Karlie Boylan
Lake Orion,MI
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Therapist
PONTIAC General Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights within the larger healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary services and accommodations.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for patients, resulting in increased overall satisfaction and progress toward goals.
- Provided one-on-one counseling sessions for patients, addressing emotional needs and fostering personal growth.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting social interaction and support among participants.
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
- Instructed patients in activities and techniques such as dance, music or art designed to meet specific physical or psychological needs.
- Prepared and submitted reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare professionals to discuss updates on patient progress and develop collaborative strategies.
Infant Teacher
Big Blue Marble Academy
07.2023 - 01.2024
- I helped babies develop physical, emotional, cognitive, and language skills
Recreational Therapist
Bridges of Indiana
01.2022 - 06.2023
- I conducted assessments on clients and formulated a treatment plan to address client goals
- I worked with clients utilizing their leisure interests and used those as modalities to work on achieving the client’s goals
- The client’s progress was documented in progress notes
Recreational Therapy Coordinator
Willingway
11.2020 - 07.2021
- I assessed, planned, and implemented activities on leisure activities to diverse patients
- I supervised two staff members as interns
- I worked with a holistic team to provide care for patients who misuse substances
Hydration Specialist for Georgia Southern Football Team
Georgia Southern Athletics Department
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Prepare and execute essential goods for the football team and coaches;
- Foster connections with trainers, coaches, and players;
- Safely transport, set up, and remove goods for all games and practices
Education
Masters of Sport Psychology -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Recreation with an Emphasis in Recreational Therapy, Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA12.2020
Skills
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Crisis Prevention Institute certified
- Google Suite proficient
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Facilitated Skill-building Groups
- Recreational Therapy
- Autism Experience
- Mindfulness techniques
- Social skills development
- Mental health support
- Activity planning
- Multicultural competence
References
- Bryce Sorrier, GSU football athletic trainer, (912) 536-3030
- Grainger Ballard, current supervisee at Willingway, (912) 424-4031
- Rita Cobb, former recreational therapist at Willingway, (912) 659-9995
Additionalreferences
Available upon request
Timeline
Recreational Therapist
PONTIAC General Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Infant Teacher
Big Blue Marble Academy
07.2023 - 01.2024
Recreational Therapist
Bridges of Indiana
01.2022 - 06.2023
Recreational Therapy Coordinator
Willingway
11.2020 - 07.2021
Hydration Specialist for Georgia Southern Football Team
Georgia Southern Athletics Department
08.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Recreation with an Emphasis in Recreational Therapy, Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Masters of Sport Psychology -
Capella University
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