Bryan Hart
Des Moines
Summary
Experienced Recreation Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in Microsoft Word, Sales, Public Speaking, Time Management, and Teamwork. Strong community and social services professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Leisure Studies with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation from University of Iowa.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director
NeuroRestorative
Ankeny, IA
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Provided direction, leadership, and supervision of staff to ensure quality operations and services.
- Enforced company policies and procedures related to health care, safety, and program management.
- Reviewed and monitored the development and implementation of treatment and service delivery plans.
- Promoted relationships with families, case managers, and community professionals to enhance program visibility.
- Communicated with parents/guardians regarding participant progress and needs.
- Ensured and maintained licensure for all assigned programs and residential homes.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
NeuroRestorative
Ankeny, IA
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided therapeutic recreation-based treatment through individual and group sessions.
- Completed assessments and evaluations upon admission to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Trained paraprofessional staff in recreational therapy methods to promote participant growth.
- Maintained compliance with ATRA standards, federal, and state regulations.
- Advocated for therapeutic recreation practices through staff and family education.
Program Director
Balance Autism
Altoona, IA
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw contingency planning and operational performance for Adult Services.
- Collaborated with admissions and coordinators to identify and onboard new participants.
- Ensured documentation, programming, and compliance with oversight agencies and payers.
Program Coordinator
Balance Autism
Altoona, IA
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Implemented individualized program processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Managed hiring, training, and retention of program managers and autism associates.
- Oversaw care plan development and annual reviews.
- Monitored budgets and key business metrics for assigned areas.
- Led guardian relations and performance improvement initiatives.
Program Manager
Balance Autism
Altoona, IA
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed staff recruitment, selection, and retention for Adult Autism Services.
- Oversaw training and education for staff to support participants’ needs.
- Supported budgeting and resource planning for program operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies (Therapeutic Recreation Emphasis)
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2014
Skills
- Program management
- Staff supervision
- Treatment planning
- Community engagement
- Training and development
- Budget management
- Program evaluation
- Risk assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff development
Certification
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
- Certified Brain Injury Specialist – Trainer
- Mandatory Reporter (Iowa)
- Medication Manager
- Adult, Child, & Infant CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Program Director
NeuroRestorative
01.2024 - 10.2025
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
NeuroRestorative
05.2023 - 01.2024
Program Director
Balance Autism
01.2022 - 04.2023
Program Coordinator
Balance Autism
10.2020 - 01.2022
Program Manager
Balance Autism
11.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies (Therapeutic Recreation Emphasis)
University of Iowa