Kristi Riecker, CMHC

Kristi riecker, cmhc

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Therapist at ROOTs Transition

  • Education

    • Our lady of mercy academy

      2008 - 2012
      Advanced regents high school diploma

      Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society

    • Our lady of mercy school

      1998 - 2008
    • Hofstra university

      2016 - 2018
      Master of arts with distinction mental health counseling/counselor
    • Mount st. mary's university

      2012 - 2016
      Bachelor of science in psychology, minor in chriminal justice summa cum laude

      Activities and Societies: Dean's List 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016; Delta Epsilon Sigma Member

  • Experience

    • Residence inn by marriott

      Aug 2011 - Sept 2012
      Lifeguard

      - Supervised indoor & outdoor pool independently - Maintained Marriott high standards of cleanliness and condition while operating / supervising the pool area

    • Forest estates pool club

      Jun 2012 - Sept 2018
      Lifeguard

      - Recruited and trained over 10 lifeguards in proper pool procedures- Worked well within a team of 15 lifeguards- Maintained high standards of health and safety procedures according to Nassau County regulation- Observed up to 133 patrons throughout shift to ensure safety - Handled monetary transactions

    • Mount st. mary's university

      Oct 2012 - May 2014
      Lifeguard

      - Worked well independently and within a team of lifeguards- Ensured all policies and procedures were followed and maintained during my shifts

    • Mount st. mary's university

      Aug 2014 - May 2016
      Intramural supervisor

      - Co-Supervisor with five other individuals, which required effective communication skills- Ensured Intramural games remained efficient and on schedule- Oversaw up to 100 officials and players throughout one shift- Required knowledge of sports and quick thinking in high pressure situations - Evaluated and mentored officials in order to guide their improvement - Clarified and improved rules for each sport

    • Stone ridge school of sacred heart

      Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
      Lower school counselor intern

      - Collaborated and coordinated school assembly visual aid project to educate students on school values of diversity, faith, service, intellect, and community- Taught social emotional classes to grades Pre-K through 4th- Led small group guided activities designed to improve and educate on mental health- Increased knowledge of counseling techniques through observations of Lower School Counselor

    • Bnb bank

      Jun 2016 - Sept 2017
      Accounts payable associate

      - Review and approve up to 110 invoices prior to payment each day- Process check requests and mail reimbursement payment in a timely manner to associates and proper vendors- Consistently maintain accuracy in calculating figures, including percentages, discounts, and commission fees- Answer and direct calls to appropriate associates- Responsible for mail distribution and the requisition of supplies

    • Hofstra university

      Aug 2016 - Dec 2018
      Career center graduate assistant

      - Facilitate the transition of college students into the professional workforce by offering career- related support - Manage daily drop-in hours each week to answer quick questions about career-related topics- Communicate with faculty and employers to develop different programs, such as Green Careers Day and Diversity@Work- Founded and lead the Student Advisory Board, a group of 20 undergraduate and graduate students who provide the student perspective on the services and resources offered by the Career Center - Develop career-related videos, blogs, and additional resources as a member of the Graduate Assistant Team- Create marketing materials to promote career development events and increase student participation Show less

    • Insight climbing & movement

      Sept 2017 - Feb 2019
      Rock climbing instructor

      - Educate on proper belay technique, appropriate knots, and anchoring system to ensure safety and well-being of the climber - Provide instruction on proper climbing techniques by adapting to each climber's preferred learning style - Facilitate a fun and safe environment conducive to learning and determining personal strengths - Monitor climbing activities within the facility to ensure proper protocol and procedure is being followed - Introduce facility to new climbers and acclimate them through orientation of rules and safety procedures Show less

    • Melillo center for mental health

      Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
      Mental health intern

      - Conduct individual counseling with clients in an outpatient setting with the intention of building a therapeutic alliance- Facilitate group therapy to up 15 clients based on dialectical behavior skills, relapse prevention, and stages of change - Establish rapport with clients through active listening and clarification of statements- Provide intake assessments and determine appropriate level of care for potential clients- Guide clients through the process of being admitted and completion of necessary forms and releases- Develop treatment plans and provide education on diagnoses- Record accurate progress notes in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards- Provide progress letters of applicable information to parties with appropriate consent forms Show less

    • Outback therapeutic expeditions

      Mar 2019 - Mar 2020
      Senior field therapist

      - Conduct individual counseling with adolescents aged 13 to 17 years in an outdoor wilderness setting - Collaborate with the Primary Therapist on how to empower each client- Assist clients in developing and reaching goals of mental, physical, social/leisure, and family health- Conduct different therapeutic interventions, such as guided meditations to increase distress tolerance- Facilitate group therapy to up to 11 clients based on therapeutic theme for the week, such as resilience, identity, family, and vision- Record and maintain progress in accordance with Utah’s Department of Commerce standards- Maintain safety procedures and company protocols to ensure the safety of each individual client Show less

    • West ridge academy

      Mar 2020 - Sept 2020
      Primary adolescent girls therapist
    • Outback therapeutic expeditions

      May 2021 - Aug 2022
      Clinical support therapist
    • Roots transition

      Aug 2022 - now
      Primary therapist

      ROOTs Transition is a residential treatment center in Park City, UT working with adolescents assigned female at birth who are between the ages of 15-18. Our mission is to heal the lives of those impacted by complex trauma through agency, curiosity, and community, while using nature as a catalyst for growth and integration.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Clinical mental health counselor

      State of utah
    • National certified counselor (ncc)

      The national board for certified counselors
    • Level 1 narm basics training

      Narm training institute
      May 2023
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kristi Riecker, CMHC
      Presidential Scholarship - Aug 2012
    • Awarded to Kristi Riecker, CMHC
      Wasson Award Nominee -
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Collegiate Challenge

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville on Mar 2015
      Habitat for Humanity of JacksonvilleAssociated with Kristi Riecker, CMHC
    • Flag Football Head Referee

      Issued by Special Olympics Maryland on Oct 2014
      Special Olympics MarylandAssociated with Kristi Riecker, CMHC