Rory Flowers
Burlington,NJ
Summary
Experienced Instructor Counselor specializing in curriculum development and patient engagement. Collaborates effectively with teams to adapt to educational needs, utilizing strong instructional strategies and classroom management skills. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and driving patient success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor Counselor
Ann Klein Forensic Center
Trenton, NJ
06.2026 - Current
- Develop and implement educational programs for diverse populations within forensic mental health settings.
- Mentor patients, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing.
- Assess stock for expiration dates and implement measures to maintain product quality and safety.
- Prepare store operations to facilitate efficient workflow for patient workers.
Senior Therapy Program Assistant
Ann Klein Forensic Center
Trenton, NJ
08.2025 - Current
- Lead patient groups in therapeutic activities, including occupational, physical, and recreational
- Monitored, reported, and documented patients’ attendance, participation, progress, and conduct toward their set therapeutic goals
- Taught patients vocational skills and proper work habits
- Instructed and assisted patients in utilizing exercise equipment to help reduce symptoms
Recreation Assistant
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
Trenton, NJ
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Facilitated recreational activities promoting patient engagement and social interaction.
- Assisted in planning and implementing therapeutic programs tailored to individual patient needs.
- Developed and maintained program materials, ensuring alignment with hospital guidelines and best practices.
Recreation Aide
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
Trenton, NJ
01.2015 - 07.2023
- Co-led therapy groups to engage participants in various activities in various therapy activities such as occupational, physical, and recreational
- Conducted daily social hours, fostering discussions on current events to promote social interaction and cognitive engagement
- Facilitated diverse physical and word games to enhance cognitive skills among individuals of memory, physical, and word games with individuals
Recreation Assistant
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Pemberton, NJ
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Supervised activities to promote safe participation and engagement
- Facilitated programs that enhanced physical and mental well-being of participants
- Applied cultural competence in program activities
Recreation Aide
New Lisbon Developmental Center
Pemberton, NJ
01.2005 - 01.2010
Veteran
US Army
Bordentown, NJ
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Served in a designated imminent danger area (Operation Iraqi Freedom)
Education
High School Diploma -
Pemberton Township Highschool
Pemberton, NJInfo Technology Essentials - Info Technology Essentials
DeVry University
Lisle, IL/ Online06-2026
Skills
- Program development
- Program implementation
- Documentation
- Record maintenance
- Group facilitation
- Lesson planning
- Mental health collaboration
- Operational awareness
- Safety measures
- Welfare programs
- Empathy
- Patience
Certification
- Info Technology Essentals - 06/2025-06/2026
Timeline
Instructor Counselor
Ann Klein Forensic Center
06.2026 - Current
Senior Therapy Program Assistant
Ann Klein Forensic Center
08.2025 - Current
Recreation Assistant
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital
07.2023 - 08.2025
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
Info Technology Essentials - Info Technology Essentials
DeVry University