Brian Gaudreau
Marquette,MI
Summary
Versatile senior living professional with seven years of experience serving in both Assisted Living and Memory Support communities. Skill set and experience include resident engagement, activities of daily living, dining, laundry, charting and documentation, housekeeping, quality care, staff training, recognition and evaluation, facility cleanliness and security, financial management, and collaboration with other team members. Proactive approach to service excellence in the continuing effort to improve the resident experience and maintain guarantee satisfaction.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Memory Support Director
Brookridge Heights Assisted Living and Memory Car
Marquette , MI
2016.02 - 2022.09
- Responsible for the overall management of resident engagement, social programming and staffing in the Memory Support Community.
- Manages, mentors and coaches memory support care and program staff to ensure effective resident engagement.
- Serves as the primary liaison with resident family members answering questions, addressing concerns and providing updates about their loved one.
- Coordinates volunteers and seeks cooperative partnerships with area businesses, schools and community service groups.
Program Manager
St Francis Connection Center
Gwinn , MI
2015.09 - 2017.02
- Managed the day-to-day logistics and operation of a non-profit Catholic outreach center and food pantry.
- Provided social service and administrative support for community residents needing assistance with energy needs, employment, eviction prevention and basic daily necessities.
- Recruited, trained, coached and mentored Center volunteers.
- Researched, applied for and managed grants in support of Center operations.
- Designed and executed a variety of recreation and social services community programs.
Associate Athletic Director
Northern Michigan University
Marquette , MI
1985.08 - 2014.11
- Responsible for the strategic development, implementation, administration and management of all leisure activity program areas, facility operations and maintenance, staff recruitment, training, supervision, evaluation, budget development, oversight and revenue generation for a comprehensive campus recreation program.
- Provided strategic and day to day leadership for the NMU Olympic Training Site, USOC and various National Olympic Governing Bodies.
- Provided planning expertise and leadership for a variety of large scale social events, fundraising efforts, golf outings and corporate functions.
- Taught academic courses in event and hospitality design each semester.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI1987-08
Skills
- Authenticity
- Creatively Curious
- Critical Analysis
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Commitment to Quality
- Resilience
- Empathy
- Mentor and Coach
- Emotional Intelligence
- Person Centered
- Visionary
Affiliations and Community Engagement
- Member - Knights of Columbus
- Coach, Travel Director, Executive Board VP Superiorland Soccer
- Coordinator - "Partnering for Veterans" Adaptive Kayaking Program
- Veteran - United States Navy - Honorable Discharge, Navy Achievement Award Recipient
- Mentor. - NMU Student Leader Fellowship Program
- Volunteer - St Vincent De Paul Food Pantry
Timeline
Memory Support Director
Brookridge Heights Assisted Living and Memory Car
2016.02 - 2022.09
Program Manager
St Francis Connection Center
2015.09 - 2017.02
Associate Athletic Director
Northern Michigan University
1985.08 - 2014.11
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
Northern Michigan University
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