R.S. Rosolanko, LSW, MBA, MSW
robert172172@outlook.com · (607) 345-0909 · https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-rosolanko/
Licensed Social Worker and program leader specializing in chemical dependency, bereavement, behavioral and developmental issues. Accomplished, multi-faceted individual with over 15 years of experience. Proven ability to plan, administer, coordinate and execute successful programs. Strong team leader with a track record of coordinating effectively with a wide range of sources to achieve goals.
Expertise
- Mental Health Program Direction: With a focus on continuous improvement, identified markets, developed and implemented new clinical services including Regional Open Access center, Children and Adolescent Services clinic, Opioid Treatment Program and Ancillary Withdrawal Services. Created a Life Skills seminar series of classes designed to assist clients in re-acquiring basic skills such as money management and communication skills to better integrate back into society. Created evidence-based clinical curriculum, aftercare planning, thorough bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessments, developed of a multidisciplinary individualized plan of treatment, individual and group therapy.
- People Manager: Led supervision of family counselors, educational aspects of program, and recruiting and hiring of new clinical staff. Mentored, coached and developed staff, including performance evaluation.
- Community Outreach: Created an outreach educational program for members of the aging population which was presented in several nursing homes and senior centers. Served as agency representative on city drug court. Acted as a consultant to client and made referrals to schools, social service agencies, health-related organizations, probation personnel, and other groups and agencies.
- Administrative & Financial Accountability: Transformed previous clinical service structure to a Certified Clinical Behavioral Center of Excellence center with increased Medicaid reimbursement structures. Assisted in grant applications for various financial grant applications. Adjusted staffing levels to accommodate new insurance regulations due to insurance alterations from the Affordable Care Act implementation. Time management of clinical staff. Knowledge and responsibility for fiscal operation of program.
- Therapist, Counselor & Case Manager: Individual and group counseling. Counsel clients on basic addiction and recovery issues, living skills, the use of social and recreational outlets, and educational and vocational opportunities. Prepare and maintain required reports, case records, progress reports and similar documentation.
Professional Experience
GENPSYCH OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH – Rochelle Park, NJ 2023
Licensed Mental Health Therapist – Provide mental health outpatient care via group and individual sessions utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT evidence-based practices.
KAREN ANN QUINLAN HOSPICE – Newton, NJ 2021 – 2023
Director of Bereavement Services – Responsible for overseeing the bereavement services of the Hospice organization in adherence to the regulations of Medicare, Medicaid, and CHAP. Implemented, supervised and maintained a bereavement program to meet the needs of families, caregivers, and the community.
GUTHRIE CORTLAND NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER – Cortland, NY 2019 – 2021
Medical Social Worker – Provided social work services including individual counseling and case management to individuals requiring short term nursing and rehabilitation services in a hospital setting.
CONIFER PARK OUTPATIENT CLINIC– Liverpool, NY 2018
Clinical Director – Managed outpatient clinical substance use disorder and Opioid Treatment Program functions. Responsibilities included process improvement, staff development and evaluation, and community outreach and local marketing opportunities.
SYRACUSE BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE– Syracuse, NY 2016 – 2018
Outpatient Clinical Services Director – Managed outpatient clinical substance use disorder and mental health programs including Opioid Treatment Program, Children and Adolescent Clinic, Targeted Case Management, Regional Open Access and overall Integrated Outpatient services.
TULLY HILL CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY TREATMENT CENTER – Tully, NY 2012 – 2016
Inpatient Clinical Supervisor – Provided counselor clinical supervision within a 48-bed inpatient rehab, detox and outpatient facility. Supervised inpatient, outpatient, and family counselors.
ADDICTION CENTER OF BROOME COUNTY: Chemical Dependency Counselor 2009 – 2011 Provided individual and group counseling to persons suffering from chemical dependency. Participated in agency staff meetings, and developmental opportunities. Developed and implemented various educational programs throughout the agency spectrum.
FAIRVIEW RECOVERY SERVICES – Binghamton, NY 2007 – 2009
Chemical Addiction Case Manager: Carried a client caseload of 18 clients, assisting with ongoing treatment, funding and housing issues. Member of interdisciplinary team in program planning, evaluation of client needs, treatment planning and implementation of services.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW), 2012 · Binghamton University, NY
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 2004 · Amberton University – Garland, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing (BA), 1993 · California State University – Fullerton, CA
Motivational Enhancement Therapy & Brief Therapy, 2013 – Prevention Network, Syracuse, NY
Lourdes Center for Mental Health, 2012 – Field Placement, Binghamton, NY