Starter Resource Ideas for Rizen Recovery

1. One-Page Guides / Checklists (Quick Wins)

  • Summerville Behavioral Health Center, Summerville, SC – As a supervisor, Vincent introduced crisis intervention techniques for residents and clients with emotional and behavioral disorders. He developed social and recreational activities for diverse populations with varying abilities and provided empathetic guidance and life-skills instruction.

  • Phoenix Recovery Support Services, Canton, OH – As Program Coordinator, he implemented individualized daily service plans, provided life-skills counseling for former criminal offenders and recovering addicts, and built productive relationships with parole officers, judges, and community leaders.

  • NYU Metro Center School of Education, New York, NY – Earlier in his career, Vincent served as Site Coordinator for NYU’s Extended Day Initiative, administering a comprehensive after-school program where, under his leadership, reading ability increased for more than 35% of participating students.

2. Faith-Inspired Tools

  • “Resurrection in Every Journey: A 7-Day Reflection Guide” – Scripture + journaling

    prompts for those in recovery.

  • “Prayers for Resilience” – Short prayers Vincent could share with clients or ministry partners.

  • “Faith & Recovery Conversation Cards” – A printable resource for small groups.

3. Workforce & Life-Skills Resources

  • “Workplace Readiness Checklist” – Soft skills, communication tips, teamwork basics.

  • “Conflict Resolution Roadmap” – Steps for de-escalating disagreements at work or home.

  • “Goal-Setting Worksheet” – SMART goals template with examples.

4. Community / Partner Resources

  • “How to Support a Loved One in Recovery” – Do’s and Don’ts for families and friends.

  • “Recovery Ministry Starter Guide” – For churches or groups wanting to launch small recovery ministries (drawn from his Upper Room leadership).

  • “When to Seek Help” – A simple decision chart for spotting red flags in mental health or addiction.

5. Signature Anchor Resource

One longer, cornerstone resource that sets the tone for Rizen Recovery:

  • e.g. “The Phoenix Path: 10 Steps to Rising in Recovery” – A branded 8–10 page PDF with Vincent’s voice, insights, and stories.