Jessica Passabile
Coram,NY
Summary
Accomplished Recreational Therapist specializing in developing personalized therapy programs that foster patient progress. Expert in special events and activity planning, coupled with exceptional adaptability and relationship-building skills, significantly enhancing patient well-being and achieving therapy goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Recreational Therapist
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
Brentwood, NY
06.2021 - Current
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Facilitated group recreation therapy sessions to promote progress toward individualized patient goals.
- Created and organized programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Documented daily group notes, monthly progress notes, and rehabilitation assessments to each client on assigned unit.
Recreational Therapist
Huntington Hospital
Huntington, NY
12.2020 - Current
- Organizes recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Documents patient activity during therapy groups.
- Conduct safety plans to assist the patient in acquiring the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for independent leisure and social activities, adjustment in community, decision-making ability, and appropriate use of free time.
Recreation Therapist
United Cerebral Palsy
Bayville, NY
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Documented overall well-being of residents and progress to evaluate activities for enjoyment and efficacy.
- Encouraged clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
- Created and implemented daily recreation group schedule for all residents based on individualized strengths and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
St. Joseph's College
Patchogue, NY05.2020
Skills
- Special events planning
- Activity Planning
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Relationship Building
Certification
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Timeline
Senior Recreational Therapist
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
06.2021 - Current
Recreational Therapist
Huntington Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Recreation Therapist
United Cerebral Palsy
06.2020 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
St. Joseph's College