Experience

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  Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts

  • Holyoke, Massachusetts

  • Facilities Manager

    • Oct 2017 - Present
    • Holyoke, Massachusetts

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  City of Chicopee

  • Superintendent of Parks and Recreation

    • Jul 2014 - Oct 2017

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  Franklin Hampshire Career Center

  • Northampton & Greenfield Mass

  • Disability Resource Coordinator

    • Jun 2013 - Jul 2014
    • Northampton & Greenfield Mass

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  East Longmeadow Recreation Department

  • Town of East Longmeadow

  • Director of Recreation

    • Jun 2006 - Jul 2012
    • Town of East Longmeadow

    Responsible for operations of all youth sports organizations in Town of East Longmeadow. Developed recreation program opportunities for preschool thru adulthood. Operated a summer day program which served over 200 kids a week. Responsible for all budgetary tasks associated with program operations. Partnered with Schools and DPW to provide the best service to Town.

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  City of Holyoke Parks and Recreation Department

  • Holyoke, MA

  • Director of Parks and Recreation

    • Jan 2003 - Jun 2006
    • Holyoke, MA

    Restored recreation as a priority to the Department by developing new programs for youth and adults. Operated a sports complex and concession as a revenue generating entity. Networked with numerous community based non-profit agencies to maximize recreational opportunities for all. Modernized all operational systems and department policies. Evaluated, planned and developed parks and playgrounds.

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  Brightside for Children and Families inc.

  • West Springfield, MA

  • Director of Therapeutic Recreation

    • 1991 - 2001
    • West Springfield, MA

    Introduced and developed the first therapeutic recreation program for children ages 6-18. Designed wide variety leisure and sport activities. Provided training for staff, college interns and volunteers. Managed summer pool operations. Full adminisrative responsibilities including budgeting, purchasing, and grant writing.

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  New Medico Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Facility

  • Northampton MA

  • Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

    • 1986 - 1990
    • Northampton MA

    Completed individual assessments of patient's leisure history, recreational interests, and functionality, in conjunction with a clinical treatment team. Designed personalized treatment plans to develop leisure activites transferable to lifestyle post treatment. Assisted with community integration utilizing public and private recreational resources. Facilitated group activities for social skills, cognitive stimulation, bonding and morale.