Lauren Shipman
Newport
Summary
A compassionate and certified Peer Support Specialist with a strong personal recovery background, dedicated to providing empathetic guidance and support to individuals facing mental health challenges, and substance use disorders while utilizing exceptional communication skills to empower individuals towards achieving their recovery goals and fostering community integration; skilled in facilitating group sessions and connecting clients with necessary resources.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Russell Rice - Private Client
Little Rock
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Health Care Aide
Brownwood Life Care Center
Fort Smith
01.2013 - 10.2013
- Assisted with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, changing stomas, and repositioning
- Provided companionship
- Followed care plans developed by registered nurses
- Performed light housekeeping duties
Education
Peer Support Specialist -
Peer Support Training
Little Rock, AR03-2025
Skills
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Group facilitation
- Client advocacy
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Russell Rice - Private Client
12.2019 - 10.2021
Health Care Aide
Brownwood Life Care Center
01.2013 - 10.2013
Peer Support Specialist -
Peer Support Training