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Jenna Tremblay - Reilly

Jenna Tremblay - Reilly

East Greenwich,RI

Summary

An empathetic Expressive Arts Therapy and Drama Therapy Mental Health Counselor highly accomplished in emergency crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Genuine and accommodating while assisting clients in need of emotional and psychological support.


A Creative Drama and Musical Theatre Teacher with 17 years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and experiential learning and progressive pedagogy. Committed to promoting intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of students. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.

Overview

62
62
years of professional experience

Work History

Outpatient Clincian

R.I.S.E Counseling & Wellness
10.2021 - Current

R.I.S.E. Counseling & Wellness is a Mental Health Counseling practice in Swansea, MA with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in working with individuals, groups and communities to improve mental health dysfunctions by discussing emotions and experiences, then prescribing custom holistic solutions. Mental Health Counselors at R.I.S.E. Counseling & Wellness perform assessments and diagnostics, psychotherapy, treatment planning, and crisis management. Counseling practices include listening compassionately, analyzing emotions and experiences, determining client goals and insights, developing holistic therapeutic strategies for good mental health.

  • Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
  • Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.

Teacher, Performing Arts Chair, Artistic Director

Barrington Christian Academy
09.2015 - Current

Barrington Christian Academy is a regional K-12 Christian college-preparatory school, dedicated to the vision that BCA students and graduates will lead by serving in every arena of society with passion, skill, integrity and faith.

  • Providing Artistic Direction for the Performing Arts Program for annual high school play and musical, middle and high school showcase, 8th grade musical, lower school Christmas musical and teaching acting classes.
  • Teaching 9-12th grade public speaking, Middle School Acting and Musical Theatre, Life Skills for Freshman,Acting I & II, Advanced Acting, Musical Theatre I & II. Supervising students in independent studies including set design, theatre tech and dance.
  • Administrator for Social Emotional Learning utilizing results for Panorama Education platform, creating interventions based on the needs of each grade.

CCS Clinican

Child & Family Services
06.2020 - Current

Child & Family Services strengthens families and the communities in which they live. Child & Family’s mission… “to heal and strengthen the lives of children and families” is built on the following beliefs: Communities thrive when supported by strong families; Society is strengthened by ensuring that children and families attain their full potential; Families are the foundation of a strong community and are essential to a healthy society; Families have the right to raise children in a safe and nurturing environment; Every person has inherent worth and dignity;Clinical assessment in the Crisis Stabilization Services Unit.

  • Provides direct mid - high acuity patient care, individual and group sessions, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Expressive Arts Therapy and Drama Therapy Groups for adults through CCS. Person-centered, humanistic/ existential therapy approaches.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.

Teaching Artist & Choreographer

White Heron Theatre, WHSC Nantucket
01.2022 - 08.2022


  • Worked with staff members to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Created a Showcase and Solo Show Performances.

General Manager

White Heron Theatre, WHSC
03.2020 - 08.2022

White Heron Theatre was founded in New York and reborn on Nantucket, the White Heron's Theatre Company is to make theatre truly transformative. White Heron's Student Company is thrilled to engage students and the community in the study of theatrical disciplines by providing access to local and nationally recognized professional artists and arts institutions.

  • Responsible for administration and enrollment of the White Heron Student Company (WHSC).
  • Creating partnerships on island to facilitate relationships and awareness for the arts.
  • Worked with the Managing Director and Creative Director of White Heron Student Company to create a dynamic website.

House Manager

Rhode Island College
10.2016 - Current

The Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts is a multi-use facility that supports Rhode Island College's music, theatre and dance education programs as well as the presentation of professional performing artists and a wide range of community group activities.

  • Performance facilities include the 422-seat Sapinsley Hall, the 943-seat Auditorium in Roberts Hall, the flexible, black-box Forman Theatre, the Fannie Helen Melcer Dance Studio and the Little Theatre.
  • Preparing the space, managing the ushers, working with the box office and mitigating issues that arise between front and back of house.

Director

Arts Alive!
05.2016 - Current

Barrington Arts Alive is a 501(c)3 charitable organization providing an opportunity for children and teens to experience the performing arts through their schools and local community.

  • In working directly with parent-teacher organizations and community partners, Arts Alive creates a theatre arts experience through school productions, community theatre activities and workshops.
  • Shows include: 101 Dalmatians, Shrek, Legally Blonde, Alice In Wonderland, A "Moana/ Coco/ Pocahontas" Review, Dear Evan Hansen Scene Study, Revolution!: Hamilton, Newsies and Les Miserables

Resident Choreographer

The Pilgrim Players
09.2014 - Current

Choreographed the following musicals, Curtains, White Christmas, The Drowsy Chaperone, Cinderella, Nice Work If You Can Get It, Funny Girl, Anything Goes, Rock of Ages

  • Helped students understand proper dance technique and practical application including rhythm, leaps, turns and posture.
  • Teaching Pilates and implementing appropriate cross training for dancing in a musical
  • Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
  • Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.

