Annette Robin Thompson
Recreation Therapist
Lemon Cove,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Prestige Assisted Living, enhancing resident engagement through innovative activity coordination and volunteer management. Skilled in assessment and evaluation, I significantly improved satisfaction scores. Expert in fostering teamwork and collaboration, my approach resulted in diverse, inclusive events, driving participation. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Prestige Assisted Living
07.2019 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess resident preferences and develop personalized activities that promoted physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Improved resident satisfaction scores by consistently seeking input on programming preferences from both participants and non-participants alike.
- Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resources to provide high-quality experiences for all residents within financial constraints.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and implementing a diverse range of activities, events, and programs.
- Recruited trained, and supervised volunteers to support the delivery of various life enrichment programs and services.
- Evaluated program effectiveness regularly, utilizing feedback from residents, families, and staff to make continuous improvements in programming offerings.
- Provided compassionate support to residents coping with personal losses or challenging life events by offering emotional support and connecting them with relevant resources within the community.
- Increased family involvement in life enrichment activities by hosting special events and maintaining open lines of communication with residents'' loved ones.
- Promoted a positive environment within the facility by fostering teamwork among staff members and encouraging collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to bring additional resources and opportunities to enrich the lives of residents.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for off-site excursions, maximizing accessibility for all interested residents while ensuring safety protocols were maintained at all times.
- Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
- Planned zoo trips, shopping excursions and religious worship opportunities for residents.
- Coordinated holiday decorating of facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff.
- Increased resident participation in activities by creating diverse and inclusive events tailored to individual interests.
Permit Coordinator
MBI
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Liaised with various internal departments such as engineering, planning, and legal teams – contributing towards seamless cross-functional collaboration.
- Organized and maintained permit files and records, ensuring easy access to relevant information when needed.
- Evaluated current processes regularly for optimization opportunities that improved overall efficiency.
- Streamlined permit processes by coordinating with multiple departments and agencies.
- Managed permit application submissions, resulting in faster approval times for clients.
- Resolved permitting issues promptly, minimizing delays for construction projects.
- Monitored progress of ongoing projects closely, addressing any unexpected changes or hiccups proactively.
- Conducted thorough due diligence on client projects, identifying potential permitting challenges early in the process.
- Collaborated with other team members to develop strategies for overcoming permitting obstacles.
- Stayed up-to-date on [State] laws and licensing requirements to complete accurate and efficient reviews.
- Responded to requests for information from public, other municipalities or state and federal legislative offices.
- Ensured compliance with regulations through careful review of project plans and documentation.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, leading to smoother coordination efforts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Recreation Therapist
Kaweah Delta Sub Acute
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Liaised with [Number] healthcare professionals to assess residents' needs, progress and well-being.
- Supervised and directed [Number] volunteers to provide assistance in implementing, planning and leading [Type] activities.
- Increased patient motivation by incorporating creative modalities such as art, music or sports into therapy sessions.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to secure additional resources and support ongoing programming efforts within the facility.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to enable patients with varying abilities to participate in recreational activities safely and effectively.
- Improved patient participation by adapting activities based on their interests, preferences, strengths, and limitations.
- Organized special events to promote community integration and socialization opportunities for patients.
- Facilitated group activities to foster social interaction, communication skills, and self-expression among patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress through regular documentation and evaluation of therapeutic interventions.
- Developed individualized goals and objectives for patients, promoting progress in physical, emotional, and cognitive wellbeing.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, staff members, physicians regarding treatment approaches.
- Prepared and submitted reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
- Worked closely with caregivers and relatives of patients to explain treatment plans, objectives and expected outcomes.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
California State University Northridge
Van Nuys, CA06-1998
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Innovation and Creativity
- Activity Coordination
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Activity Planning
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Volunteer Management
- Programming implementation
- Monthly event calendars
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Professional ethics
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Prestige Assisted Living
07.2019 - 10.2023
Permit Coordinator
MBI
01.2015 - 02.2018
Recreation Therapist
Kaweah Delta Sub Acute
09.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
California State University Northridge
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