Recreation Specialist
Open To Work
HOLLY COULTER
FCPride Soccer Club
Indianapolis,Indiana
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Recreational Academy Program DirectorRecreation Director / Community Relations Director / TransportationDirector of Activities / Wellness CoordinatorReceptionistWork Type
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Indianapolis, IndianaGreenfield, IndianaFishers IndianaOpen to relocation:
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Recreational professional prepared to leverage experience in creating dynamic and enjoyable activities for participants. Known for strong focus on teamwork and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring smooth operation and high levels of participant engagement. Skilled in program planning and customer service, bringing energy and enthusiasm to all projects.
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
4 Years 6 Months- Provided nurturing care and support to children.
- Developed strong relationships with family, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and a safe and orderly group.
Recreational Academy Program Director
8 Years 7 Months- Schedules all practice, league and tournament games for up to 60 teams
- Coordinated end of year celebration to recognize player achievements and enhance community engagement
- Coordinates game times and locations with the Referee Assignor
- Communicates with families and coaches to ensure the best possible experience for each player
- Built age-appropriate teams and recruited, trained volunteer coaches to support player development
- Scheduled all practice, league, and tournament games for up to 60 teams, ensuring optimal use of facilities and resources
- Orders uniforms and awards
Recreation Director / Community Relations Director / Transportation
16 Years 10 Months- Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in programming to adapt to changing community needs
- Developed diverse monthly calendar and informative newsletter within budgetary constraints
- Gained expertise in assisted living facility policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices
- Established competence in assisted living facility policies and procedures in order to ensure that practices
Senior Health Coach
9 Months- Developed collaborative care plans that educated residents on treatment options, enhancing their understanding and engagement in their health decisions
- Developed collaborative care plans by educating residents on treatment options
- Established and executed a comprehensive set of guidelines to measure program and policy effectiveness
- Established and executed guidelines that measured program and policy effectiveness, ensuring continual improvement and alignment with resident needs
- Provided quality customer service, fostering trust and building strong relationships with clients, families, and partnering organizations
Director of Activities / Wellness Coordinator
2 Years 3 Months- Mediated interpersonal conflicts to foster a supportive and collaborative environment
- Developed and coordinated patient care action plans with families and doctors, ensuring tailored services for residents
- Integrated the 5 dimensions of health into monthly calendars, providing residents with diverse leisure opportunities and enriching experiences
Head Women’s Softball Coach / Assistant Basketball Coach / Instructor of Recreation
4 Years 11 Months- Supervised coaching staff and student managers
- Developed and administered softball schedules, transportation, umpires and facility rental
- Monitored the athletic eligibility of players
- Coordinated and promoted athletic events, enhancing community engagement and fundraising efforts
- Inspecting facilities and equipment for cleanliness, safety, and upkeep
- Maintained awareness of industry events and changes, such as regulation changes
- Developed and administered softball schedules and logistics, optimizing team operations and resource allocation
- Established budget and approved purchases for equipment and facility upgrades, ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Instructed courses in recreation management and therapeutic recreation management
Program Director
4 Years- Assessed risk and implemented appropriate responses to safeguard client well-being
- Trained and supervised staff of 8 to enhance program quality and client outcomes
- Provided counseling and social interaction opportunities for adolescents and family members
- Facilitated counseling and social interaction opportunities for adolescents and families to promote engagement and support
- Demonstrated ability to assess risk and respond appropriately
Education
B.S. - Therapeutic Recreation / Recreation Management
Skills
Program scheduling
Volunteer coordination
Staff supervision
Budget management
Facility coordination
Athletic scheduling
Game day operations
Tournament planning
Participant registration
Recreation programming
Youth development
Family engagement
Community outreach
Wellness programming
Parent communication
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
02.2022 - Current
Senior Health Coach
Paradigm Health
12.2018 - 09.2019
Recreational Academy Program Director
FCPride Soccer Club
01.2018 - Current
Recreation Director / Community Relations Director / Transportation
Wickshire Fort Harrison
09.2003 - 07.2020
Director of Activities / Wellness Coordinator
Westside Retirement Village
06.2001 - 09.2003
Head Women’s Softball Coach / Assistant Basketball Coach / Instructor of Recreation
Indiana Institute of Technology
07.1996 - 06.2001
Program Director
Crossroads Children’s Home
03.1993 - 03.1997
Indiana Institute of Technology
B.S. from Therapeutic Recreation / Recreation Management