Christopher Zito
South Amboy,NJ
Summary
Certified peer recovery support specialist with expertise in developing personalized recovery plans, creating and facilitating prevention-oriented groups for adolescents. Strong background in crisis intervention and community resource coordination enhances support for individuals in recovery. Experienced in program and event development, adaptable to various environments and groups. Proven skills in effective communication, both one-on-one and in group settings, with a focus on active listening to foster meaningful relationships and promote positive outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Support Specialist & Data and Communications Coordinator
Community in Connection for Prevention and Recovery (CiC)
Franklin Township, USA
02.2026 - Current
- Delivered recovery coaching, peer support, resource navigation, and referral services to empower individuals and families facing substance use and mental health challenges.
- Facilitated recovery groups, trainings, workshops, and community presentations, enhancing understanding and support for diverse audiences.
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives, public education campaigns, and recovery programming, fostering partnerships with stakeholders across Somerset County.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, schools, law enforcement, nonprofits, workforce agencies, and community organizations.
- Manage program communications, marketing materials, social media content, event promotion, and community engagement efforts.
- Track program metrics, maintain databases, prepare reports, and support organizational data collection and quality improvement initiatives.
Certified Peer Recovery Mentor
Prevention Links – NJ4S Division @ Ray Lesniak Recovery High School
Roselle, USA
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Delivered peer recovery mentoring, goal planning, and case management for adolescents, enhancing their accountability and support in recovery.
- Created and facilitated individual and group recovery programming using trauma-informed and youth-centered approaches.
- Collaborated with educational team and outside service providers to coordinate warm hand-offs between different levels of care.
- Provided emotional support, crisis intervention, and advocacy services to students in moments of need.
- Maintained documentation, coordinated referrals, monitored student progress, and collaborated with educational and clinical teams.
- Collaborated in Continuing Quality Initiative to develop operational procedures that improved student engagement and reinforced harm reduction and recovery outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with chain-of-custody protocols for urine drug testing. for urine drug screening and supported program compliance requirements.
Technical Customer Support Supervisor
RT Event Productions
Remote, USA
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Led customer support operations, resolving complex technical issues in high-volume remote environment, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Managed escalated cases and customer communications, coordinating across departments to ensure timely resolution of issues.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely issue resolution and implementing process-focused support strategies.
Personal Care Assistant
Personal Preference Program
Sayreville, USA
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinated transportation, managed appointments, and assisted with daily living to enhance client independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI11-2025
Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Parlin, NJ01-2012
Skills
- Recovery support
- Case management
- Crisis de-escalation
- Motivational interviewing
- Mental health training
- Program management
- Program development
- Community outreach
- Community engagement strategies
- Stakeholder engagement
- Data management
- Quality assurance practices
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Google Workspace expertise
- Public speaking
- Group facilitation
- Self-care promotion
Certification
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), New Jersey
- Teen SMART Recovery Facilitator
- WRAP Seminar 1 & 2 Certified
- CPR and First-Aid Certified
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Stewards of Children: From Darkness to Light Certificate
Timeline
Recovery Support Specialist & Data and Communications Coordinator
Community in Connection for Prevention and Recovery (CiC)
02.2026 - Current
Certified Peer Recovery Mentor
Prevention Links – NJ4S Division @ Ray Lesniak Recovery High School
10.2024 - 02.2026
Technical Customer Support Supervisor
RT Event Productions
11.2022 - 06.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Personal Preference Program
10.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Johnson & Wales University
Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School