Matthew Bortolan
Middletown,CT
Summary
Conscientious Unit Manager proudly offering 2 years of vast experience through different resident diagnosis and facilitating activities, strong knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation protocol & deification for the field of practice. Substantial experience managing medical databases & communication with staff of resident needs & desires. Organized, outgoing and energetic with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attending Southern Connecticut State University for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist attending on campus & online classes and flexible with hours.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapeutic Recreation Unit Director
National Healthcare Associates
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Coordinated with to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
- Met and coordinated with inter-disciplinary team to support personal plan services for residents whom need additional assistance to programs and activities.
- Promoted patient independence by establishing personalized patient activity care goals
- Started The Computer Lab facility program and assisted patients whom wanted to learn more about modern technology
- Facilitator of Life and Enrichment Program having patients fulfill
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees
- Created Unit Activity Calenders implemented with 5 domains of TR
- Open Communication with patients would give them phone extension & email if requested
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
Salmon Brook Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with resident therapy goals, abilities and personal leisure interests.
- Encouraged residents with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
- Maintained detailed records outlining patient treatment plans, progress updates, treatment adjustments, goal achievements and outcomes.
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
Acting Therapeutic Recreation Director
Salmon Brook Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
07.2021 - 09.2021
- To maintain Therapeutic Recreation Department until additional staffing was available
- Kept recreational activities within budget, while appealing to large number of residents
- Communicated effectively with residents, staff and actively listening, offering respect and being positive.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement while utilizing resident ideas & suggestions
- Created Facility Activity Calenders
Cart Attendant
Big Y Supermarket
06.2016 - 11.2020
- Collected carts left in parking areas and returned to retail stores.
- Bagged groceries for customers & offered delivery to car.
- Asked & took additional hours as given
- Periodically disinfected carts preventing spread of disease.
- Removed broken and unserviceable carts from inventory for repair.
- Collected empty carts from grocery patrons and returned to store to keep parking lot clear of obstacles.
- Cleared parking lot of litter and foreign debris.
- Assisted co-workers in restocking and conducting inventory of store products & potential needs
- Greeted incoming customers and answered questions about available services of interest.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT12.2026
Associate of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT05.2023
Skills
- Activity Careplan and Goal Setting
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Management & Dedication
- Problem Solving
- Documentation Review
Section name
Fond of animals & pet therapy practices, sports & implementing sport based activities if interested of residents & facility.
Timeline
Therapeutic Recreation Unit Director
National Healthcare Associates
12.2021 - Current
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
Salmon Brook Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Acting Therapeutic Recreation Director
Salmon Brook Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
07.2021 - 09.2021
Cart Attendant
Big Y Supermarket
06.2016 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Southern Connecticut State University
Associate of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Manchester Community College
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