KIMBERLY LARSON
Summary
Experienced with community engagement and program coordination. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive community initiatives. Track record of successful event planning and fostering positive relationships within diverse groups. Passionate and enthusiastic in helping individuals live their best lives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Life Coordinator & Social Service Designee
Grand Meadow Healthcare Center & The Meadows Assisted Living
05.2013 - Current
- Plan & implement a person-centered, care-focused, wellness program for approximately 50 residents to meet and exceed the requirements of Federal, State Health Department and other regulatory entities. Assist as the Social Service Designee to meet Residents needs in facility and to prepare for returning to the community. Managed the volunteer program consisting of 10 volunteers. Documented resident activity and progress in the electronic medical record. Developed and distributed monthly wellness and community life program calendars and newsletters. Coordinated residents' health care appointments. Managed facilities' social media accounts and marketed community activities in the local newspaper. Utilized multiple computer software programs including Microsoft Office, Kronos, Simply Works, Point Click Care, Eldermark and Rtaskts. Maintained and ordered supplies required for activities, events and entertainment. Applied for grants to help fund special projects for the campus to engage Residents.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Austin Public School District
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Provided classroom support to students with special needs including assistance with classwork, administration of tests and tutoring small groups to ensure learning was optimized for students of all learning levels. Utilized de-escalation techniques to ensure the safety of the students and staff.
Dance Instructor & Dance Coach
Just for Kix & Ellis Middle School
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Provided dance instruction to students in preschool through high school in jazz, tap, lyrical, kick team, and hip hop. Taught five to 20 students at a time and instructed up to 12 classes per week.
Health Promotion Assistant & Fitness Specialist
Penrose – St. Francis Health Services
05.2001 - 01.2008
- Developed and coordinated ongoing health promotion programs for five campuses and up to 800 employees. Programs included educational classes, Lunch ‘N Learns, health screenings, massage therapy, fitness challenges and activities. Served as the system administrator for the department’s web-based wellness program. Managed the Smoking Cessation Program and actively participated on the Safety Monitor Committee, Mission in Motion taskforce, Employees Activity Committee that promoted a positive, team-oriented, service environment reflected by the department goals and Centura core values. Conducted office duties to ensure customer satisfaction. Maintained the computer databases for tracking and participation for the Health Improvement Incentive Program, Wellness Center, and analyzed the data for the Wellness Center facilities. Designed and distributed marketing materials for classes and events to employees, community members and business groups.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science with an emphasis in Wellness, minor in Business Administration
Wayne State College
Wayne, Nebraska05.2001
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Fundraising expertise
- Positive reinforcement
- Client advocacy
- Disability awareness
- Mental health support
- Recreational activities
- Teamwork
- Effective customer communication
- Onsite facility tours
- Regulatory compliance
- Social services
- Volunteer management
- Event planning
- Negotiation
- Problem-solving aptitude
Affiliations
- Member, Minnesota Statewide Activity Professional
- Grand Meadow Senior Living Team Captain Walk to End Alzheimer's
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Minnesota Board of Nursing
- CPR for Healthcare Providers, American Red Cross
- CARES Dementia Basics, HealthCare Interactive
- CARES Dementia Advanced Care, HealthCare Interactive
- Life Space Crisis Intervention, Life Space Crisis Intervention, Inc.
- Certified Jazz and Tap Instructor, Dance Masters of America
Awards
Above and Beyond Award, 2017 Grand Meadow Public School, Grand Meadow, MN, Spring Employee Excellence Award, 2017 Tealwood Incorporated, President’s Award, 2007 Penrose - St. Francis Health Services, Colorado Springs, CO, Recipient of Gold Start! Fit Friendly Company, 2007 American Heart Association, Elected to Penrose Mission in Motion Recognition & Rewards Team, 2007 Penrose - St. Francis Health Services, Colorado Springs, CO
Languages
English
Timeline
Community Life Coordinator & Social Service Designee
Grand Meadow Healthcare Center & The Meadows Assisted Living
05.2013 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Austin Public School District
08.2008 - 05.2013
Dance Instructor & Dance Coach
Just for Kix & Ellis Middle School
08.2008 - 08.2011
Health Promotion Assistant & Fitness Specialist
Penrose – St. Francis Health Services
05.2001 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science with an emphasis in Wellness, minor in Business Administration
Wayne State College
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