Cathleen Erickson
Prairie Farm,Wisconsin
Summary
Creative Activity Director skilled in planning unique events and activities for residents. Considerate listener utilizes residents' preferences to create fulfilling experiences. Skilled in leading engaging activities, organizing events and outings and developing creative solutions to best serve needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Monroe Manor Assisted Living
03.2023 - Current
- Develop monthly life enrichment calendar and publish electronically and in print.
- Plan resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Design wide varieties of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of residents.
- Arrange outings as part of recreational program.
- Provide safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
- Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
Life Enrichment Assistant
Pioneer Health and Rehab
08.2017 - 03.2023
- Lead group activities such as bingo, various dice games, patio talk, trivia and armchair travel. Document activity attendance and degree of involvement
- Help plan monthly calendar and special events
- Engage in 1:1 activities with residents.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Laundry Aide
Pioneer Health And Rehab
08.2017 - 03.2023
- Collected soiled linens and clothing and pretreated stains. Gather and sort dirty laundry, pretreat stains as needed
- Wash, dry, fold and hang residents clothing
- Return residents clothing in timely manner
- Sanitize laundry baskets and carts daily
- Sanitize washing machines, remove lint from all dryers after each cycle
- Label garments with residents initials
- Set up wash and dry cycles with appropriate settings such as spin speed, temperature, and cleaning agents.
- Keep laundry room clean and shelves neatly stacked with towels, blankets, and sheets.
Paraprofessional Substitute
School District Of Prairie Farm
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play
Education
2 Associates Degrees - Culinary Arts & Hotel/Restaurant Management
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire WI1995
Vocational Diploma - Child Care Services
Chippewa Valley Technical
College
Eau Claire, Wisconsin1989
Skills
- Exceptional people and customer service skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced environments
Miscellaneous Work Experience
Through the years I have experience working in Food Service, Retail, Healthcare and Child Care
Brief Description:
1989-1995 Day Care Centers (Menomonie and Eau Claire WI), Original Cookie Company, Wendy's (Eau Claire WI)
1995-2002 Sam's Subs and Ollie's Ovens -Assistant Store Manager Oakwood Mall (Eau Claire WI)
2002-2009 Pretzel Time (Store Manager Oakwood Mall, Culver's, Bath and Body Works, Mayo Clinic Urgent Care, Lifetouch National School Photographer (Eau Claire WI)
2010-2012 Cedar Country Co-op, Charley Biggs Chicken-Deli Manager (Menomonie WI)
2012-2017 Stay at Home Mom
Timeline
Activity Director
Monroe Manor Assisted Living
03.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional Substitute
School District Of Prairie Farm
09.2017 - 06.2018
Laundry Aide
Pioneer Health And Rehab
08.2017 - 03.2023
Life Enrichment Assistant
Pioneer Health and Rehab
08.2017 - 03.2023
2 Associates Degrees - Culinary Arts & Hotel/Restaurant Management
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Vocational Diploma - Child Care Services
Chippewa Valley Technical
College
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