Motivated and compassionate Qualified Behavioral Health Associate and Peer Recovery Coach with lived experience supporting justice-involved individuals and people in early recovery. Skilled in outreach, reentry planning, and peer support, with a strong ability to facilitate impactful recovery groups focused on relapse prevention, employment, life skills, and sober living. Known for building authentic relationships, providing trauma-informed care, and connecting individuals to essential resources. Committed to reducing recidivism and promoting long-term recovery through advocacy, trust, and person-centered support.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant

PuraVidaWay LLC
07.2025 - Current
  • Provided direct client support, helping individuals develop coping strategies, set achievable goals, and improve emotional regulation skills.
  • Educated clients on available community resources and facilitated referrals to appropriate services.
  • Facilitated groups focused on emotional regulation, mindfulness, and recovery planning, supporting individuals in managing mental health and substance use challenges.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including clinical staff and case managers, to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date client documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development, attending supervision and specialized training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

Peer Recovery Specialist

Stride Sober Living
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provide daily peer-based support to residents in sober living, guiding individuals through early recovery, relapse prevention, and healthy lifestyle changes.
  • Facilitate weekly recovery groups on topics such as coping skills, building sober networks, job readiness, and crisis management.
  • Maintain consistent documentation of sessions using trauma-informed and person-centered language.
  • Support clients with job searches, court compliance, treatment planning, and reintegration goals.
  • Model integrity, responsibility, and recovery principles to promote a safe and accountable house culture.
  • Offer empathetic, one-on-one peer support through active listening and lived-experience mentorship.

Peer Navigator

Tribe Recovery Homes
06.2024 - 11.2024
  • Provided outreach and case navigation to individuals incarcerated in Denver City Jail preparing for reentry.
  • Conducted pre-release planning, including housing referrals, treatment access, and recovery resource connections.
  • Met clients at the point of release for warm handoffs, transportation, and in-person recovery support.
  • Collaborated with justice partners, mental health providers, and local nonprofits to ensure continuity of care.
  • Advocated for client self-determination and offered lived-experience mentorship to support trust and hope.

Skills

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Active Listening
  • One-on-One Peer Support
  • Group Facilitation
  • Crisis De-escalation
  • Trauma-Informed Communication
  • Relapse Prevention Strategies
  • Employment & Life Skills Coaching
  • Resource Navigation
  • Empathy
  • Reentry Support

Certification

  • QBHA
  • CCAR Peer Recovery Coaching
  • CCAR Ethical Considerations
  • CCAR Coaching in Justice Settings
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • HIPAA
  • CrossFit Level 1

Timeline

Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant

PuraVidaWay LLC
07.2025 - Current

Peer Recovery Specialist

Stride Sober Living
11.2024 - 06.2025

Peer Navigator

Tribe Recovery Homes
06.2024 - 11.2024

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