Ashley Rogenski
Wallingford,CT
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience as a Recreation Therapist at the State Of Connecticut Department of Correction. Demonstrated success in enhancing offender rehabilitation through innovative therapy sessions and exceptional teamwork skills. Successfully implemented therapeutic programs that enhanced patient well-being and promoted physical and mental health. Proficient in adaptive programming and empathy development, significantly improving client motivation and participation. Skilled in creating effective, individualized treatment plans, showcasing a commitment to excellence and positive outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Therapist
State Of Connecticut Department Of Correction
01.2022 - Current
- Recorded and monitored offender progress to document responses to therapy.
- Educated offenders on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote teambuilding recreation.
- Organized special events to promote integration and socialization opportunities for offenders.
- Improved offender participation by adapting activities based on their interests, preferences, strengths, and limitations.
- Increased offender motivation by incorporating creative modalities such as art, or sports into therapy sessions.
- Worked closely with other staff to explain treatment plans, objectives and expected outcomes.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Organized recreation programs congruent with participants' goals, abilities and personal interests.
Judicial Marshal
State Of Connecticut, Judicial Department
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Enhanced public safety by conducting patrols and surveillance in assigned areas.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively by using de-escalation tactics before resorting to force, reducing the risk of injury or escalation.
- Developed emergency management plans for various situations, increasing preparedness for potential crises.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
ACES
06.2012 - 01.2019
- Improved challenging behaviors by implementing function-based intervention plans in collaboration with other professionals.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Supported clients transitions between educational settings by working closely with schools to develop appropriate accommodations and modifications based on individual needs.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients, addressing specific behavioral concerns and goals.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to parents, empowering them to effectively implement ABA techniques at home.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support for clients and their families.
- Enhanced client progress by utilizing evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis techniques in therapy sessions.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting intervention strategies as needed to ensure continued growth and development.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Applied Psychology
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CTSkills
- Physical fitness
- Activity planning
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Adaptive programming
- Empathy development
- Individualized treatment
- Leisure education
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- CPR Certification
- NARCAN certification
Timeline
Recreation Therapist
State Of Connecticut Department Of Correction
01.2022 - Current
Judicial Marshal
State Of Connecticut, Judicial Department
01.2019 - 01.2022
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
ACES
06.2012 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Applied Psychology
Gateway Community College
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