Leadership in recreation management demonstrated through successful oversight of rehabilitation and community programs. Managed and trained diverse teams while developing tailored strategies that enhance community engagement and participation in sports and recreational activities.
Overview
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Certification
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31
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Supervisor
City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation
San Antonio, TX
04.2024 - Current
Approves, coordinates, implements and reviews program activities and special events at centers.
Plans, organizes, promotes, reviews and directs municipal leagues and tournaments in individual and team sports, to include conducting registration sessions; setting dates and times; determining sites and other related responsibilities, depending on area of assignment.
Plans, organizes, promotes, reviews, and directs aquatic programs, swimming meets, lifesaving instruction sessions, and other related responsibilities, depending on the area of assignment.
Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff.
Promoted community programs by effectively matching citizens with resources that met their needs.
Assist in preparing, reviewing, monitoring, and compiling program budgets.
Speaks at Community Clubs, PTA, and other organizations on recreation programs.
Ensured smooth operation of activities through diligent execution of essential responsibilities.
Track Coach
S.A. East AAU Track
San Antonio, TX
06.2010 - Current
Trained athletes for Triple Jump ex: running/conditioning/terminology/proper marks for steps/jump techniques/warm/pylometrics spent over 1300 hours training and conditioning.
Trained athletes for Long Jump ex: conditioning/running/jump techniques/stride techniques spent over 1300 hours training and conditioning/ form conditioning
Facilitated structured training sessions for athletes during designated practice hours, enhancing skill development through consistent practice.
I am the assistant sprint coach for a summer AAU Track team ex: stride out conditioning/starts conditioning/long distance training for endurance/ kick conditioning/form conditioning Practices held from 6-8pm Mon/Wed/Thur.
Taught foundational running and jumping skills alongside life skills development.
Dedicated extensive volunteer hours to support track team operations and contribute to overall team success.
Assisted in coordinating over 100 track meets, managing logistics and support from 5am to 5pm on Saturdays for major events in San Antonio.
Acted as liaison for communication related to track team events and organization. Kevin Glover 210.887.3764 @Kevlinglover@austintexas.gov
Recreation Specialist
City of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
04.2023 - 04.2024
Facilitated recreational activities for all ages, promoting inclusivity and community participation.
Conferred with staff, parents, and supervisors to identify and implement new community activities, enhancing engagement through planned recreational programs and special events.
Coordinated with volunteer coaches and participants in sports leagues, organizing equipment pickups and tracking volunteer hours to support seamless operations.
Assisted Supervisor with administrative duties, including pivot tables, staff meetings, and SYP registration and reservations.
Escorted participants to special events, tournaments, and contests.
Assisted with inventory of facilities, equipment, furniture, and supplies.
Maintained facility and equipment by lifting and carrying items weighing 15-25 lbs.
Administrative Assistant
Stability Staffing and Consulting LLC
San Antonio, TX
09.2022 - 04.2023
Managed daily office operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
Coordinated schedules, meetings, and appointments for team members and clients.
Prepared and maintained accurate records, reports, and correspondence documents.
Coordinated and managed pop-up vaccination clinics across city of SA, ensuring accessibility for community members.
Recreation Assistant
COSA
San Antonio, TX
10.2022 - 01.2023
Guided visitors to appropriate personnel and facilities, enhancing their experience and ensuring efficient service.
Executed maintenance tasks for spectator areas, restrooms, and scorekeeper areas to uphold cleanliness and functionality.
Conducted regular inspections and cleaning of equipment, ensuring safe working condition and identifying safety hazards prior to start of play.
Organizes training programs for participants.
Executed diverse tasks to support overall department operations and team efficiency.
Gateway Specialist
Meals on Wheels San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
09.2021 - 07.2022
Executed data entry for all new and existing clients, ensuring up-to-date and accurate client information. Handles all calls or inquiries as to how to sign up for services. Delivered meals during volunteer shortages. Contacted clients and or emergency contacts in regards to clients and their services. Maintained accurate records of correspondence with the State of Texas of correspondence with the State of Texas for all clients. Coordinated scheduling of new clients' intake appointments with assigned caseworkers, streamlining client onboarding process.
Coordinated meal delivery schedules for clients across various neighborhoods.
Assessed client needs to ensure appropriate meal selection and dietary requirements.
Trained and supervised volunteers in meal preparation and delivery processes.
Home Health Care Provider
Alegre Home Health
San Antonio, TX
10.2020 - 05.2022
Provided assistance with father's ADLs following Texas guidelines and company policies; executed grocery shopping to support daily living needs while ensuring compliance./ Performed cleaning tasks to maintain a hygienic living environment./ Prepared meals to meet dietary needs and preferences.
Provided compassionate personal care to clients in their homes.
Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
Managed medication schedules and ensured compliance with prescriptions.
Assisted with Assisted in Recreational Therapy to foster social interaction and well-being. as well on a twice a week basis ex: Conducted exercises to enhance physical strength and cognitive skills. to help rebuild strength in my clients and cognitive skill sets
Assistant Unit Manager/Recreational Leader
Crosspoint Inc
San Antonio, TX
08.2019 - 09.2021
Greeted patients, updated personal and insurance information, and checked Veterans in for appointments. Coordinated appointment schedules to enhance clinic efficiency by scheduling, cancelling, or rescheduling appointments and managing electronic wait lists and consult requests. Facilitated communication by answering multi-line phones and relaying messages to clinical teams during daily clinic huddles.Records Management: Processing medical records, tracking electronic orders, and managing provider text orders.
Coordinated patient appointments for units and clinics, managing schedules and electronic orders to streamline patient flow.
