Catherine Schweigert
Long Beach,NY
Summary
Compassionate Therapeutic Recreation Aide with broad experience in implementing therapeutic recreation programs for diverse populations. Strengths lie in understanding client needs, promoting physical and mental health through engaging activities, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Proven capacity to create positive environments, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction and overall well-being.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
Long Beach Nursing And Rehabilitation
Long Beach, NY
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Facilitated recreational activities for residents to promote engagement and socialization.
- Assisted in planning and organizing therapeutic programs tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure safe and effective activity participation.
- Implemented behavior management strategies when needed in order to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved.
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
Park Avenue Extended Care
Long Beach, New York
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in planning and organizing therapeutic programs tailored to individual needs.
- Monitored resident participation and provided support during recreational activities
- Implemented behavior management strategies when needed in order to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved.
- Assisted dementia patients during meal times with meal set up and encouragement.
Hair Salon Assistant
The Station for Hair
Long Beach, NY
04.2015 - 11.2019
- Assisted stylists with client consultations and service preparations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of salon tools and workstations.
- Supported inventory management by restocking products and supplies regularly.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Education
Home Health Aid - Home Health Aid
Better Home Home Health Care
Rockville Centre, NY 08.2019 - 03.2020
West Hempstead High School
West Hempstead, NYSkills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Therapeutic techniques
- Problem-solving abilities
- Creative thinking
Certification
- Dementia & Alzheimer's Training Certificate
- Hospice Care in-service Training Certificate
Timeline
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
Long Beach Nursing And Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 09.2025
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
Park Avenue Extended Care
10.2022 - 06.2023
Home Health Aid - Home Health Aid
Better Home Home Health Care
08.2019 - 03.2020
Hair Salon Assistant
The Station for Hair
04.2015 - 11.2019
West Hempstead High School