Rob Prohaska
Palos Heights,IL
Summary
Compassionate individual with an eclectic background of employment working with people. A strong and accountable professional who embraces simplicity. A very caring individual with a passion for assisting others in achieving desired personal or professional objectives. A highly goal oriented individual that understands and embraces challenges to strengthen personal character and resiliency. Job focused to work with others to create a stronger sense of self and a better self perspective.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lifework Counseling
07.2017 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
Head Men’s Volleyball Coach
Trinity Christian College
08.2015 - Current
- Scheduled and organized all practice sessions for volleyball athletes with help of assistant coaches.
- Maintained open-door policy with volleyball players, enabling free discuss of concerns or issues without fear of reprisal.
- Instructed players, both individually and in groups, on rules and regulations for volleyball.
- Monitored academic status of volleyball student-athletes for eligibility requirements.
- Reviewed and updated game strategies and techniques to optimize training sessions.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of athletes to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for further improvement.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Worked as lead recruiter for the program
- Worked with multiple departments across campus to ensure student athlete success.
Assistant Men’s Varsity Volleyball Coach
Marist High School
04.2007 - 05.2012
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Developed and implemented useful and progressive training plans to improve skills of athlete's abilities.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Sprinkler Fitters
Sprinkler Fitters Union Local 281
09.2005 - 08.2011
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Served as Forman on various job sites in the Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
- Collaborated with local fire department personnel from numerous municipalities for inspection and installation approval.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional School Counseling Type 73 Certificate
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2013
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL05.2004
Skills
- Creative Thinker
- Student or Client Feedback
- Strong Writing Abilities
- Analytical Thinker
- Reliable Collaborator
- Efficient at Tasks
- Highly Goal Oriented
- Highly Competitive
Affiliations
Illinois Counseling Association ICA
American Counseling Association ACA
Certification
NBCC - National Board Certified Counselor
Level 1 Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Certified Executive Coach
Certified Life Coach
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lifework Counseling
07.2017 - Current
Head Men’s Volleyball Coach
Trinity Christian College
08.2015 - Current
Assistant Men’s Varsity Volleyball Coach
Marist High School
04.2007 - 05.2012
Sprinkler Fitters
Sprinkler Fitters Union Local 281
09.2005 - 08.2011
Master of Arts - Professional School Counseling Type 73 Certificate
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Trinity Christian College