THOMAS HINNINGER
Bonita Springs,Florida
Summary
Dynamic and talented professional with experience as case manager, resident manager, crisis counselor, assistant coordinator and direct service provider for both adolescence and adults in a residential and independent setting. Skilled in working with diverse populations with differing needs and expectations. Exceptional facilitation skills and proven ability to work with colleagues to provide comprehensive services. Distinguished for providing leadership, teambuilding and excellent conflict resolution abilities. Adept at building and maintaining relationships as well as implementing services to ensure client wellness. Consistently successful in motivating, communication, team building and group leadership.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Over Night House Monitor
Naples Retreat
02.2026 - Current
- Medication administration, protective oversight, house monitor for over night shift supporting adult males in various early stages of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
Guest Teacher/Substitute Teacher
CCPS, Naples Florida
02.2025 - Current
- Currently employed by and working in the capacity of Substitute Teacher as an active participant in The CCPS Guest Teacher Program for Grades K through 12 in various schools throughout Collier County.
Direct Service Provider
RCIL Commack NY
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Worked one on one with an individual to achieve independence and self autonomy in the community. Offered supports with IDL (Independent Living Skills) skills and community integration.
Crisis Counselor/Manager/DSP
Family Residence Essential Enterprises
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Offered support to individuals and their families who were dealing with severe emotional and behavioral challenges. Collaborated with team members to arrive at solution based plans and supports to these glaring challenges.
Assistant Coordinator
Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County
09.2012 - 01.2015
- I innvestigated occurrence and incidence reports as well as allegations of abuse neglect and human rights violations. I overlooked several permanent placement residential living programs for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and physical challenges to ensure a high degree of collaborative care and exemplary quality of life.
Intensive Case Manager with SPIMI Population
Rockaway Manor
09.2011 - 01.2013
- Conducted concurrent medical and psychiatric record review and upkeep using specific indicators and criteria as approved by medical and clinical staff.
Housing Specialist, Assistant Administrator
Mercy Haven
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Was a member of and collaborated weekly on Suffolk County SPA Committee and assisted and supported individuals with SPIMI to secure housing benefits and entitlements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - History, Secondary Education
Saint Joseph’s College
Patchogue, NY01.2008
Skills
- Fire safety awareness
- Empathy development
- Delegation
- Assertiveness training
- Resident support
- Group facilitation
- Activities oversight
- Community meetings
Accomplishments
- I have mentored others in various capacities.
- I worked as the Assistant Housing Coordinator at Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County
- Advisory Liaison to various outreach ministries to homeless and disenfranchised populations on Long Island NY.
- Volunteered with various Community Cleanup organizations in local parks and recreational areas on Long Island NY.
- Worked in Conjunction with the SPA (Single Point of Access) Committee during my tenure at Mercy Haven in Suffolk County/ New York.
Certification
Bllodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention
Hazard Communication: Right to Understand
Medication Administration: Epinephrine Auto Injectors
Youth Suicide: Awareness, Prevention and Postvention
Timeline
Over Night House Monitor
Naples Retreat
02.2026 - Current
Guest Teacher/Substitute Teacher
CCPS, Naples Florida
02.2025 - Current
Crisis Counselor/Manager/DSP
Family Residence Essential Enterprises
08.2015 - 01.2016
Direct Service Provider
RCIL Commack NY
08.2014 - 01.2018
Assistant Coordinator
Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County
09.2012 - 01.2015
Intensive Case Manager with SPIMI Population
Rockaway Manor
09.2011 - 01.2013
Housing Specialist, Assistant Administrator
Mercy Haven
08.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Arts Degree - History, Secondary Education
Saint Joseph’s College
Professional Development
Completed numerous continuing professional education programs, workshops and seminars on topics including communications, Information Systems Technology, public speaking and educational planning, as well as time management and team building. Continuously volunteers and extends resources for in-district and community organizations and activities.