Event Producer/ Performer

Ten31
11.2011 - Current

Ten31, is a company that "makes pretend." TEN31 is the premier provider of Living Art Performances for special events worldwide. We offer one of the largest living art collections available today and can customize any performance. With extensive experience in social, private, and corporate events, expect the best from TEN31’s team of producers, artists, and performers. Ten31 (Pawtucket, RI) TEN31 grew from a simple, powerful idea: art can be “brought to life” and provide emotionally inspiring entertainment. The human form is TEN31’s canvas.

  • Coordinate and produce artistic events, create an amazing client experience and/or perform as an artist for select events.

Emergency Services, Crisis Stabilization Intern

Child & Family Services
01.2018 - 05.2020

Clinical training/assessment in Emergency Services Program and the Crisis Stabilization Services Unit provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions Led Expressive Arts Therapy Groups for adults through CCS, Community Based Acute Treatment (CBAT). Clinical training in working with children and adolescents ages 4-17 years of age.

  • Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions Assist in the management of patient treatment. Led Expressive Arts Therapy and Drama Therapy interventions in a group setting.

Internship Coordinator, Skills for RI

Rhode Island Youth Theatre
04.2020 - 09.2021
  • Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
  • Assisted with marketing, advertising, PR and student and faculty outreach efforts to drive internship and education program growth.
  • Spearheaded outreach activities within South County Rhode Island to expand educational opportunities and promote internship programs and services.

Young PlayRIYTs Coordinator

Rhode Island Youth Theatre
10.2019 - 04.2020

Rhode Island Youth Theatre offers a wide variety of theatre programs to children and teens, enabling them to CREATE, PERFORM, and EXPERIENCE exceptional theatre.

  • Creating new works written, produced and performed by students in RIYT .

Guest Teaching Artist/ Director

Narragansett Department Of Recreation
07.2019 - 08.2019

Working with middle schoolers to create mini shows and skits from larger tales and stories.

  • Presenting those works within a showcase format with costumes and suggested scenery to set the scene for the audience.

HR Assistant – Director Secretary

Southcoast Hospitals Group
07.2014 - 04.2016

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system with multiple access points, offering an integrated continuum of health services throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

  • Plan and coordinate logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings and staff events.
  • Order and distribute office supplies while adhering to a fixed budget.
  • Manage office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep.

Interim Executive Assistant/ Events & Sales Administrator

Spherion Staffing
02.2014 - 07.2014
  • Served as the point person, scheduled internal planning meeting as necessary and tracks tasks against deadlines and dependencies to ensure completion prior to an event or show.
  • Coordinated and assisted all national and international company event planning and travel logistics (airlines, hotel, car and entertainment reservations).
  • Provided support materials for staff events, sales meetings and trade shows.
  • Managed weekly catalog inventory through shipping and online ordering.
  • Assisted with customer service and administrative tasks to resolve sales rep and staff issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.

Interim Virtual Bookkeeper

Balanced Yoga Studio
01.2013 - 07.2014

Balanced Yoga in New Haven, CT offers a variety of classes at Balanced because there is the sacred believe in the intrinsic healing power of all forms of asana as well as the lifestyle lived by the yogi/yogini.

  • Designate accounts, Quickbooks, submit P& L’s, filling, reporting and taxes.

Business Development Executive

The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
08.2012 - 06.2013

Providing unrivaled partner services and lead regional growth through body and effective advocacy. Serving the Greater New Haven, CT community.

  • Grew the membership base at The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce.
  • Promoted events, lectures and luncheons to bring value to NHCC clients.
  • Forged new business relationships and offered viable leads to each small business.
  • Established a strategy to get more clients from the Health Care sector more engaged in our programming.

Substitute Teacher

New Bedford Public Schools
09.2013 - 01.2014

NBPS are committed to developing a community of learners who are academically proficient, demonstrate strong character and exhibit self-confidence.

  • Focusing on academic excellence and student achievement.
  • Working with students’ grades K-5 in all subject areas as a specialist in Art and Theatre.

Elective Collective Teacher/ Mentor

Amistad – Elm City High School
09.2010 - 06.2013

Amistad is a college-preparatory public charter school in New Haven, CT. Achievement First Amistad High provides a life- altering education that prepares students for the opportunities and responsibilities they will face in college and beyond.

  • Established a Musical Theatre Curriculum; maintained rigorous course standards, students grade 9-12.
  • Created a focused learning environment with open communication and personalized attention for each student.
  • Committed to robust student programming through Musical Theatre and Public Speaking while teaching REACH values (Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship and Hard work).

Operations Manager

Bikram Yoga New Haven
2008 - 2012

Bikram Yoga New Haven, True Yoga, effectively provides the motivation of the personal training experience, the social experience of the gym and the stress relief and mental clarity that takes it from a fitness regime to a lifestyle of health and wellness.

