Professionalizing Peer Support: Resume & and LinkedIn Strategies Workshop

Professionalizing Peer Support: Resume, Cover Letter, and LinkedIn StrategiesThis two-part training series, developed in collaboration with On the Front Lines and the Hamilton County Office of Addiction Response, is designed to equip peer supporters and individuals with lived experience with the tools needed to stand out and advance in the workforce. The series will help participants professionalize their approach to job applications, leveraging their unique lived experience while enhancing their overall professional presence.

Session 1: Education and Curriculum – Building Your Professional Foundation
In this first session, participants will receive essential education on creating a professional resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile. They will learn how to effectively communicate their skills, strengths, and lived experiences in a way that resonates with employers, especially within the addiction recovery and peer support fields. This session will cover the importance of structure, tailoring documents for specific roles, and how to highlight transferable skills.

Session 2: Workshop – Real-Time Feedback and Document Improvement
The second session will be a hands-on workshop where participants are encouraged to bring examples of their current resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile. In a collaborative, supportive environment, they will receive real-time feedback and practical tips for improving and refining their documents. The session will include peer-to-peer reviews and expert guidance to help participants make their applications stand out and position themselves for success in the workforce.By attending both sessions, participants will gain actionable insights and personalized feedback to create professional, polished documents that highlight their strengths and readiness to thrive in the workforce.

Please note: To ensure participants gain the full benefit of this training, attendance at both sessions is required for registration.

Host or Publisher Hannah Schilling, Hamilton County Public Health