Paul Acker Email & Phone Number

Hartford, Ct, Us

Bridgeport, Ct, Us

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

New Britain, Ct

New Britain, Connecticut

Ran program training Connecticut's Recovery Support Specialists including teaching classes, administering and scoring state exam, scheduling speakers and reviewing curriculum

100 Riverview Center Suite 272 Middletown Ct 06457

Assumed position on an emergency basis when ED was put on Administrative Leave. Budgeting, program development and support, supervision of 14 staff.

Middletown, Connecticut

Started first Community Bridger program in Connecticut 80 participants who had difficulty connecting with the traditional mental health system were offered Peer Support. Implemented a 200 hour training program for the staff Supervised 7 Peer Staff Developed program protocols and procedures

East Hartford, Ct

• Worked on revamping a habilitative clubhouse into one the promotes rehabilitation• Assisted members in developing, obtaining and keeping their goals, using a person-centered approach• Facilitated groups for members and recovery-oriented panel discussions for agency staff• Planned weekly trips in the community with members for Friday Nights, Saturdays and other times as called for. Coordinated big trips like a 7 night camping trip to Acadia National Park• Networked and collaborated with other agencies to add value to the clubhouse experience• Created Faces In Recovery Photo Exhibit – Listed on SAMHSA website for Anti-stigma Campaign• Contributed to InterCommunity’s Recovery Resource Guidebook• Supervise a staff of three Social Rehab Counselors• Participate in two agency committees, Development and Recovery Oversight• Interact with consumers in a positive way, “go the extra mile” to provide quality service.• Effectively handle customer complaints by remaining calm and objective. • Effectively communicate processes both verbally and in written form to people.• Understand individuals’ frustrations with the mental health system and guide them toward successful experiences.• Persevere, maintaining focus on problems until they are resolved.