Marissa Joseph
East Haven,CT
Summary
Compassionate and motivated healthcare student eager to apply strong communication and teamwork skills in a theraputic setting to support high quality patient care
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST
WHISPERING PINES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER
EAST HAVEN, CT
08.2023 - Current
- Greeted visitors and residents warmly upon arrival at the facility.
- Managed incoming calls and directed them to appropriate staff members.
- Monitored front lobby activity and directed questions to proper departments.
- Scheduled appointments, resident visits, and transport requests with staff coordination.
- Maintained reception records, logs, and patient-related paperwork with accuracy.
Memory Cafe
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, Connecticut
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Maintains a safe and welcoming environment during group events.
- Assists clients in engaging in activities to enhance social interaction.
Therapeutic Recreation Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
West Haven, Connecticut
05.2026 - 09.2026
- Facilitated therapeutic recreation sessions for veterans to enhance physical and emotional well-being.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs and interests.
PEER MENTOR
SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
NEW HAVEN, CT
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Guided students in academic planning and course selection processes.
- Provided one-on-one support to peers in navigating university resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Therapy | Concentration (RT-OT)
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2027
Skills
- Therapeutic techniques
- Communication skills
- Mindfulness techniques
- Mental health support
- Individualized treatment
- Organizational skills
Volunteer Experience
Child Life Volunteer | Yale New Haven Hospital | 01/2025 - 05/2025
- Provided emotional support and engaged children children in play activities to help reduce stress and anxiety in hospital settings.
Lego Therapy | SCSU Institute for Adapted Sports and Recreation
- Promoting team-building activities with individuals who have developmental disabilities.
Activities
Member of Council for Exceptional Children | Role: Public Relations
- Support advocacy and inclusion for children with disabilities through ongoing involvement and professional development.
Timeline
Therapeutic Recreation Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2026 - 09.2026
Memory Cafe
Southern Connecticut State University
09.2025 - 12.2025
PEER MENTOR
SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
02.2025 - 05.2025
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST
WHISPERING PINES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Therapy | Concentration (RT-OT)
Southern Connecticut State University