Ashley Hunter
Ontario,CA
Summary
Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Life and Career Coordinator
Nation Holisitic Institute
01.2017 - Current
- Provided guidance to students making career decisions.
- Created and maintained employer relations and experiential learning opportunities database.
- Worked with students to develop plans to continue education or career after graduation.
- Coordinated activities and field trips
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Managed student employees and payroll
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Activities Director
Pacifica Senior Living
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Led and directed overall activities within the community
- Worked with community management and care staff to provide residents with an enrichment program that enhances their overall being
- Planned the programming calendar with the Daily 7 criteria which included cognitive, physical, social, musical, outdoor, life skills and reminiscence activities
- Worked with families to help guide them through the disease process and provide solutions for more successful visits with their loved ones
- Managed budget for Activities Department, keeping detailed record of spending
- Created monthly newsletter
- Conducted routine evaluations of activities and recorded resident participation; maintained knowledge of state regulations, including resident rights, and ensured compliance
- Ensured safety of residents, visitors and staff while implementing programs
- Evaluated performance, provided feedback, and assisted, coached, and disciplined staff as necessary
- Developed positive relationships within the community at large, with residents, family, and staff.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
CAREGIVER/ MED TECH/ CONCIERGE
Emeritus Senior Living
01.2011 - 01.2014
- As Caregiver: assisted residents with ADLs and learned 60 residents’ preferences, their life stories, and how to better redirect them in moments of confusion
- Assisted Activities Department in running programs
- Helped families with their visits and connecting with their loved ones
- As Med Tech: dispensed medications to residents according to doctor’s orders
- Recorded notes in MAR
- Worked with nurses to report changes in behavior and watch for adverse reaction to medication
- Called pharmacies for refills and assisted with Dr
- Appointments
- As Concierge: maintained the directors’ schedules, assisted with tours, handled multiline phone, kept up to date record of family contacts and assisted in all office activity
- As Marketing: assisted the Community Relations Director in placing residents at our community
- Handled anywhere between 25-50 calls per day, attended marketing events on behalf of the community, and worked with potential residents to build trust and a strong foundation.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buena Vista High School
Buena Vista, CO06.2004
Skills
- School Programs Development
- Job Search Instruction
- Student Support
- Academic Support
- Individual Counseling
- Career Advising
- Relationship Development
- Mediation and Crisis Intervention
- Career Planning
- Employer Relations
- Records Maintenance
Timeline
Student Life and Career Coordinator
Nation Holisitic Institute
01.2017 - Current
Activities Director
Pacifica Senior Living
01.2014 - 01.2017
CAREGIVER/ MED TECH/ CONCIERGE
Emeritus Senior Living
01.2011 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Buena Vista High School
Additional Information
- Certified Activities Director
- RCFE Administrator
- Class B License with Commercial Endorsement