Jessica Torres
Carson City
Summary
Proactive, goal-oriented professional recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills in fast-paced environments. Committed to leveraging strengths to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth while effectively supporting executive leadership through adept handling of confidential information and management of complex schedules. Focused on fostering collaboration and meeting dynamic business needs through outstanding communication and organizational skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
QIDP
Eagle Valley Children's Home
Carson City, NV
06.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion.
- Integrate, coordinate, and monitor each client's active treatment, ensuring all aspects of their care are aligned with their individual needs and goals
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans, which may include educational, vocational, and recreational activities
- Collaborate with other professionals, including direct care staff, therapists, and medical personnel, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care
Recreation Coordinator
Eagle Valley Children's Home
07.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments on projects related to recreational programming.
- Maintained department equipment inventory; ordered supplies for recreation programs.
- Developed budgets and maintained financial records; prepared donation applications for fundraising.
- Conducted outreach services to local schools, community organizations and businesses.
- Provided assistance in the development of new recreational activities or programs.
- Provided guidance and support to team members during special events or activities.
- Coordinated special events, such as parties, festivals and holiday celebrations.
- Adhered to organizational standards regarding quality assurance and performance excellence.
- Prepared reports outlining program successes and areas needing improvement or attention.
- Planned, organized and conducted recreational activities to meet the needs of the clients; monitored program operations and participant safety.
- Created activity schedules according to client objectives and goals.
- Participated in continuing education to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
Recreation Assistant
Eagle Valley Children's Home
11.2009 - 07.2019
- Participate, as appropriate, as an IDT member to address the client's leisure/recreational activities based on his/her needs, strengths, and interests.
- Participate in the development of each client's active treatment schedule, as appropriate, for planned daily activity and exercise periods; free time for individuals or group activities; and planned outdoor periods year round.
- Provide training for clients in the use of recreation areas and facilities designed and constructed for their use regardless of their disabilities.
- Assist in providing activities designed to meet Individual, personal, and therapeutic needs in self-expression, social interaction, and entertainment.
- Assist in the development of skills, including physical and motor skills, and interests leading to enjoyable and satisfying use of leisure time.
- Assist in improving socialization and increasing interaction with others.
- Provide training for direct care staff in the use of recreational services and activities as part of the active treatment process.
- Keep abreast of recreational resources and services available in the community and how to access them in order to maximize the use of generic programs whenever possible.
- Document, as required, client participation in recreational activities.
- Comply with and enforce facility safety procedures, along with all facility HIPPA and administrative policies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire06-2024
Associates Degree - Arts Major, Psychology, Geology, English, Biology
Western Nevada College
Graduated - Psychology, Spanish, Calculus, Biology
Douglas High School
01-2007
Skills
- Highly organized with superior attention to detail
- Dedicated and positive attitude
- Self-motivated
- Professional and personable
- Dependable and responsible
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
QIDP
Eagle Valley Children's Home
06.2024 - Current
Recreation Coordinator
Eagle Valley Children's Home
07.2019 - Current
Recreation Assistant
Eagle Valley Children's Home
11.2009 - 07.2019
Graduated - Psychology, Spanish, Calculus, Biology
Douglas High School
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates Degree - Arts Major, Psychology, Geology, English, Biology
Western Nevada College