Rory Flowers
Burlington,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and trusted proactive state worker with a proven ability to establish rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong team-oriented mindset and self-motivation to effectively utilize knowledge and experience for positive institutional changes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Assistant
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
Trenton, NJ
07.2023 - Current
- Ensured proper supervision of program participants at all times, prioritizing their safety and wellbeing.
- Monitored participant behavior during activities closely while enforcing rules consistently when necessary.
- Prepared reports for management regarding status and progress of recreational activities.
- Assisted in organizing special events, resulting in increased community engagement.
Recreation Aide
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
Trenton, NJ
01.2015 - 07.2023
- Co leads groups in various therapy activities such as occupational, physical, and recreational
- Conducts daily social hours with individuals, providing instruction and discussing current events
- Supervises individuals with arts, crafts, and activities
- Facilitates a wide variety of memory, physical, and word games with individuals
Recreation Assistant
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Pemberton, NJ
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Supervised activities to ensure safe participation from individuals
- Contributed to the physical and mental rejuvenation of participants in programs
- Executed programs successfully by motivating staff and individuals
- Demonstrated an understanding of cultural competence in efforts to consider and understand difference
Recreation Aide
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Pemberton, NJ
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Delivered recreational programs to meet needs and preferences of diverse resident population.
- Communicated accurate information about available services and facilities to promote enrollment.
- Led group activities that promoted physical fitness, mental well-being, creativity, social interaction, or skill development among participants.
- Collected and analyzed participant feedback to inform program improvements.
Veteran
US Army
Bordentown, NJ
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Served in a designated imminent danger area (Operation Iraqi Freedom)
- Lead a company of over 50 soldiers to numerous survival briefings
- Completed multiple combat lifesaver courses
- Achieved the global war on terrorism service medal
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills
- Responsible for maintaining and transporting heavy equipment and machinery
Education
High School Diploma -
Pemberton Township Highschool
Pemberton, NJ06.2004
Skills
- Ability to work effectively with individuals with mental illness
- Patience
- Empathy
- Safety measures
- Welfare measures
- Custody measures
- Program development
- Program implementation
- Quick learning
- Documentation
- Record maintenance
Timeline
Recreation Assistant
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Recreation Aide
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
01.2015 - 07.2023
Recreation Assistant
New Lisbon Developmental Center
01.2010 - 01.2014
Recreation Aide
New Lisbon Developmental Center
01.2005 - 01.2010
Veteran
US Army
01.2003 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Pemberton Township Highschool