Angelina Burnett
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic Peer Recovery Specialist with a proven track record at Next Chapter Sober Living, adept in relapse prevention and motivational interviewing. Skilled in resource navigation and fostering emotional resilience, I empower clients through compassionate support and effective communication, enhancing their recovery journeys and achieving personal goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
Next Chapter Sober Living
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated peer support groups, promoting recovery and shared experiences among residents.
- Provided guidance on coping strategies, enhancing emotional resilience in individuals facing addiction challenges.
- Assisted clients in navigating available resources, ensuring access to necessary support services.
- Collaborated with treatment teams to develop individualized recovery plans tailored to client needs.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and providing feedback for continuous improvement.
- Implemented best practices in crisis intervention, ensuring safety and well-being of residents during emergencies.
- Mentored new staff members, sharing knowledge and enhancing team effectiveness in supporting clients' recovery journeys.
- Supported clients in navigating social services systems to ensure access to necessary resources for successful recovery.
- Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing continuous emotional support and resources.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, preventing relapse and promoting continued growth in recovery.
- Maintained confidentiality while sharing success stories with other professionals to promote best practices in peer recovery roles.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening, understanding, and genuine connection during one-on-one sessions.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective communication skills, self-advocacy techniques, and coping strategies.
- Created a safe space for open dialogue among peers, encouraging shared experiences and mutual support during group sessions.
- Provided guidance to clients in developing personalized relapse prevention plans, increasing success rates and long-term stability.
- Conducted regular check-ins with clients, monitoring progress and addressing any barriers to recovery.
- Documented client interactions accurately and diligently, ensuring proper tracking of progress over time.
- Increased client engagement with treatment programs by facilitating group sessions and workshops.
- Developed resource materials such as tip sheets, educational handouts, or referral guides to assist clients throughout their journey toward lasting recovery.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA guidelines.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Tracked client participation in treatment services to identify attendance issues.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Administrative Assistant
WL Contractors Lumin8 Technologies
Arvada, CO
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for meetings and events to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed correspondence, ensuring timely responses and accurate communication across departments.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports and presentations, streamlining information dissemination processes.
- Organized office supplies inventory, optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs.
- Developed filing systems that improved document retrieval times and maintenance procedures.
- Supported project management tasks by tracking deadlines and ensuring adherence to timelines.
- Implemented best practices for data entry accuracy, contributing to enhanced record-keeping reliability.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss project progress and align objectives.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
- Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO04-2026
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Self-care techniques
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Peer support
- Resource navigation
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Boundary setting
Certification
Peer Recovery Coach Certification
Emergency Room Recovery Coach Certification
Justice Recovery Coach Certification
Ethical Considerations Certification
OSHA 30 General Industry
Mental Health First Aid Certificate
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
Next Chapter Sober Living
12.2025 - Current
Administrative Assistant
WL Contractors Lumin8 Technologies
04.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Colorado Technical University