Michael Lavender
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dynamic Peer Recovery Coach with a proven track record at Hazelbrook Sober Living, specializing in relapse prevention and resource navigation. Expert in developing tailored treatment plans and providing empathetic counseling, resulting in improved recovery outcomes. Skilled in motivational interviewing and client advocacy, fostering a supportive environment for lasting change.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Recovery Coach
Hazelbrook Sober Living
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings focused on providing comprehensive assistance.
- Provided group, family, and individual counseling to support recovery goals.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
- Documented case management activity for accurate, reliable records.
- Worked closely with the community doing volunteer work, event planning and public speaking.
- Taught (RAW) Recovery and Wellness classes.
- Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals.
- Worked with Diversus, Labor Depot and many other resource groups.
- Kowledged in the use of Narcan as well as UA's via house management.
Education
GED -
Twinsburg High
Twinsburg, OH02-2003
Skills
- Substance abuse
- Resource navigation
- Client advocacy
- Goal setting
- Auditing
- Relapse Prevention
- Treatment goals
- Treatment Planning
- Intervention planning
- Motivational interviewing
- Resource referrals
- Client education
- Family education
- Counseling background
- Resource advocacy
- Boundary setting
- Continuing education
- Recovery planning
- Peer support
- Professional ethics
Certification
International Certification & Reciprocity Consortum
COPA
CPFS Certified Recovery Coach
CAODC - Certified Alcohol & Other Drug Counselor
Suicide Prevention
Timeline
Peer Recovery Coach
Hazelbrook Sober Living
01.2024 - Current
GED -
Twinsburg High
Peer Coach of the Month
I was Hazelbrooks Coach of the month in 2024 as well as the coach of the week that same year.