Lashunne Jackson
Birmingham,AL
Summary
I am writing in response to your advertisement in for Activity Director After reading your job description, I am confident that my skills and my passion for the elderly are a perfect match for this position.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Baron House
Hueytown, Alabama
04.2023 - Current
- Plans and conducts therapeutic recreational and leisure activities for elderly as well as mentally ill and physically disabled patients
- Encourages patients to participate in hobbies and/or interests such as arts and crafts, social activities, cooking, gardening, sewing, and adapted sports as determined by the patient’s capabilities, needs and interests
- Developed engaging programs for residents to enhance social interaction.
- Coordinated activities to promote physical and mental wellness for participants.
- Trained staff on best practices for facilitating recreational events.
- Collaborated with families to tailor activities to individual resident needs.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for daily and special events effectively.
- Monitored participation levels to ensure inclusive engagement among all residents.
- Facilitated communication between residents, staff, and families to improve satisfaction.
- Implemented safety protocols during activities to ensure a secure environment.
- Created monthly activity calendars with a variety of recreational options.
- Organized events such as holiday parties, bingo nights, and movie screenings.
- Assisted residents with physical activities such as walks and exercise classes.
- Planned and published calendar of events for facility.
- Designed and led activities in crafts, music and sports.
- Maintained accurate records of participant attendance and progress notes.
- Worked closely with families to ensure that their loved ones were receiving appropriate care.
- Coordinated calendars, shifts and activity schedules with staff.
- Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to those who required additional assistance.
- Interacted with patients and families by addressing questions and concerns.
- Developed and implemented engaging activities for seniors in long-term care facilities.
- Adapted existing activities or developed new ones to meet the changing needs of participants.
- Supervised volunteers and provided guidance when necessary.
- Handled budgetary concerns, keeping activities affordable.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations regarding safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Monitored the progress of participants in order to assess program effectiveness.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used during activities.
- Calculated and recorded department expenses and revenue.
- Assigned tasks and work hours to staff.
- Interviewed and hired associates to fill staff vacancies.
- Explained rules and regulations of facilities and entertainment attractions to customers.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Cleaned equipment and areas of amusement parks, cruise ships or other recreational facilities.
Activity Director
Fair Haven. Nursing and rehab
Irondale, AL
05.2017 - 09.2024
- Developed engaging programs for residents to enhance social interaction.
- Coordinated activities to promote physical and mental wellness for participants.
- Trained staff on best practices for facilitating recreational events.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sun Bridge Rehabilitation and Health
Gardendale, AL
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Performs routine duties in caring for patients in long-term care facility
- Responds to signal lights to determine patients’ needs; receives and responds to patient complaints; notify nurse as problems occur
- Take and record pulse, height, weight, respiration, and blood pressure
Certified Nursing Assistant
Essex South
Birmingham, AL
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Perform daily routine in caring for patients in a mindful manner
- Respond to patients in need of physical and mental need
- Require the daily task of taking medicines or checking blood sugar levels, making sure the maintenance for their good health
Education
License, Certification - Alabama State Certified Nursing Assistant, Alabama State Patient Activities Coordinator/Qualified Activity Consultant
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AlSkills
I can saw, knit,ain't,cook,plan parties, social network for volunteers and vendorsTalk with hospice care workers for volunteers and supplies I can decorate and get along with others, I'm a team player
Websites
References
Mr. Robert Cooper, (256)-(322)-(1335)
Timeline
Activity Director
Baron House
04.2023 - Current
Activity Director
Fair Haven. Nursing and rehab
05.2017 - 09.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sun Bridge Rehabilitation and Health
01.2006 - 01.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant
Essex South
01.2003 - 01.2005
License, Certification - Alabama State Certified Nursing Assistant, Alabama State Patient Activities Coordinator/Qualified Activity Consultant
Jefferson State Community College