Erin Neuendorf
Denver,IA
Summary
Organized Activity Director with 3.5-year track record of planning, organizing, and administering activities in a nursing home setting. Strong experience in coordinating and executing events and activities. Skilled in developing personal bonds with staff and residents. Committed to adhering to state compliance requirements for conducting activities. Adept at managing a monthly calendar and personalizing activities based on needs. Outstanding people skills and react calmly to emergency situations. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Activities
Pillar of Cedar Valley
Waterloo, IA
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging activity programs tailored to diverse resident interests.
- Collaborated with staff from multiple departments to enhance resident participation and satisfaction.
- Coordinated logistics for special events, ensuring seamless execution and positive resident experiences.
- Managed and mentored activity department, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through resident feedback, making adjustments to improve quality of activities.
- Created a monthly calendar of events catering to various interests and abilities.
Middle School Special Education Teacher Assistant
Denver Community Schools
Denver, IA
08.2012 - 12.2022
- Supported classroom management and student engagement through active participation in instructional activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Assisted in implementing behavior modification strategies to enhance student performance and accountability.
- Facilitated communication between students and educators to improve educational outcomes.
Product Sales Manager
Girl Scouts of Conestoga Council
Waterloo, IA
01.2005 - 04.2008
- Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to drive product growth within community initiatives.
- Led training sessions for volunteers, enhancing product knowledge and sales techniques across teams.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for product offerings and customer engagement.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create promotional materials, increasing awareness of product benefits.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications/Public Relations
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2004
Skills
- Ethical leadership
- Activity organization
- Event planning experience
- Team management
- Employee evaluation
- Organizational skills
- Participant monitoring
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Crisis management
Certification
- Iowa Health Care Activity Professionals - May 2023
Timeline
Director of Activities
Pillar of Cedar Valley
12.2022 - Current
Middle School Special Education Teacher Assistant
Denver Community Schools
08.2012 - 12.2022
Product Sales Manager
Girl Scouts of Conestoga Council
01.2005 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Communications/Public Relations
University of Northern Iowa