Heather Beebe
Houston,TX
Summary
Engagement or Activities Directorship position desired where assets include a Bachelor’s degree double major in Fine Arts and Psychology, as well as five years of experience in senior living as both a Director and seasoned Program Coordinator. Experience working with varying levels of dementia in assisted living, memory care, and independent living; a deep love of elders; strong verbal communication; extensive experience in teaching and facilitating workshops and classes in fiber arts, drawing, watercolor painting and crafts; certified yoga and physical fitness instructor with over 15 years experience. Though my background is varied, each skill set has served to deepen my repertoire.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Director
The Villages of the Heights
Houston , TX
05.2023 - Current
- Developed, implemented and evaluated programs to enhance the quality of life for residents.
- Maintained a budget and monitored expenses related to life enrichment activities.
- Planned and organized special events such as holiday celebrations, birthday parties and outings.
- Assisted residents in selecting meaningful leisure activities that promoted independence, self-esteem and social interaction.
- Organized intergenerational volunteer opportunities between students from local schools and senior citizens in the community.
- Trained staff members on proper procedures for implementing life enrichment programs.
- Planned, organized or led exercise routines, athletic events or arts and crafts.
Resident Programs Coordinator
Brookdale West University
Houston , TX
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaboration with sales partners and clinical leadership to assess resident status.
- Plan, develop and implement creative and exciting programs, trips and events to meet the individual needs and interests of the residents.
- Teach ongoing acrylic, watercolor and crafting classes as well as exercise, yoga and water aerobics.
- Interview new residents through TSO Life program and provide evaluations.
- Ensure that daily, weekly and monthly calendars of events are posted.
Private Nanny
K. Healan Gaston
Houston, TX
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Engaged with children to create nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by teaching children new ideas each day.
Concierge
Anthology Senior Living
Houston, TX
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Responsible for greeting visitors, arranging tours of the property, answering a multi-line telephone, fielding calls and providing clerical support to the administrative staff.
- Provided knowledge of services and programs to inquiries from potential new residents.
Activities Assistant
Garden Villas of O’Fallon
St. Louis , MO
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Coordinated musical guests, movies and other entertainment.
- Tracked resident demographics and preferences to develop activities plans.
- Gathered and prepared equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
Community Life Assistant
Watermark of St. Peter’s
St. Louis , MO
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Taught watercolor painting and drawing classes, as well as chair exercise and yoga.
- Transported residents to doctor’s appointments.
- Assistance with iPhone and iPad.
- Filled in as Concierge at Front Desk including uploading work orders, and scheduling appointments as well as calling in emergencies and monitoring residents health complaints.
Personal Assistant
Knitorious
St. Louis , MO
09.2010 - 08.2019
- Organized personal and professional calendars, including reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed as appropriate.
- Managed stock inventory and product ordering.
- Designed window displays.
- Typed documents, updated websites and compiled information for meetings.
- Conducted extensive online and phone research.
Guest Instructor
Studio Gaia Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
01.2009 - 02.2016
- Taught beginning, intermediate and advanced yoga classes.
- Facilitated Sound Healing workshops with Symphonic and Sound Creation gongs.
Certified Instructor
Urban Breath Yoga
St. Louis , MO
09.2010 - 06.2015
- Taught beginning, intermediate and advanced yoga classes.
- Facilitated Sound Healing immersions and special events.
- Offered private instruction in alignment, meditation and relaxation.
Certified Instructor
Yoga Source
St. Louis , MO
01.2009 - 06.2013
- Taught beginning, intermediate and advanced yoga classes.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Painting
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO07.1999
Skills
- Group facilitation
- Activity coordination
- Communication
- Event Planning
Timeline
Life Enrichment Director
The Villages of the Heights
05.2023 - Current
Resident Programs Coordinator
Brookdale West University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Concierge
Anthology Senior Living
10.2021 - 12.2021
Private Nanny
K. Healan Gaston
06.2021 - 01.2022
Activities Assistant
Garden Villas of O’Fallon
02.2021 - 05.2021
Community Life Assistant
Watermark of St. Peter’s
06.2020 - 01.2021
Personal Assistant
Knitorious
09.2010 - 08.2019
Certified Instructor
Urban Breath Yoga
09.2010 - 06.2015
Guest Instructor
Studio Gaia Edwardsville
01.2009 - 02.2016
Certified Instructor
Yoga Source
01.2009 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Painting
Maryville University of Saint Louis