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Cheri Wessel

O'Fallon,IL

Summary

Organized Activity Director with a 3-year track record in creating engaging programs, executing daily activities and encouraging resident participation in both assisted living and memory care settings. Adept at managing a monthly calendar, personalizing activities, coordinating volunteers and handling activity budgets. Skilled in developing personal bonds with staff and residents. Passionate about promoting well-being and social connections.


Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Activity Director

Villas of Holly Brook
08.2022 - Current
  • Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
  • Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
  • Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
  • Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
  • Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of activity programs through ongoing assessment and feedback from residents, families, and staff members.
  • Increased physical fitness levels among residents by designing exercise programs tailored to individual abilities and preferences.
  • Trained new activity staff members on program development procedures and best practices for engaging diverse populations of older adults.
  • Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or themed parties to enhance overall quality of life within the community setting.
  • Provided safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure adequate resources were allocated for all planned activities and events.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.

Substitute Teacher, K-5

O'Fallon School District 90
09.2018 - 05.2022
  • Lead students grades K- 5 through planned lessons and activities in all subject areas, completed progress reports for classroom teachers, and fostered strong, positive relationships.
  • Supported young children through development of life skills such as taking turns, resolving conflict and expressing emotions appropriately.

Independent Sales Director

Thirty-One Gifts
07.2017 - 12.2018
  • Led team of 10+ women to meet their business goals through training and mentoring.
  • Key Achievement: Top 3% sales performance.

Independent Sales Consultant

Thirty-One Gifts
03.2014 - 07.2017
  • Provided an innovative social shopping concept to clientele, bringing together e-commerce, social media, and personal service.

Graphic Designer

Empire Comfort Systems
09.2004 - 10.2008
  • Designed marketing materials for print and digital applications, such as brochures, advertisements, and product packaging.
  • Worked collaboratively with multiple departments and outside consultants and vendors.
  • Maintained and updated design files, pricing guides, and instructional manuals.
  • Directed and styled product photoshoots for maximum impact on a minimal budget.
  • Designed and set up trade show exhibits.

Newspaper Layout Designer

Suburban Journals of Greater St. Louis
05.2003 - 11.2004
  • Created page layouts for five bi-weekly newspapers.
  • Designed sales advertisements.
  • Took photographs for restaurant articles.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05-2003

Skills

  • Program development
  • Relationship building
  • Creative thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Community engagement
  • Time management
  • Budget management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Active listening
  • Reliability
  • Social media management

Accomplishments

Volleyball Coach, Gateway Region YMCA, O'Fallon, IL, 2014 – Present

Cantor/Choir Member, St. Nicholas Catholic Church, O'Fallon, IL, 2018 – Present

Coordinator, Mommies of St. Clair, 2008 – 2013

Timeline

Activity Director

Villas of Holly Brook
08.2022 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-5

O'Fallon School District 90
09.2018 - 05.2022

Independent Sales Director

Thirty-One Gifts
07.2017 - 12.2018

Independent Sales Consultant

Thirty-One Gifts
03.2014 - 07.2017

Graphic Designer

Empire Comfort Systems
09.2004 - 10.2008

Newspaper Layout Designer

Suburban Journals of Greater St. Louis
05.2003 - 11.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

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