Milton Roland
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Experienced behavioral health and rehabilitation professional with 15+ years in psychiatric and medical environments. Skilled in therapeutic instruction, patient engagement, crisis prevention, and treatment‑focused documentation. Known for reliability, strong communication, and a calm, patient‑centered approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Instructor
Arkansas State Hospital
Little Rock Arkansas
09.2019 - Current
- Facilitate therapeutic rehabilitation groups for psychiatric patients.
- Support individualized treatment goals through structured life‑skills and coping‑skills activities.
- Observe, monitor, and document patient participation and behavioral responses.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to adjust programming based on patient needs.
- Maintain a safe, supportive environment aligned with hospital policies and state regulations.
Recreation Activity Leader
Arkansas State Hospital
Little Rock, AR
08.2014 - 09.2019
- Scheduled and organized recreation staff to support therapeutic programming.
- Developed and modified recreational activities to meet treatment objectives.
- Monitored and documented patient behavior and engagement.
- Ensured recreational equipment was safe, clean, and properly maintained.
- Met deadlines and adhered to state and federal compliance standards.
Unit Safety Officer
Arkansas State Hospital
Little Rock, AR
04.2009 - 08.2014
- Assisted with behavioral modification plans for emotionally disturbed and mentally ill patients.
- Documented patient behavior and participated in treatment planning meetings.
- Supported patients with daily living skills, hygiene, and personal care routines.
- Escorted patients to activities and ensured safe participation.
- Helped maintain clean and orderly living quarters.
Cook
Baptist Health Medical Center
North Little Rock, AR
06.2008 - 04.2009
- Prepared ingredients and operated kitchen equipment to produce meals according to facility standards.
- Ensured proper food presentation and adherence to sanitation and safety guidelines.
- Maintained organized workstations and monitored ingredient quality.
- Managed stock levels and placed orders to prevent shortages.
School Bus Driver (CDL B)
Laidlaw Bus Service
Little Rock, AR
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Safely transported students to and from school and activities.
- Followed all traffic laws and company regulations.
- Completed daily pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections.
- Ensured timely arrivals and maintained a safe environment for all riders
Education
GED -
Penn Ford High School
OnlineSkills
- Therapeutic Group Facilitation
- Rehabilitation & Skills‑Based Instruction
- Behavioral Health Support
- Crisis Prevention & De‑Escalation
- Patient Engagement & Motivation
- Treatment Plan Implementation
- Trauma‑Informed Care
- Cognitive & Life Skills Training
- Observation, Charting & Progress Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Safety & Compliance in Psychiatric Settings
- Structured Activity Planning
- Planning & Organizing Activities
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Communication with Diverse Patient Populations
- Self‑Motivated & Reliable
- CPR Certified
- Non‑Abusive Psychological & Physical Intervention (NAPPI)
Timeline
Rehabilitation Instructor
Arkansas State Hospital
09.2019 - Current
Recreation Activity Leader
Arkansas State Hospital
08.2014 - 09.2019
Unit Safety Officer
Arkansas State Hospital
04.2009 - 08.2014
Cook
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2008 - 04.2009
School Bus Driver (CDL B)
Laidlaw Bus Service
01.2008 - 06.2008
GED -
Penn Ford High School