Tina Marquina
Houston,TX
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Texas Workforce Commission
Houston, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Assist individuals with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, and advancing in employment
- Develop and maintain community referral sources
- Analyze information to make accurate eligibility decisions
- Help clients identify strengths and set employment goals
- Develop and implement service plans
- Ensure timely, cost-effective service delivery and monitor progress
Recreation Therapist
RecessAbility Inc
Houston, TX
12.2018 - Current
- Provide individual therapy using various techniques
- Utilize community-based environments for interventions
- Promote exercise, mental stimulation, and creativity
Recreational Therapist
Westpark Springs Hospital
Richmond, TX
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Plan and implement recreational activities
- Help clients reduce depression, stress, and anxiety
- Use arts, crafts, sports, and music for therapeutic purposes
- Enhance motor skills, confidence, and socialization
Recreational Therapist
Best For You Therapies Inc.
Houston, TX
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Offer therapeutic activities using arts, crafts, sports, and music
- Conduct interventions in community settings
Recreational Therapist (PRN Employee)
University of Texas - UT Health HCPC
Houston, TX
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Deliver therapeutic services for individuals with disabilities
- Help clients improve mental and physical health through structured activities
Recreational Therapist (Temporary)
Fulshear Ranch Academy
Houston, TX
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Plan recreational programs for patients
- Report patient progress to physicians
Residential Care Counselor
Mental Health Co-Op
Houston, TX
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Coordinate residential services and provide counseling
- Support young adults in managing schedules and medication adherence
Youth Development Day Camp Counselor
YMCA of Greater Houston
Houston, TX
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Plan and implement youth programs
- Ensure safety and development of participants
- Communicate with parents about their children's experiences
Recreational Therapist Intern
Houston’s Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Hospital
Houston, TX
08.2011
- Serve quadriplegic/paraplegic veterans
- Implement accessibility and recreational activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies/Therapeutic Recreation
Grambling State University
Certified by the Texas Consortium for Therapeutic Recreation (TRS/TXC) -
Skills
- Counseling expertise
- Community Relations
- Documentation skills
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Assessment skills
- Caseload Management
- Disability Knowledge
- Individualized Planning
- Self Motivation
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Community Resources
- Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Texas Workforce Commission
10.2023 - Current
Recreational Therapist
Westpark Springs Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2023
Recreation Therapist
RecessAbility Inc
12.2018 - Current
Recreational Therapist
Best For You Therapies Inc.
06.2014 - 06.2017
Recreational Therapist (PRN Employee)
University of Texas - UT Health HCPC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Recreational Therapist (Temporary)
Fulshear Ranch Academy
01.2013 - 01.2014
Youth Development Day Camp Counselor
YMCA of Greater Houston
05.2012 - 08.2012
Recreational Therapist Intern
Houston’s Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Hospital
08.2011
Residential Care Counselor
Mental Health Co-Op
01.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies/Therapeutic Recreation
Grambling State University
Certified by the Texas Consortium for Therapeutic Recreation (TRS/TXC) -
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