Kytta Kytta
Tipp City,OH
Summary
Dedicated professional with 22 years of experience in senior living communities, specializing in resident services, customer relations, team leadership, marketing support, and community outreach. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build relationships, solve problems, and create positive experiences for residents, families, coworkers, and prospective clients. Energetic, organized, and highly dependable with a strong work ethic and natural ability to connect with people.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Laurelwood Assisted Living
Dayton, OH
03.2020 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging activity programs tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff to ensure activities align with residents' physical and cognitive needs.
- Trained and mentored team members in best practices for resident engagement and safety protocols.
- Oversaw scheduling of daily events, optimizing participation through effective communication strategies.
- Evaluated activity effectiveness through resident feedback, driving continuous improvement in program offerings.
- Managed budgets for activity supplies, ensuring cost-effective utilization while maintaining quality experiences.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Led staff meetings focusing on innovative ideas to enrich the overall resident experience within the facility.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Boosted social interaction among residents through organizing regular events, outings, and group activities.
Activity Director
Trinity Community Of Beavercreek
Beavercreek, OH
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Addressed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents during group settings through effective communication strategies that maintained a positive atmosphere.
- Enhanced resident engagement by planning and executing diverse recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Trained new activity staff members on program development procedures and best practices for engaging diverse populations of older adults.
- Integrated cognitive stimulation techniques into daily programming for improved mental health outcomes among participants suffering from dementia or related conditions.
- Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
Activity Director
Elmcroft Assisted Living
Washington Township Ohio
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Fostered partnerships with community organizations to enhance resource availability for resident activities.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of activity programs through ongoing assessment and feedback from residents, families, and staff members.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or themed parties to enhance overall quality of life within the community setting.
Activity Director
Hearth and Home of Vandalia
Vandalia, OH
03.2004 - 11.2014
- Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure adequate resources were allocated for all planned activities and events.
- Adapted programming in response to changing resident needs or interests, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to providing person-centered care.
- Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northmont High School
Clayton, OHSkills
Resident Engagement & Enrichment
Assisted Living & Memory Care Programming
Marketing & Community Outreach
Sales Support & Community Tours
Event Planning & Coordination
Staff Leadership & Team Building
Calendar & Newspaper Development
Transportation Coordination
Microsoft Office
Costomer Service
Relationship Building
Timeline
Activity Director
Laurelwood Assisted Living
03.2020 - 06.2026
Activity Director
Trinity Community Of Beavercreek
08.2017 - 03.2020
Activity Director
Elmcroft Assisted Living
04.2014 - 01.2017
Activity Director
Hearth and Home of Vandalia
03.2004 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Northmont High School