ANGELA WEST
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Director of Addiction Recovery Services with a proven track record in overseeing comprehensive treatment within the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC). Expertise in fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive environment for the incarcerated population, with significant achievements including securing $4.8 million in Opioid Settlement Response funding to combat substance use. Skilled in curriculum development, policy revision, and clinical oversight across multiple facilities, committed to enhancing recovery networks through innovative initiatives such as the Certified Peer Recovery Coach program. Actively engaged in collaborative efforts with community partners and government representatives to elevate treatment standards and improve healthcare service directives within the correctional system.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commissioned Officer, Captain-Company Commander
United States Army (Reserve)
08.2014 - Current
- Lead soldiers in a combat role, maintain accountability of several million dollars of equipment, develop operation plans for the Company and higher echelons, conduct physical fitness training, and ensure all training of soldiers is current. Maintain personal training and fitness levels to set standards for soldiers.
Director, Addiction Recovery Services
New Castle Correctional Facility
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed the Recovery While Incarcerated Program with five Addiction Recovery Staff and approximately 3,200 incarcerated individuals spanning four separate facilities. Conduced clinical assessments, provided oversight for the Sober Living Environment, program enrollment, special needs release planning, and continuing education training for department staff.
Addiction Recovery Specialist
New Castle Correctional Facility
10.2014 - 02.2020
- Instructed group treatment classes for incarcerated individuals with a drug or alcohol addiction, prepared treatment plans, assisted with re-entry back into the community, and submited all work to the State of Indiana to meet deadlines.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Public Health
American Military University
01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Cincinnati
05.2003
Skills
- Self-sufficient and professionally presented
- Effective time management
- Diverse areas of knowledge that relate to an array of individuals
- Experience working in correctional environment with positive results
- Skilled at problem solving and improving working conditions focused on compliance with State laws and policies
- Proficient use of State databases utilized for treatment tracking
- Extensive experience with adhering to State policy and clinical documentation
- Treatment curriculum development experience
- Grant writing to secure multi-million dollar funding for treatment resources
- Contract negotiation with community partners
- Experienced presenter to audiences including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, legislators, community partners and IDOC staff and contractors
Accomplishments
Wrote and published the first policy guidance and job description for the use of Certified Peer Recovery Coaches within the correctional setting in Indiana. Created the budget and secured the largest funding source in history for substance use treatment within the correctional setting in Indiana.
Certification
- Active CADAC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor) II
- Pending MATS (Medication Assisted Treatment) Certification
- Women in Leadership Academy 2024
- Behind the Wall Mentor 2024
Timeline
Director, Addiction Recovery Services
New Castle Correctional Facility
02.2020 - 07.2021
Addiction Recovery Specialist
New Castle Correctional Facility
10.2014 - 02.2020
Commissioned Officer, Captain-Company Commander
United States Army (Reserve)
08.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Cincinnati
Master of Science - Master of Public Health
American Military University
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