Experience

HUTCHINGS PSYCHIATRIC CENTER

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Risk Manager / Utilization Review Coordinator

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  Recreational Therapist, Program Coordinator (from 1/2016-11/2020). Plan and implement recreational and therapeutic programming, such as Stress Management, Music, Expressive Art, Leisure Education, and Skill Development. Also, coordinate on and off campus outing such as Walk Fit and Gym/Pool, Art Studio and Library groups. Work with the rehab. department to develop special events for the patients and staff on campus. Work with the team to develop appropriate individualized programming for… Show more Recreational Therapist, Program Coordinator (from 1/2016-11/2020). Plan and implement recreational and therapeutic programming, such as Stress Management, Music, Expressive Art, Leisure Education, and Skill Development. Also, coordinate on and off campus outing such as Walk Fit and Gym/Pool, Art Studio and Library groups. Work with the rehab. department to develop special events for the patients and staff on campus. Work with the team to develop appropriate individualized programming for patients, and an overall programming schedule for the Unit. Oversee the functioning of the unit programming, including providing coverage when needed. Maintain weekly and monthly progress notes for a case load. Encourage patients to participate in recreational and therapeutic programming while demonstrating appropriate behaviors. Attend daily meetings with team to discuss the days events. Risk Manager/ Utilization Review Coordinator (November 2020-Present)- Involves identifying and assessing various types of risks within a psychiatric hospital. Design strategies to minimize risk and identify what could go wrong and its impact on the facility and patient care. Ability to work under pressure and able to adapt to things changing quickly and last minute. Work interdisciplinary to develop the best plan possible to address a particular situation. Participate in weekly meeting to present incident reviews and findings. Work with the Utilization Review department to review patient charts and document any deficiencies within the chart. Assist in preparing the facility for Joint Commission Survey. Show less Recreational Therapist, Program Coordinator (from 1/2016-11/2020). Plan and implement recreational and therapeutic programming, such as Stress Management, Music, Expressive Art, Leisure Education, and Skill Development. Also, coordinate on and off campus outing such as Walk Fit and Gym/Pool, Art Studio and Library groups. Work with the rehab. department to develop special events for the patients and staff on campus. Work with the team to develop appropriate individualized programming for… Show more Recreational Therapist, Program Coordinator (from 1/2016-11/2020). Plan and implement recreational and therapeutic programming, such as Stress Management, Music, Expressive Art, Leisure Education, and Skill Development. Also, coordinate on and off campus outing such as Walk Fit and Gym/Pool, Art Studio and Library groups. Work with the rehab. department to develop special events for the patients and staff on campus. Work with the team to develop appropriate individualized programming for patients, and an overall programming schedule for the Unit. Oversee the functioning of the unit programming, including providing coverage when needed. Maintain weekly and monthly progress notes for a case load. Encourage patients to participate in recreational and therapeutic programming while demonstrating appropriate behaviors. Attend daily meetings with team to discuss the days events. Risk Manager/ Utilization Review Coordinator (November 2020-Present)- Involves identifying and assessing various types of risks within a psychiatric hospital. Design strategies to minimize risk and identify what could go wrong and its impact on the facility and patient care. Ability to work under pressure and able to adapt to things changing quickly and last minute. Work interdisciplinary to develop the best plan possible to address a particular situation. Participate in weekly meeting to present incident reviews and findings. Work with the Utilization Review department to review patient charts and document any deficiencies within the chart. Assist in preparing the facility for Joint Commission Survey. Show less



Liverpool school District

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Winterguard Instructor/ Director

  • Nov 2010 - Jan 2017

  Color guard instructor and Director for individual ages 10-17. Teach technique, performance etiquette, fitness and nutrition. Plan, design and implement a show concept for students to perform. Frequent communication with all staff, parents and school district. Color guard instructor and Director for individual ages 10-17. Teach technique, performance etiquette, fitness and nutrition. Plan, design and implement a show concept for students to perform. Frequent communication with all staff, parents and school district.



