Anthony Griffin
Southbridge
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Counselor
Capital Region Education Council
08.2001 - Current
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Delivered targeted interventions for individual residents based on their specific needs and treatment objectives.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to help clients address issues of substance abuse, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques designed to promote positive change in residents'' lives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
- Developed, implemented and monitored residential policies and procedures.
Training Coordinator
Bristol Adult Resource Center
02.2014 - 09.2021
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation in training events, tracking progress towards learning objectives.
- Coordinated with department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.
- Collaborated with department managers to design customized training plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Scheduled and coordinated training sessions, including booking facilities and arranging catering.
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities, securing necessary equipment, and managing participant registration.
- Created and maintained detailed training records and reports for management review.
- Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring support for employees seeking professional growth and development.
- Developed engaging instructional materials, including presentations, handouts, and interactive activities.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
- Delivered high-quality classroom instruction using a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Worked with central management to identify, plan, align, and address training needs.
- Selected, developed and delivered classroom and online training materials to meet program needs.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the organization by encouraging employee engagement in training opportunities.
- Facilitated communication between trainers and participants before and after sessions to ensure clear expectations and follow-up support were provided as needed.
- Developed and executed strategies to improve training program performance.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify skill gaps and develop appropriate training solutions.
- Increased employee retention rates through targeted training interventions and career development opportunities.
- Facilitated high-quality training program delivery to employees and external stakeholders.
- Partnered with external vendors to source specialized training content or services when required by organizational needs or strategic priorities.
- Championed a performance-driven culture by aligning training initiatives with key performance indicators and individual development plans.
- Led cross-functional teams comprised of subject matter experts to create collaborative solutions addressing complex organizational challenges through targeted skills development efforts.
- Monitored industry trends and best practices in adult learning theory, incorporating relevant insights into the design of new trainings or revisions of existing programs.
- Met department budgets by monitoring and reviewing training expenses.
- Built constructive trainer and vendor relationships for successful program delivery.
- Planned and conducted staff trainings with emphasis on [Type] areas.
Funds Liaison
REM/Mentor Connecticut
03.2004 - 05.2013
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely delivery of services and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Educated employees on wellness initiatives, promoting a healthier workforce and reducing overall healthcare costs.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Streamlined information flow for increased efficiency by implementing a centralized document management system.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to identify opportunities for process improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly addressing concerns and providing solutions to various issues.
- Established effective communication channels between departments by organizing and facilitating cross-functional meetings.
- Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for optimization and implementing cost-saving measures across departments.
- Increased overall productivity by streamlining internal processes and introducing new tools for more efficient workflow management.
Residential Counselor
Vinfen CT
08.2003 - 10.2007
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices among residents by leading educational workshops on topics such as nutrition, exercise, mental health awareness.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
- Served as a liaison between families or guardians of clients when necessary; providing updates about clients' progress or addressing any concerns they may have.
- Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk clients in residential setting.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Hartford Community College
Hartford, CTAssociate of Science - Data Processing/Entry
CPI (Computer Processing Institute)
East Hartford, CT1987
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
East Hartford06.1985
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Client Advocacy
- Boundaries Establishment
- Supply Replenishment
- Safety Management
- Client Transportation
- Progress Monitoring
- Self-Care Practices
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Resident support
- Behavioral Intervention Plans
- Mental Health Disorders
- Incident Reporting
- Emergency Response
- Policy Enforcement
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Resident Supervision
- Healthy Habits Promotion
- Staff Communication
- Emotional Support
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Case Planning
- Life Skills Development
- Discipline Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Staff Training
- Progress Documentation
- Group Activities
- Care Plan Management
- Activities Oversight
- Active Listening
- Crisis Management
- Issue Resolution
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
DMV Special Endorsement (Certified to transport school children)
Medication Administration (Certified-CT)
Safety Care (Crisis Prevention Training)
Abuse & Neglect Certified
Sexual Harassment Trained
Timeline
Training Coordinator
Bristol Adult Resource Center
02.2014 - 09.2021
Funds Liaison
REM/Mentor Connecticut
03.2004 - 05.2013
Residential Counselor
Vinfen CT
08.2003 - 10.2007
Residential Counselor
Capital Region Education Council
08.2001 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Hartford Community College
Associate of Science - Data Processing/Entry
CPI (Computer Processing Institute)
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
First Aid/CPR Certified
DMV Special Endorsement (Certified to transport school children)
Medication Administration (Certified-CT)
Safety Care (Crisis Prevention Training)
Abuse & Neglect Certified
Sexual Harassment Trained
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