Matthew Ruttenberg
Hammond,IN
Summary
Dynamic Peer Recovery Specialist with a proven track record at South Suburban Council, skilled in motivational interviewing and relapse prevention. Expert in developing recovery plans and fostering client relationships, enhancing community engagement and empowerment. Committed to legal compliance and maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring clients receive the support they need for successful recovery journeys.
Experienced recovery professional with strong background in peer support and mental health services. Known for effective team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in crisis intervention, advocacy, and motivational interviewing. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring high standards are consistently met.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Recovery Specialist
South Suburban Council
04.2024 - Current
- Facilitated peer support groups to enhance recovery skills and promote community engagement.
- Assisted clients in setting personal goals and navigating recovery challenges effectively.
- Developed educational materials on substance use disorders for client awareness and empowerment.
- Provided resources and referrals to clients for mental health and substance abuse services.
- Conduct client assessments to determine recovery needs and connect individuals to appropriate services.
- Administer and document drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with agency and state guidelines.
- Perform property and room searches to ensure a safe, substance-free environment.
- Conducted outreach efforts to connect with underserved populations in the community.
- Monitored client progress and offered encouragement to maintain motivation during recovery journeys.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records and reports. Ensuring all state and federal laws are upheld.
Area Manager of Operations
Nancys Pizza
05.2014 - 02.2020
- Managed daily operations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Developed training programs for staff to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement among team members.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate cooks, lead cooks, and store managers, fostering teamwork and high performance.
- Managing scheduling, labor cost, and inventory control to maximize efficiency and profitability.
- Addressing staffing needs through hiring, coaching, and dispensary action when necessary.
District Manager
Bulldog's Ale House
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Led district-wide initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that increased market share in competitive regions.
- Mentored and trained management teams to ensure adherence to corporate policies and operational standards.
- Analyzed sales data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
- Ensure all staff-from cooks to management-perform their duties correctly, efficiently, and in alignment with company standers.
Education
No Degree -
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILCPRSS/CRSS - Substance And Mental Health Abuse
Governors State University
University Park, IL03-2025
High School Diploma -
Dundee Crown High School
Carpentersville, IL06-2009
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Self-care techniques
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Resource navigation
- Recovery planning
- Substance abuse
- Documentation
- Client relationship building
- providing one-on-one and group groups these range from a simple NA/AA meeting, anger management groups, 12 step program, and short-term and long-term recovery plans
- Legal compliance
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of twenty in the development of long term sobriety program.
- Documented and resolved substance /mental health clients which led to over 60 clients at once getting sober.
Certification
- Certified Peer support specialist
- Certified CPRSS/CRSS
- motivational Interviewing, South Suburban Council.
- Mental Health First Aid for adults/children certified.
- South Suburban Council Code of conduct certification.
- Narcan certified.
Timeline
Peer Recovery Specialist
South Suburban Council
04.2024 - Current
Area Manager of Operations
Nancys Pizza
05.2014 - 02.2020
District Manager
Bulldog's Ale House
06.2012 - 04.2014
No Degree -
Northern Illinois University
CPRSS/CRSS - Substance And Mental Health Abuse
Governors State University
High School Diploma -
Dundee Crown High School