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Monica Garcia

Martinez

Summary

I'm a empathetic individual with 19 months of sustained recovery seeking to use my lived experience with substance use and mental health (dual diagnosis) as a Peer Support Specialist. I am dedicated to helping others get through co-ocurring disorders by being a reliable advocate and a great listener. My goal is to use personalized care support to help peers handles life's challenges, find resources and build a plan for long term stability.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Caregiver

Confircare
Orinda
12.2012 - 05.2015
  • Provided personalized care and emotional support in their homes
  • helped with everyday tasks while letting them do as much possible for themselves. Respecting their independence.
  • Documented changes in clients physical and mental health, reported any changes to healthcare professionals

Education

Peer Support Specialist - SPIRIT

Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA
01.2026 - 02.2026

Certified Medical Assistant (cma) - Medical Assistant Training

Mt Diablo Adult Education
Concord, CA
02.2006 - 11.2006

Mt Diablo Adult Education
Concord, CA

Skills

  • Client care
  • Emotional support
  • Personal assistance
  • Independence encouragement
  • Empathy
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient advocacy
  • HIPAA

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist - SPIRIT

Contra Costa College
01.2026 - 02.2026

Caregiver

Confircare
12.2012 - 05.2015

Certified Medical Assistant (cma) - Medical Assistant Training

Mt Diablo Adult Education
02.2006 - 11.2006

Mt Diablo Adult Education
Monica Garcia