ABBY DUZY

abbyrduzy@gmail.com
(801)-699-8836
Salt Lake City, Utah

Education

University of Utah – Recreational Therapy BA – May 2023

Course content in Recreation and Leisure Foundations, Assessment and Documentation, Facilitation, Evidence-
Based Practice, and more

Work Experience

Shift Supervisor - Oasis Ascent

September 2022 - Current
 Teaches, empowers, and motivates youth mentors on shift
 Monitors and manages conflicts and volatile situations
 Ensures that all required documentation is completed and submitted
 Supervises groups, leads activities, and maintains the safety of all residents

Youth Mentor - Oasis Ascent

February 2022 – September 2022
 Provides around-the-clock secure mental health care to adolescents in mental health crisis
 Works closely with a team of professionals to ensure quality care is given to each resident
 Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships using clinical rapport building strategies

Ski Coach - Brighton Ski Team

December 2018 - Current
 Coaches children aged 5-7 in basic to advanced ski racing techniques
 Communicates effectively with athletes, other coaches, the board, and parents
 Assesses physical capabilities of athletes and adapts coaching program to best help them reach set goals
 Assesses risk factors on the mountain and ensures the safety of the athletes and the general public

Youth Intern - Mount Olympus Church

September 2019-May 2021
 Assisted the youth director in facilitating week youth groups, Sunday school, and retreats
 Handled paperwork from students regarding finances, permission slips, student information, and more
 Assisted the youth director with delegating tasks to adult volunteers and oversaw the performances of
volunteers
  Gave sermons and facilitated small group discussions and large group activities
 Built rapport with students and helped with students with common life problems

Clinical and School Experience

TURN Community Services

 Assisted director and staff in the facilitation of groups with adult with cognitive and intellectual
disabilities
 Utilized the APIED process with a client and complete a client interview and informal assessment,
diagnostic protocol, and a complete case study

Vice President / Recreational Therapy Student Association (RTSA)

 Assists president in administrative tasks
 Organizes club participation in tabling events to educate students on recreational therapy and encourage
them to get involved in RTSA
 Plans and facilitates monthly events for students involved in RTSA
 Sits on the Student Advisory Council for internal reviews

Certifications and Trainings

BLS Certified by the American Red Cross| Aegis Trained | Mental Health
First Aid Certified

Skills

Communication | Time Management | Safety-Oriented |

Crisis De-escalation | People-Oriented | Organized | Self Motivated