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Angela Aden

Elgin,IL

Summary

A passionate advocate for community well-being, I bring a proven track record of implementing evidence-based harm reduction strategies and fostering genuine connections through kindness and empathetic peer support. My approach is rooted in staying current with scientific advancements and addressing the holistic needs of diverse individuals, from children to seniors, across varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Adept at building strong community relationships and empowering individuals with vital resources, including opioid overdose prevention and naloxone administration training, I strive to create inclusive, thorough, and adaptable support systems. I am eager to leverage my skills in outreach and peer support to provide comprehensive individual support and contribute meaningfully to the organization's community.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outreach and Harm Reduction Coordinator

Live4Lali
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Delivered personalized one-on-one support to individuals with substance use and mental health disorders, developing tailored harm reduction and recovery plans to facilitate achievement of client-identified goals
  • Over the past year, assembled and distributed thousands of harm reduction kits across Kane and DuPage Counties, directly expanding community access to vital safe consumption resources
  • Cultivated and maintained strategic partnerships with local organizations, service providers, ROSC networks, and law enforcement agencies to expand client access to essential resources
  • Performed comprehensive needs assessments and facilitated seamless connections to appropriate community services and support networks
  • Conducted Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution (OEND) trainings, empowering individuals with life-saving knowledge and skills

Co-Founder/Meeting Facilitator (Volunteer)

Advocacy Recovery Community Humanity (A.R.C.H.)
07.2023 - Current
  • Co-founded an international, non-theistic peer support recovery community, expanding access to vital support resources
  • Established and led the Friends and Family initiative within A.R.C.H., providing targeted support to families impacted by substance use
  • Facilitates weekly peer support meetings, fostering a safe and supportive environment for individuals and families
  • Pursues ongoing professional development through online and college courses to enhance knowledge and provide more effective community support

Meeting Facilitator (Volunteer)

Sober Faction
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Engaged in community meetings and educational sessions to acquire comprehensive knowledge of substance use recovery and family support principles
  • Rapidly advanced from participant to leader, establishing and facilitating Friends and Family peer support meetings, providing guidance and cultivating a supportive community
  • Provided empathetic peer support through individual interactions, fostering a sense of connection and belonging

Education

Certified Recovery Support Specialist Program -

Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
03.2025

Skills

  • Nonprofit experience
  • Support group facilitation
  • Community engagement
  • Rapport building
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Needs assessment
  • Resource navigation
  • Recovery planning and support
  • Relapse prevention
  • Crisis response
  • Suicide intervention
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Mental health support and advocacy

Certification

  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Opioid Overdose Education & Naloxone Distributor
  • SMART Recovery GSF 203: Facilitator/Family & Friends Training
  • SAMHSA's HHRC Webinar: Identifying and Addressing Behavioral Health Needs in Encampments
  • Mental Health First Aid

Timeline

Outreach and Harm Reduction Coordinator

Live4Lali
01.2024 - 02.2025

Co-Founder/Meeting Facilitator (Volunteer)

Advocacy Recovery Community Humanity (A.R.C.H.)
07.2023 - Current

Meeting Facilitator (Volunteer)

Sober Faction
07.2022 - 09.2023

Certified Recovery Support Specialist Program -

Elgin Community College

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