Assisted in managing daily operations and team schedules.
Coordinated training sessions for new staff members.
Streamlined communication between departments and teams.
Hospice Nurse
Home Instead
Metairie, LA
08.2018 - 07.2019
Provided patients with a sense of normalcy in last living moments.
Provided live-in care to address patients' needs consistently, ensuring comfort and support during critical periods.
Assisted patients with ADLs, managed medication dosages, and accompanied patients to medical appointments to enhance quality of life.
Maintained accurate records of controlled substances and overall medical well-being to ensure compliance and support patient care.
Performed light housekeeping tasks in patients' living quarters to maintain a clean and comfortable environment.
Administrative Assistant
Crosspoint Inc
San Antonio, TX
03.2014 - 07.2018
Oversaw daily office functions, ensuring efficiency and organization. and maintained organized filing systems.
Organized and managed schedules for senior staff to facilitate smooth operations. and arranged meetings for senior staff members.
Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for client meetings.
Collaborated with administrators to maintain reports and coordinate training sessions. Assisted HR manager with new hire onboarding process. Provided coverage for veterans floor, overseeing 30 male residents, managing medication schedules, and confirming and scheduling in-patient sessions and outpatient appointments. Also worked with the VA department to enroll new participants into the veterans program at Crosspoint.
Recreation Assistant
COSA
San Antonio, TX
03.2006 - 11.2011
Monitored participant safety during activities. Submitted records of participation.
Managed equipment maintenance at facilities, ensuring safety and availability for all activities.
Engaged with community in various settings to promote facility offerings and enhance local awareness.
Assisted with opening and closing multiple facilities, contributing to increased program participation and operational readiness.
Athlete
HIGHLANDS HIGH SCHOOL
San Antonio, TX
08.1995 - 06.1999
Played in over 120 JV games as a starter
Trained on court 2x a week with trainers, enhancing skills for JV female basketball from freshman to junior year
Trained and conditioned daily to improve athletic performance. 2x a day for Varsity Track Freshman-Senior
Ran in 48 track meets Freshman-Senior year, received medals in Long jump and relays
In 1996 assisted with getting our 4x200 relay to district qualifiers
Trained and conditioned 2x a day and on weekends for varsity cross country from freshman to senior year
Ran in 48 Cross Country meets Freshman-Senior Year
Led team as captain for two seasons, fostering team cohesion and motivation from sophomore to junior year
Education
CNA Certification - CNA
Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX
09-2019
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - SCIENCE
Highlands high
San Antonio, TX
06-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology (Attended)
St Philip's College
San Antonio, TX
Skills
Program management
Program development
Program quality assurance
Program evaluation
Program performance evaluation
Event planning
Recreation development
Recreational Therapy
Youth program management
Community engagement
Community outreach
Volunteer coordination
Volunteer scheduling
Volunteer recruitment
Volunteer support
Volunteer training
Team leadership
Team management
Team oversight
Staff scheduling
Staff supervision
Crisis management
Customer relationship management
Customer service
Conflict resolution
Quality assurance
Dementia Care
Facility maintenance management
Facilities maintenance
Venue security management
Venue risk assessment
Venue safety and compliance management
Safety training
Health monitoring
Compliance monitoring
Cognitive engagement
Dementia Care
Caregiving
Home care
Senior care
Dementia Care
Memory Care
Hospice Care
ADLs
AED operation
CPR
Sports Coaching
Training coordination
Performance evaluation
Time management
Administrative support
Computer skills
Process improvement
Amusement facility safety inspections
Event planning
Leadership
Team leadership
Leadership
Customer service
Volunteer recruitment
Venue safety and compliance management
CPR
Process improvement
Problem solving
Scheduling coordination
Certification
BLS Certification
March 2023 to March 2025, First Aid Certification
March 2023 to March 2025, AED Certification
March 2023 to March 2025
Basic life support CPR & AED American Heart Association, CPR Certification
Groups
SA East AAU Track Team
June 2010 to Present
I am the Long jump & Triple jump coach for a Summer track team. We instill the basics in regards to running but also work on life skills for outside of sports.
Practices are usually held M 6-8pm/W 6-8pm/Thur 6-8pm Saturdays (1,260 hours) I'd be on site for track meets from 5:00am-5:00pm (3,000 hours of volunteer time) Track Season runs end of April thru August first weekend
Point of contact Kevin Glover 210.887.3764
Additional information
Sports Recreation Experience
2004/2005 @ Dawson under Sheila Anderson I volunteered coached several Spurs league teams for basketball. Held practice for different age groups and made sure each participant learned age appropriate basics of basketball. It actually led to me being offered a permanent position with the City of SA Parks & Recreation
2023/2024 Gathered age appropriate children for The Gallery Event, Elks Hoop Shoot (trained and showed up to cheer participants on) Garza Basketball Clinic. Helped recruit and meet our numbers for all of sports leagues since April.
Barbecued and helped recruit for SANT event in October, secured donations from two separate vendors and made new collaborations (Metro Health/HEB/Porter Poultry)
Was invited to participate in the TRAPS conference 9-25-23
Completed all mandatory trainings ahead of time.
Completed Business writing fundamentals, Conflict Management.
January 27, 2023-April 5, 2023 I volunteered Coached my Spurs League Team for Dawson under Belinda Herrera (I had resigned from parks 1/27/23)
I played Junior college women's basketball for St. Philips form 8/2008-11/2010 played in over 30 games
I also coached 16u males AAU basketball "The Ballers" from 8/2015-8/2017 and was assistant coach for the Lil Lady Ballers 8/2015-8/2017
Point of Contact: Synthia Cano 726.238.6701