Kristie Nothnagle, MS CTRS
Spencerport,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Therapist
VA Finger Lakes Health Care System
07.2008 - Current
- Assess, develop and implement Recreation Therapy treatment plan goals for 1:1 and group interventions to address physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychological needs in multiple settings.
- Coordinate with community partners and volunteer groups for expanded veteran programs.
- Offer outpatient Recreation Therapy programs virtually and in-person.
- Local coach for National Veterans Golden Age Games (schedule and organize practice sessions, assist with athlete registration, travel plans and promote fitness for life.
- Local coordinator for National Veterans Creative Arts Festival (NVCAF). Organize local show, submit winning entries for national judging, assist Veterans with national show paperwork.
- Procured grant funding for NVCAF; 2022, 2023.
- Participate in outreach events within the VA to promote Recreation Therapy services.
- Coordinate with Whole Health promoting and assisting in Therapeutic Horticulture programs within the community.
- Facilitate individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Facilitate Gero-fit classes both virtually and in-person.
- Purchase card holder for national event funds.
- Interview panel member for Recreation Therapy.
- Acting Recreational Therapy supervisor as requested/needed.
- VA Supervisor Ready program participant - Fall 2023.
Director or Recreation
Heather Heights Of Pittsford
04.2008 - 07.2008
- Recruitment and hiring new Recreation Therapy staff.
- Scheduling and daily supervision of Recreation Therapy staff.
- Organized recreation calendars for assisted living, long term and memory care residents.
- Individual assessment and documentation, including MDS and care plans for residents.
- Created monthly newsletters.
- Weekend manager on duty.
- Recruited, supervised and supported volunteers.
- Purchased supplies for Recreation Therapy department.
Director Of Recreation and Volunteer Services
Wesley Gardens
05.2007 - 04.2008
- Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable to meet their physical, social, emotional needs.
- Assisted residents with problems or complaints and completed administrative tasks.
- Purchased necessary equipment and materials to use for recreational activities.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Supervised Recreation Therapy staff and conducted performance evaluations.
- Trained and provided information to new volunteers to contribute to activities and programs in constructive ways.
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Lifetimes Adult Day Health Care
12.2004 - 05.2007
- Conducted patient evaluations to identify mental, emotional, social and physical aptitudes, assess abilities and identify conditions suitable for recreational interventions
- Maintained and ordered appropriate materials and supplies for interventions.
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
- Supervised volunteers and BOCES students.
Recreation Therapist
Wesley Gardens
08.2004 - 12.2004
- Interviewed and surveyed approximately 120 residents to learn interests and talents and completed individualized care plans.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Documented overall well-being of residents and progress to evaluate activities for enjoyment and efficacy.
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
Recreation Therpaist
Fairport Baptist Homes
05.2003 - 08.2004
- Assessments and care plan documentation for approximately 60 residents in long term care.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Provided 1:1, group and community programming.
Education
Master of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY1999
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
SUNY College At Alfred
Alfred, NY1997
Skills
- Motivated self-starter
- Organized
- Creative programming
- Flexible
Certification
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
- PeaceLove Creator
- Certified Yoga Instructor
- Contracting Officer's Training (COR) Level 1
- Basic Life Support
- Water Safety
Affiliations
National Veterans Golden Age Games Advisory Council Member; 2019-present
- Chair (6 months) Took Meeting minutes and scheduled additional meetings as needed.
- Co-developed mentoring program for NVGAG coaches; monthly training to help better prepare coaches at their local level.
- Review and modify pre and post surveys.
- Member of the NVGAG strategic planning meetings- September 2020.
Finger Lakes Regional Activity Association (FLRAA) Member; 2011-present
- Vice President 2020-present
- Co-organize quarterly meetings and workshops for continuing education credit.
- Manage FLRAA Facebook page.
References
Melissa Kropf, Nurse Practitioner
VA Finger Lakes Health Care
(585) 738-2515
Michele Rice, LMSW
VA Finger Lakes Health Care
(585) 967-4301
Joni Osmundson, CTRS
Program Specialist, Department of Veterans Affairs
(319) 290-4742
Timeline
Recreation Therapist
VA Finger Lakes Health Care System
07.2008 - Current
Director or Recreation
Heather Heights Of Pittsford
04.2008 - 07.2008
Director Of Recreation and Volunteer Services
Wesley Gardens
05.2007 - 04.2008
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Lifetimes Adult Day Health Care
12.2004 - 05.2007
Recreation Therapist
Wesley Gardens
08.2004 - 12.2004
Recreation Therpaist
Fairport Baptist Homes
05.2003 - 08.2004
Master of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
SUNY College At Brockport
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
SUNY College At Brockport
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
SUNY College At Alfred
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
- PeaceLove Creator
- Certified Yoga Instructor
- Contracting Officer's Training (COR) Level 1
- Basic Life Support
- Water Safety
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