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DEBBIE SICKMILLER

Custar,OH

Summary

Director of Activities with 40 years of experience planning, developing and implementing special programming for all levels of cognition. Strong experience in planning, organizing and conducting recreational and therapy programs for residents Excellent understanding of monitoring and executing skill-based programs and activities Ability to evaluate residents' needs and conduct group activities Deep sympathy towards occupants and passion for improving their quality of life Skilled in developing personal bonds with residents Effective communication and persuasive skills Able to understand diverse foreign culture and customs Knowledge of state compliance requirements for conducting activities Compassionate, creative, and encouraging professional Speaker for the Volunteer Ombudsman Programming.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Activity Director

GlennPark Senior Community
03.2017 - Current
  • Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of patients.
  • Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
  • Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
  • Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
  • Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
  • 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.

Executive Director for RAP

Ohio
01.2013 - Current
  • Instructor and Presenter for Laughter Therapy
  • Instructor and Presenter for Art in the Workplace
  • Programming for Cognitive Resident at all Levels, Current Director of Activities
  • Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
  • RAP Board since 1991
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to strategically affect operational direction.
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.

Director of Activities

CommuniCare Of Oak Grove Healthcare Center
01.1991 - 03.2017
  • Care Planning, MDS, Progress Notes and Activity Assessment/Preferences
  • Plan and implement activities for residents
  • Promote socialization and encourage residents' participation in various programs
  • Worked within budget for programming and procure necessary therapy materials
  • Plan activities that help in stimulating residents' bodies and minds
  • Arrange for outings as part of a recreational program
  • Organize services such as transportation and accommodation for participants, facilities, displays, catering, event security and many more
  • Responsible for arranging audio visual equipment, displays, transportation and other needs for events
  • Plan monthly calendar of activities
  • Social Service:
  • Documentation of Care Planning, MDS, Progress Notes and Social Service Assessments
  • Secure LOC/PASSR for admissions/Medicaid
  • Assist families with the Medicaid Procedure and Appointments
  • Counseling with residents when Agitated
  • Discharge Planning

Education

Certified Activity Director

Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH
09.1983

High School Diploma -

Bowling Green High School
Bowling Green, OH
06.1980

Skills

  • Activities Management
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Development Activities
  • STNA
  • Newsletter Preparation
  • Trainer for all new Activity Directors for Chancellor Healthcare
  • Event Planning

Certification

ADC Activity Director Certified

AAPBC Advanced Activity Professional Board Certified

CDP Certified Dementia Practitioner


REFERENCES:

JASON BENNETT 2204 QUAIL HOLLOW CIRCLE SANDUSKY, OHIO 44870 PHONE: 523-996-8678

MARTY JAN 125 EAST BACK BAY ROAD BOWLING GREEN, OHIO 43402 PHONE: 419-340-3898

JENNIFER BRINKMAN PHONE: 2680 RIVER BEND DRIVE ELIDA, OHIO 45807 PHONE: 419-615-9795

JOANN NORRIS 1509 MAYO DRIVE DEFIANCE, OHIO 43512 PHONE: 419-789-3276

Timeline

Activity Director

GlennPark Senior Community
03.2017 - Current

Executive Director for RAP

Ohio
01.2013 - Current

Director of Activities

CommuniCare Of Oak Grove Healthcare Center
01.1991 - 03.2017

Certified Activity Director

Owens Community College

High School Diploma -

Bowling Green High School

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