Angela James

National Certified Family Peer Specialist Ca Medi-cal Certified Peer Support Specialist @Mental Health Association Of Alameda County

Oakland, CA, US

As a certified family peer specialist, I enhance my skills through education & training while offering support to peers and family members. I organize activities to improve family experiences & provide coaching in behavioral health. Additionally, I oversee grievance resolutions, promote staff wellness, & communicate effectively across diverse groups.Continuous Learning & Professional Development: Increase personal & professional knowledge through ongoing education & training. Acquire training certificates in various areas, such as de-escalation skills, improvements within the IEP system, & current legislation. Invest time in learning about family & peer advances, offering support to peers & family members. Demonstrate belief in education.Program Development & Implementation: Plan, organize, & administer various activities & programs aimed at improving the experience of consumers & family members. Develop programs to support individuals with mental health challenges & substance use disorders.Training & Support: Provide training, coaching, and supervision for consumers, family members, & peers with lived experience in behavioral health.Grievance Resolution & Quality Management: Oversee grievance resolution processes & work to resolve grievances in collaboration with Quality Management.Staff Development & Advocacy: Develop & retain peers within the system of care & enhance their knowledge & skills related to substance use disorders. Advocate for staff wellness & engagement, fostering a culture of support & collaboration.Administrative & Communication Skills: Manage multiple contracts & program budgets, including grants, RFPs, & special funding. Utilize Microsoft applications for various administrative tasks. Communicate effectively, both verbally & in writing, to diverse audiences.Cultural Competency & Lived Experience: Demonstrate cultural humility & leverage lived experience as a family member in behavioral health to inform practice.

Family Paths

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

FREDLA

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First5

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CMHACY

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NTTAC

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