Jordyn Felice
Webster
Summary
Compassionate Recreation Therapist experienced across adult inpatient psychiatry, neurobehavioral dementia care, and pediatric behavioral health. Skilled in trauma-informed care, behavioral assessment, and non-pharmacological interventions for aggression and dysregulation. Experienced in implementing person-centered interventions to improve quality of life. Strong background in validation, de-escalation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a consistent focus on maintaining safe, structured, therapeutic environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Rochester Regional Health System
Newark, NY
2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized recreational therapy programs for diverse patient populations.
- Assessed patient needs and preferences to enhance engagement in therapeutic activities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting social interaction and emotional well-being.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences, webinars, and trainings to stay current with best practices in behavioral health nursing care.
- Applied de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to safely manage combative or high-risk situations
- Modified environments and activity structures to minimize triggers and promote a calm, structured setting
Recreation Therapist
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
Syracuse, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and facilitated therapeutic recreation programs for children with psychiatric and behavioral disorders to support emotional regulation and skill development
- Provided short-term therapeutic support to children with psychiatric and behavioral disorders in a structured outpatient respite setting
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, psychiatrists, case managers, and families) to ensure continuity of care and effective treatment planning
- Maintained a safe, structured, and supportive environment for children in crisis or transition
Recreation Therapy Intern
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Observed and recorded patient’s daily progress notes.
- Encouraged patient’s participation in recreational activities.
- Attended treatment plan meetings.
- Facilitated programs for patients with psychiatric disabilities.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients and provided a safe space for conversation.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Recreational Therapy
State University of New York College at Cortland
Cortland, NY05-2021
Skills
Non-Pharmacological Interventions (sensory stimulation, music, reminiscence)
Trauma-Informed & Person-Centered Care
Environmental Modification for Behavior Reduction
Redirection & Validation Techniques
Group & 1:1 Facilitation
Therapeutic Presence & Empathy
Accomplishments
Created a sensory room to improve patient engagement and reduce behavioral escalation through structured sensory-based, trauma-informed interventions.
Revised the recreation therapy assessment to enhance person-centered care and better align interventions with individual patient strengths, needs, and goals.
Created “All About Me” boards by collaborating with families to personalize resident profiles displayed outside patient rooms, enhancing person-centered care and staff engagement.
Served as the point person for pet therapy services, coordinating visits and integrating animal-assisted interventions into therapeutic recreation programming.
Certification
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- November 2019
- Job Shadowing - Observation Hours, Hutchings Psychiatric Center
- Observed with two Therapeutic Recreation Specialists in Adult Outpatient and Child Respite units while they performed their duties
- Performed basic therapeutic recreation tasks
- June 2018 – August 2018
- Child Care Provider, The Jones Family
- Provided full-time care for child with autism spectrum disorder and sibling (ages 5 and 6)
- Organized activities to enhance gross and fine motor skills including arts and crafts, outside play and games
- Established a set routine each day to provide a sense of security and stability
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, October 2021
- LeadingAge NY Annual Conference (2025), Saratoga Springs, NY – Aging services and long-term care practices
- Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre – Online dementia care training
- NYSTRA Conference (2022) – Therapeutic recreation and behavioral health programming
Employee Of The Month
Received Employee of the Month for being compassionate, caring, offering helpful suggestions, and being a strong asset to the team.
Timeline
Recreation Therapist
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Recreation Therapy Intern
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
01.2021 - 04.2021
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Rochester Regional Health System
2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science Degree - Recreational Therapy
State University of New York College at Cortland