  • Supervised day-to-day operations, general upkeep and maintenance of yoga studio.
  • Implemented payroll, facilitated bank deposits, withdrawals and opened and properly distributed incoming mail.
  • Generated credit card and cash sale reports.
  • Increased office’s scope, reaching new and previously targeted audiences through marketing to diverse groups while maintaining active relationships with vendors and distributor representatives.
  • Event planning for competitions, 30-day challenges, visiting teachers’ classes, workshops and parties while facilitating associated travel and logistical arrangements.
  • Delegated day-to-day responsibilities for Work Study students.
  • Completed and tracked data entry, maintained the tracking system in Mindbody Online Software Concurrent Project Work, Private, sole proprietor company that represents various spirit brands and believes that staff should look up products, sample products and provide accurate reports for sale analysis.

Asst. Company Manager/Systems Development Manager

Long Wharf Theatre
06.2007 - 01.2010

LWT is a regional, Off-Broadway theatre, an organization of international renown producing an annual season of six plays on its two stages, along with children's programming, new play workshops and a variety of special events for an annual audience exceeding 100,000.

  • Audited Company Management budget, expense reports and requests for capital expenditures.
  • Balanced weekly cash reports using Accufund.
  • Created housing action and maintenance binder, kept storage inventory and created welcome baskets for guests of the theatre.
  • Maintained relationships with the management and maintenance staff at two apartment buildings in addition to outside vendors.
  • Managed 20 apartments that housed our guest artists, adhering to strict guidelines put forth by Actors Equity Association.
  • Coordinated guest artists’ transportation.
  • Assisted various playwrights, actors and director on their productions.
  • Managed departmental database (Raiser’s Edge) and filing systems to record and track proposals, contributions and correspondence.
  • Organized database, which included 1600 new unique Business Circle relationships.
  • Managed two major annual fundraising auctions including the live radio auction involving 1100 vendors, and the gala fundraiser auction that, in 2009, raised over $80,000, $40,000 from the silent auction and $40,000 from the live auction (60% over our original forecast).
  • Also, solicited local businesses and donors for ad-journal.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling & Expressive Arts Therapy

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

Rhode Island College
05.2006

Leadership, Professional And Personal Growth

Synergy Education
New York
09.2012

Skills

  • Adaptability & ability to adjust and reprioritize based on company needs
  • Organization and Time management
  • Teambuilding & Leadership Training
  • Organization, Detail Oriented & Responsible
  • MS Office and Teams
  • Website Creation
  • Social Emotional Learning Administrator
  • Self-motivated professional

Affiliations

  • 2020 & 2021 Skills RI Summer 2020 Business Coach for the EMPOWER RI Intern Program
  • Current Member at Bridgepointe Church in East Providence, RI, serving on the Production Team
  • Current Member of the Parent/ Teacher Fellowship at Barrington Christian Academy
  • Member of RI EdTA
  • Member of the Lesley University quarterly Theatre Crawl
  • Member of the NADTA, North American Drama Therapy Association
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention & CPR Certified

Timeline

Teaching Artist & Choreographer

White Heron Theatre, WHSC Nantucket
01.2022 - 08.2022

Outpatient Clincian

R.I.S.E Counseling & Wellness
10.2021 - Current

CCS Clinican

Child & Family Services
06.2020 - Current

Internship Coordinator, Skills for RI

Rhode Island Youth Theatre
04.2020 - 09.2021

General Manager

White Heron Theatre, WHSC
03.2020 - 08.2022

Young PlayRIYTs Coordinator

Rhode Island Youth Theatre
10.2019 - 04.2020

Guest Teaching Artist/ Director

Narragansett Department Of Recreation
07.2019 - 08.2019

Emergency Services, Crisis Stabilization Intern

Child & Family Services
01.2018 - 05.2020

House Manager

Rhode Island College
10.2016 - Current

Director

Arts Alive!
05.2016 - Current

Teacher, Performing Arts Chair, Artistic Director

Barrington Christian Academy
09.2015 - Current

Resident Choreographer

The Pilgrim Players
09.2014 - Current

HR Assistant – Director Secretary

Southcoast Hospitals Group
07.2014 - 04.2016

Interim Executive Assistant/ Events & Sales Administrator

Spherion Staffing
02.2014 - 07.2014

Substitute Teacher

New Bedford Public Schools
09.2013 - 01.2014

Interim Virtual Bookkeeper

Balanced Yoga Studio
01.2013 - 07.2014

Business Development Executive

The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
08.2012 - 06.2013

Event Producer/ Performer

Ten31
11.2011 - Current

Elective Collective Teacher/ Mentor

Amistad – Elm City High School
09.2010 - 06.2013

Asst. Company Manager/Systems Development Manager

Long Wharf Theatre
06.2007 - 01.2010

Operations Manager

Bikram Yoga New Haven
2008 - 2012

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling & Expressive Arts Therapy

Lesley University

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

Rhode Island College

Leadership, Professional And Personal Growth

Synergy Education
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