Joan Keehn
Algona,IA
Summary
Proven leader in activity organization and team management, I excelled at Algona Good Samaritan Society by enhancing resident wellbeing through innovative event planning and effective staff coordination. Skilled in budgeting and staff training, I ensured optimal department performance, demonstrating reliability and strong communication.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Director
Algona Good Samaritan Society
09.1993 - 12.2023
In this position, I worked on the department budget. I was responsible for overseeing staff schedules and progress. Some of these activities included- party planning, scheduled bus rides for the residents and activity outings. I worked well with other departments to assure the residents at Good Samaritan were living their fullest potential. Their emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing are very important in developing and planning an activity program.
Education
Activity Director Certificate -
Iowa Lakes Community College
Algona, IAHigh School Diploma -
Algona High School
Algona, IA05.1977
Skills
- Activity Organization
- Organizational Skills
- Event planning experience
- Understanding of budgeting
- Team Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Small group leadership
- Staff Training
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Effective Communication
- Professionalism
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified
Yearly Continuing Education as an Activity Director
Additional Information
I worked for 30 years with the majority of the clergy in Algona and surrounding communities.
I worked with the RSVP through ILCC and their volunteer program.
I retired from my Activity Director position in December of 2023.
References:
Heather Strohman 712-298-1665
Lara Kleier 515-361-0407
Timeline
Activity Director
Algona Good Samaritan Society
09.1993 - 12.2023
Activity Director Certificate -
Iowa Lakes Community College
High School Diploma -
Algona High School
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