Brandy Ray Email & Phone Number

Peer Support Specialist for women’s substance abuse and eating disorder units, providing compassionate support, guidance, and encouragement to individuals on their recovery journeys. Experienced in leading groups focused on Relapse Prevention, mindfulness and meditation, 12-Step studies, and LGBTQ support, fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Skilled in active listening, empathy, and non-judgment, creating a welcoming space for patient growth. Conduct individual meetings to explore 12-Step work (AA and EDA) and deepen patients’ meditation practices. Collaborate with the treatment team on AMA interventions, working to motivate patients to remain engaged in treatment.

Worked with residents seeking recovery from the time they apply for entry into the program until completion or transition to housing in the community. Responsible for all program entry and exit procedures. Oversee daily operations of the residence, including managing and coordinating daily housekeeping duties, meal planning, and cooking, leading biweekly house meetings, conducting inspections, and administering and recording random drug and alcohol testing. Offer support to residents, work with them to accomplish set goals, and help connect them with community partners. Oversee staff, including hiring and firing. Plan events and fundraisers, look for new opportunities to get the recovery community involved.

Worked as a full-time resident manager for a women's sober living house’s 6-month pilot program. Oversaw female residents, did intakes, random drug and alcohol screenings, took to meetings, doctor's appointments, and other errands. Planned and cooked meals with residents, ran a relapse prevention group & a meditation class weekly. Collected data for owners.

Supported store manager in achieving goals by leading the team in inside sales, outside events and outbound marketing. Assisted customers, handled customer escalations and promoted a positive customer experience. Handled inventory management, cash handling, reconciliations and deposits, & maintained desired store appearance.

High School Diploma

National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Certified Recovery Residence Administrator