Cara Mobley, CTRS
Sugar Land,TX
Summary
A dedicated, solutions-oriented Recreation Therapist with over 6 years of experience. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the recreation industry. Committed to promoting inclusivity and independence for all people in the community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreational Therapist
Rehab Without Walls
09.2022 - Current
- Developed personalized treatment plans for patients, resulting in increased overall satisfaction and progress towards goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, improving their quality of life.
- Administered assessments to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions, leading to more effective treatments.
- Organized community outings for patients, increasing their participation in social events and enhancing their sense of inclusion.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts within the facility, enhancing available resources for recreational therapy programs.
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
- Facilitated group sessions within the community, promoting social interaction and support among participants.
- Improved patient engagement by incorporating a variety of recreational activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
Recreational Therapist
Austin State Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
- Preformed Functional Skills Assessments to increase knowledge of needs and abilities of each patient.
- Created individualized treatment programs in collaboration with physicians and recommended specialist referrals.
- Prepared and submitted reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
Inclusive and Adaptive Recreation Specialist
City Of Austin Parks And Recreation Department
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversaw maintenance tasks within recreation facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety standards were consistently met.
- Promoted adaptive programs for aging adults and children
- Promoted healthy lifestyles by creating wellness programs tailored for the aging population within the community.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Provided age-appropriate interpretive programs for adults and seniors enrolled in day programs
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Utilizes a variety of teaching methods, strategies/techniques, activities, and materials in conducting educational programs
- Provides leadership and serves in a support role in implementing educational programs that address critical issues and/or emerging needs
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
- Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs with the recreation director to support the community.
- Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of 20 and 70.
- Participates in formal and informal training opportunities to increase knowledge and skills and maintain technical competencies
- Successfully coordinated large-scale community events such as all-ability dances
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Administration
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.2017
Skills
- Treatment coordination
- Safety and ADA compliance
- Community Resource Knowledge
- Documentation
- Meeting Facilitation
- Individualized Service Plans
- Community Liaison
- Proficiency In Microsoft Programs
- Safety compliance
Certification
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Affiliations
- National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)
- American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)
- Texas Recreation and Parks Society (TRAPS)
Timeline
Recreational Therapist
Rehab Without Walls
09.2022 - Current
Recreational Therapist
Austin State Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
Inclusive and Adaptive Recreation Specialist
City Of Austin Parks And Recreation Department
08.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Administration
Texas State University
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
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