CENTRAL NEW YORK PSYCHIATRIC CENTER

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Recreation Therapist/Treatment Mall Coordinator

  • Jan 2013 - Jan 2016

  Recreational Therapist. Plan and implement Recreational groups, such as Nutrition, Art Room Offerings, Activity Center Offering, and Leisure Groups. Work with an interdisciplinary team to implement the best schedule of events for the residents. Maintain Quarterly Progress Notes for assigned residents. Encourage Residents to participate in recreational activities while maintaining appropriate… Show more Recreational Therapist. Plan and implement Recreational groups, such as Nutrition, Art Room Offerings, Activity Center Offering, and Leisure Groups. Work with an interdisciplinary team to implement the best schedule of events for the residents. Maintain Quarterly Progress Notes for assigned residents. Encourage Residents to participate in recreational activities while maintaining appropriate boundaries and positive pro-social skills. Treatment Mall Coordinator. Design and implement therapeutic programming schedules for both clinical staff and residents. Work with clinical and rehab staff to ensure that groups are placed to fit the needs of both the staff and residents. Maintain communication and coordination with Tx Mall activity. Show less Recreational Therapist. Plan and implement Recreational groups, such as Nutrition, Art Room Offerings, Activity Center Offering, and Leisure Groups. Work with an interdisciplinary team to implement the best schedule of events for the residents. Maintain Quarterly Progress Notes for assigned residents. Encourage Residents to participate in recreational activities while maintaining appropriate… Show more Recreational Therapist. Plan and implement Recreational groups, such as Nutrition, Art Room Offerings, Activity Center Offering, and Leisure Groups. Work with an interdisciplinary team to implement the best schedule of events for the residents. Maintain Quarterly Progress Notes for assigned residents. Encourage Residents to participate in recreational activities while maintaining appropriate boundaries and positive pro-social skills. Treatment Mall Coordinator. Design and implement therapeutic programming schedules for both clinical staff and residents. Work with clinical and rehab staff to ensure that groups are placed to fit the needs of both the staff and residents. Maintain communication and coordination with Tx Mall activity. Show less


SUNY Cortland
• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• Student

  • Jan 2009 - May 2012


Hutching Psychiatric Center

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Internship

  • Sep 2011 - Dec 2011

  Completed over 480 hours at the Member Support Services Rehabilitation Department, at Hutchings Psychiatric Center. Took on the responsibilities of a Recreation Therapist employed at MSS, which included: completing intake and functional assessments, design and implementation of programming for groups, leading scheduled groups, service recording, interdisciplinary communication, communication with members and attending staff training and workshops such as, Safety in the Community and… Show more Completed over 480 hours at the Member Support Services Rehabilitation Department, at Hutchings Psychiatric Center. Took on the responsibilities of a Recreation Therapist employed at MSS, which included: completing intake and functional assessments, design and implementation of programming for groups, leading scheduled groups, service recording, interdisciplinary communication, communication with members and attending staff training and workshops such as, Safety in the Community and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). *Student Observation Show less Completed over 480 hours at the Member Support Services Rehabilitation Department, at Hutchings Psychiatric Center. Took on the responsibilities of a Recreation Therapist employed at MSS, which included: completing intake and functional assessments, design and implementation of programming for groups, leading scheduled groups, service recording, interdisciplinary communication, communication with members and attending staff training and workshops such as, Safety in the Community and… Show more Completed over 480 hours at the Member Support Services Rehabilitation Department, at Hutchings Psychiatric Center. Took on the responsibilities of a Recreation Therapist employed at MSS, which included: completing intake and functional assessments, design and implementation of programming for groups, leading scheduled groups, service recording, interdisciplinary communication, communication with members and attending staff training and workshops such as, Safety in the Community and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). *Student Observation Show less



Behavioral Health Care

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Student Observation

  • Mar 2011 - Apr 2011

  Observed a Certified Recreation Therapist for 20 hours. Observed many groups by the CRTS and other counselors. Prepared and lead a Leisure Education group. Conducted an observation and interview with a client. Observed a Certified Recreation Therapist for 20 hours. Observed many groups by the CRTS and other counselors. Prepared and lead a Leisure Education group. Conducted an observation and interview with a client.



Town of Clay

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Independent Contractor/Dance

  • Oct 2008 - May 2010

  Independent Contractor- Dance instructor for individuals ages 3-10. Taught the art of ballet and jazz dancing, while focusing on proper technique. Produced and directed an end of the year recital to showcase the progress and work of the students. Worked with the Town of Clay and other involved locations to ensure a positive experience for growth and development of both the program, and students Independent Contractor- Dance instructor for individuals ages 3-10. Taught the art of ballet and jazz dancing, while focusing on proper technique. Produced and directed an end of the year recital to showcase the progress and work of the students. Worked with the Town of Clay and other involved locations to ensure a positive experience for growth and development of both the program, and students