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Sara Lucas

Los Angeles

Summary

Experienced Harm Reduction Specialist with experience in facilitating group sessions for individuals in inpatient and/or outpatient settings. A Domestic Violence Advocate committed to supporting survivors of domestic violence and/or intimate partner violence by helping them navigate their mental health challenges and empowering towards self-sufficiency.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Harm Reduction

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

Shelter Advocate

Harm Reduction Specialist

County of Los Angeles
2024 - Current
  • Promoted harm reduction principles within the context of substance abuse treatment programs.
  • Increased client engagement in harm reduction activities by establishing trust through empathetic listening and nonjudgmental communication.
  • Promoted harm reduction strategies through education on safe drug use practices and overdose prevention techniques.

Volunteer

Gibson House Recovery Center
2020 - 2023
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Customer Service/Driver

Stephenson’s Flowers
01.2003 - 01.2023
  • Engaged with customers, provided product information, and drove sales.
  • Accurately recorded and entered inventory levels.
  • Cleaned, checked temperature, filters, and monitored the condition of floral coolers.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors, as well as store management, regarding merchandising, inventory, and supply needs and updates.

Education

High School -

San Andreas

Skills

  • Harm Reduction
  • Communication
  • Harm reduction strategies
  • Problem Solving
  • Collaborative
  • Domestic Violence Advocate
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

RADT

Timeline

Customer Service/Driver

Stephenson’s Flowers
01.2003 - 01.2023

Harm Reduction

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

Shelter Advocate

Harm Reduction Specialist

County of Los Angeles
2024 - Current

Volunteer

Gibson House Recovery Center
2020 - 2023

High School -

San Andreas
Sara Lucas