Hermione Reece
Southfield
Summary
Compassionate Life Enrichment Assistant known for the ability to complete tasks efficiently and with high productivity. Skilled in program development, therapeutic recreation techniques, and event coordination. Excel in empathy, communication, and teamwork to enhance residents' quality of life. Thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring activities are both meaningful and engaging for all participants.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1983
1983
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Life Enrichment Assistant
Advantage Living Center-Samaritan/ The Orchards
02.2011 - Current
- Facilitated engaging activities to promote resident participation and socialization.
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks to enhance their quality of life.
- Coordinated recreational programs tailored to individual resident interests and abilities.
- Supported staff in managing events and activities within the community setting.
- Maintained a safe and welcoming environment for all residents and visitors.
- Documented resident interactions and feedback to inform future programming decisions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address resident needs effectively.
- Promoted wellness initiatives to encourage healthy lifestyles among residents.
- Organized field trips to community attractions for the purpose of providing social interaction and recreation for residents.
- Implemented strategies designed to promote an active lifestyle among the elderly population living in the facility.
- Engaged volunteers from the community to assist with life enrichment programming.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' attendance at programs and events.
- Encouraged participation in group activities such as arts and crafts, music therapy, bingo, exercise classes.
- Provided assistance with mobility issues such as wheelchair transfers or ambulation training.
- Developed meaningful relationships with residents through one-on-one visits and conversations.
- Created a positive environment by demonstrating respect for all individuals regardless of age, race or gender.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure that all services are provided efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding quality assurance standards related to life enrichment services.
- Monitored resident safety while participating in leisure activities.
- Supervised residents during meals and monitored eating habits and nutritional intake.
- Developed daily activity plans based on resident interests and abilities.
Education
Mumford High School
Detroit, MISkills
- activity planning
- resident assessment
- event coordination
- staff collaboration
- wellness promotion
- safety monitoring
- effective communication
- relationship building
- attention to detail
- creative problem solving
- team leadership
- Motivational techniques
- Creative programming
- Adaptive planning
- Music appreciation
- Artistic expression
- Physical fitness
- Empathetic communication
- Behavioral support
- Individualized care plans
- Healthcare coordination
- Records management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Professional demeanor
- Excellent communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Life Enrichment Assistant
Advantage Living Center-Samaritan/ The Orchards
02.2011 - Current
Mumford High School