Skye Gregoryy
WEST MONROE,Louisiana
Summary
Versatile Child Life Volunteer facilitating emotional support and age-appropriate play needs for infants, children, and adolescents during hospital stay. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate pediatric care for patients and families. Continually maintains a positive attitude in life-threatening, stressful situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Student
Certified Child Life Specialist
Shreveport, LA
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Discussed diversion, distraction, and relaxation to help reduce stress and anxiety for families and patients during intrusive procedures.
- Created therapeutic activities to promote patient and sibling development, enhancing outlets for peer interaction, coping, and positive interactions.
- Planned therapeutic play activities and programs for groups of pediatric patients to meet developmental and psychosocial needs pertaining to individualized stressors.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive, and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings, and decorations.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Organized and stored toys and materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Practicum Student
PIne Hills Advocacy Center
Ruston, LA
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Assessed clients for neglect and abusive situations to compile documentation for court hearings and reports.
Volunteer
Firm Foundations Pediatric Therapy
Ruston, LA
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Assisted therapists in providing therapy sessions to pediatric patients.
- Interacted and engaged with children to create a comfortable and welcoming environment.
- Supported children in completing therapy exercises and activities under the guidance of a speech pathologist
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for children of all abilities and backgrounds.
- Communicated effectively with therapists, staff, and parents to ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach to patient care.
Children's Ministry Intern
Sally Hearn
Ruston, LA
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities.
- Taught children educational games to reinforce learning of alphabets and numbers.
- Developed healthy relationships with children to provide support and guidance in learning.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children. Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities, and concerns.
Education
Human Development And Family Science
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA01-2024
Skills
- Child Advocacy
- Event Planning
- Child Supervision
- Infant Care
- Child Safety
- Early Childhood Development
- Lesson Planning
- Educational Support
- Needs Assessment
- Youth Mentoring
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early childhood knowledge
- Creative Thinking
- Recreational Activities
- Problem-Solving
- Social and Emotional Development
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Imaginative Play-Based Learning
Timeline
Practicum Student
Certified Child Life Specialist
03.2024 - 05.2024
Practicum Student
PIne Hills Advocacy Center
12.2023 - 02.2024
Volunteer
Firm Foundations Pediatric Therapy
10.2022 - 10.2022
Children's Ministry Intern
Sally Hearn
04.2021 - 07.2021
Human Development And Family Science
Louisiana Tech University
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