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STEVEN ARAUJO

Glassboro,NJ

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience across retail management, event coordination, audio-visual technology, and recovery support. Proven expertise in leading teams, crisis management, and overseeing operations, including hiring, training, and loss prevention. Skilled in event planning, booking, promotion, and social media management, developed through years of experience as a touring musician. A compassionate and adaptable leader with a strong track record of helping individuals navigate the recovery process. Committed to delivering results and excellence in every role, with a focus on creating positive outcomes in both team and client environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Recovery Support Specialist

Recovery Centers of America
Mays Landing, NJ
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Supported individuals recovering from substance use disorders.
  • Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Assisted clients with developing life skills such as budgeting, job search strategies, and socialization techniques.
  • Recorded detailed reports of client encounters in digital health system.
  • Offered emotional support and guidance to clients experiencing difficulty navigating their recovery journey.
  • Was promoted to RSS Lead position where I was responsible for all the RSS' and their units.

Assistant Store Manager

AutoZone
Absecon, NJ
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Oversaw coaching and guidance of store employees to foster advancement in work operations
  • Reviewed inventory and sales records to prepare reports for management and budget departments
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions

Guitar&Bass

Session Musician
Jersey City, NJ
01.2016 - 02.2020
  • Collaborated with other musicians in multiple active projects.
  • Invited to play at Festivals and non-profit events throughout the east coast.
  • Regularly performed four hour gigs Fri-Sundays, at various bars and clubs.
  • Planned, booked, and performed an east coast tour.

Event Manager

Event Manager
New York, NY
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Booked events with several different venues and organizations
  • Responsible for negotiating wages for participating performers
  • Responsible for verifying venues had satisfactory PA systems and lighting equipment
  • At times responsible for setting up and running PA systems and available lighting

Audio Visual Technician

NYU
New York, NY
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Transported and installed equipment for weddings, concerts and other live events
  • Operated lights, sound and A/V equipment during live productions
  • Prepared sets with lighting and sound equipment to meet production specifications
  • Ran events throughout NYC and Northern NJ; everything from weddings and benefits to political campaigns

Education

Graphic Design -

Sussex County Community College
Newton, NJ
04.2017

Affiliations

  • Guitar Luthier
  • Pedal & Synth Circuits
  • Musician/Producer
  • Visual Artist
  • Photographer
  • Recording Engineer

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Portuguese
Full Professional

Timeline

Recovery Support Specialist

Recovery Centers of America
09.2023 - 08.2024

Assistant Store Manager

AutoZone
10.2021 - 02.2023

Audio Visual Technician

NYU
01.2018 - 02.2019

Guitar&Bass

Session Musician
01.2016 - 02.2020

Event Manager

Event Manager
01.2015 - 01.2020

Graphic Design -

Sussex County Community College

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