Alexis Houseweart
Winterport ,Maine
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a proven track record at the University of Maine Farmington, organizing advocacy projects and creating safe zones for mental health awareness. Excelled in enhancing resident engagement and emotional well-being at Brewer Center for Health & Rehabilitation. Skilled in activity planning and teamwork, with a strong focus on inclusivity and resident support.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Activities Assistant
Brewer Center For Health & Rehabilitation
Brewer, ME
03.2024 - Current
- Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Increased social interaction among residents through facilitating group activities and fostering a sense of community.
CAPE
University of Maine Farmington
Farmington, Maine
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Organized campus wide advocacy projects relating to mental health awareness
- Work collaboratively with team members to create on campus ‘safe zones’ where students could come to seek resources or comfort
- Created power points and public speaking events to teach about safety physically and emotionally on campus.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of Maine At Farmington
FarmingtonHigh School Diploma -
Hampden Academy
Hampden, ME05.2023
Skills
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
- Social integration
- Group facilitation
- Emotional support
- Patience and tolerance
Timeline
Activities Assistant
Brewer Center For Health & Rehabilitation
03.2024 - Current
CAPE
University of Maine Farmington
09.2023 - 11.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of Maine At Farmington
High School Diploma -
Hampden Academy