Renee Rithianos
Little Egg Harbor,NJ
Summary
Dynamic leader and Peer Recovery Specialist, adept in community service and relationship building. Excelled at Hearts of Mercy by spearheading fundraising efforts and enhancing program success. Proven track record in team collaboration and leadership, with a commitment to providing impactful community outreach and support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Sea Change RCO
07.2024 - Current
- Provided hand-ons support with special events and programs such as 100 Ways of Recovery, Overdose Awareness, and street/mobile outreaches.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to outreach participants.
- Supervised volunteers and fundraiser tabling.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Helped clients navigate social services systems and access needed resources.
- Community outreach to offer peer support, Harm Reduction education, safer supplies, linkage to addiction treatment, clinical services, etc.
Program Director
Hearts of Mercy
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to secure resources necessary for program sustainability and success.
- Improved tutoring/art program by laying out framework and defining roles.
Volunteer
Angels of Hope
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Worked with community organizations and members to expand outreach.
- Supported underprivileged families and homeless populations with the distribution of essential supplies, improving their living conditions.
- Collaborated with local organizations to provide food and necessities to individuals and families in need.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Provided support to clients in navigating available resources.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
Education
GED -
Pinelands Regional High School
Little Egg Harbor, NJ05-1999
Skills
- Peer Recovery Specialist course completion as of Oct 2024
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Peer Recovery Specialist certification ongoing
- Organized and Efficient
- Leadership Qualities
- Community Service
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Volunteer
Sea Change RCO
07.2024 - Current
Program Director
Hearts of Mercy
08.2021 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Angels of Hope
04.2015 - 04.2018
GED -
Pinelands Regional High School
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