Melanie Acevedo

• The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate I (CRPA I) functions as a member of an individual’s treatment team to assist with the outreach, support and coordination of care for eligible service recipients. The CRPA I will serve as a role model and/or health coachfor clients. The CRPA I is also responsible for assisting with the promotion of the Agency and its programs in the community, and will work with existing agency personnel and a variety of outside agencies to provide education on the existence of drug and alcohol use prevention services.
• Provide outreach to clients in order to facilitate their engagement in services and offer additional supports so they can successfully participate in Medication-Assisted Treatment and mobile services in the community.
• Provide health coaching and recovery support, especially on issues of self-advocacy, wellness self-management, medication adherence, smoking cessation, entitlements, and daily living activities.
• Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely and accurate manner as per policy and procedure.
• Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions.
• Acts as a resource/consultant to all team members on issues related to substance abuse
• Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan.
• Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed.
• Provides crisis intervention and follow-up.
• Represent the Agency in a professional and knowledgeable manner
• Report and work under the direction of the director(s)
• Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results

• Oversight of all crews and Productions
• Provided high-quality Freelance photography services for various clients, worldwide.
• Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and deliver images that met or exceeded expectations. Clients include Dove, Delta Airlines, Virgin, Vanity Fair, People, Esquire, GQ, Conde Naste Traveler, Lands End, Pottery Barn, L.L. Bean, Martha Stewart Living.
• Managed the end-to-end process of photo shoots, from initial planning to final delivery of edited images.
• Developed and maintained an extensive portfolio and client base, leading to consistent work opportunities and positive client feedback. Subjects include Tracy Ellis- Ross, Michelle Obama, Brad Pitt, Kevin Costner, Meg Ryan and Anderson Cooper. Successfully manage and operate a full-service photography business, overseeing all operations including client consultations, photo shoots, post-production, and business administration.
• Established brand identity through targeted marketing strategies and visual storytelling.
• Managed client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction throughout projects.
• Oversaw scheduling and logistics for photoshoots, optimizing resource allocation and timeline adherence.
• Mentored junior photographers, providing guidance on technique, composition, and customer interaction skills.
• Leveraged social media platforms to promote services, increasing online engagement and brand visibility.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
• Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.

• Published 'The Authentics' through Clarkson Potter, a notable imprint of Random House Books.
• Showcased the exquisite interiors of influential figures in art, design, and fashion globally.
• Featured prominent personalities such as Jonathan Adler, Christian Louboutin, and Kelly Wearstler.
• Contributed to a narrative that highlights the intersection of creativity and personal space.
• Engaged with industry leaders to capture authentic stories behind their stunning homes.

Conducted in-depth research to gather insights on featured personalities and their artistic journeys.

• Facilitated impactful meetings as chairperson, collaborating with officers and securing speakers.
• Organized and led meetings at Nassau Women's Prison, fostering community support.
• Leveraged 35 years of personal recovery experience with AA, NA, and Al-anon.
• Utilized knowledge of rehabilitation centers and outpatient programs to enhance recovery efforts.
• Applied expertise in Medically Assisted Recovery to support individuals in need.