Melodie Hayden
Lakewood,WA
Summary
Generous Activity Director with over 1 year of experience working in a group setting while planning and implementing innovative activity programs. First-aid certified and hold a valid driver's license. Creative and compassionate with a deep love for improving the quality of life for residents.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Greenlake Senior Living
Renton, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging activities for seniors in long-term care facilities.
- Organized events such as holiday parties, bingo nights, and movie screenings.
- Created monthly activity calendars with a variety of recreational options.
- Assisted residents with physical activities such as walks and exercise classes.
- Provided one-on-one support to those who required additional assistance.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate interdisciplinary programming.
- Facilitated group discussions on topics such as current events, health issues, and hobbies.
- Lead weekly outings to local attractions such as parks and museums.
- Supervised volunteers and provided guidance when necessary.
- Developed individualized plans for each resident based on their interests and abilities.
- Monitored the progress of participants in order to assess program effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations regarding safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Adapted existing activities or developed new ones to meet the changing needs of participants.
- Encouraged socialization among residents by organizing group games or outings.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used during activities.
- Worked closely with families to ensure that their loved ones were receiving appropriate care.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives aimed at promoting senior wellness.
- Planned and published calendar of events for facility.
- Coordinated calendars, shifts and activity schedules with staff.
- Handled budgetary concerns, keeping activities affordable.
- Interacted with patients and families by addressing questions and concerns.
- Maintained records of activities and analyzed feedback from participants.
- Designed and led activities in crafts, music and sports.
- Instructed residents in recreational activities to meet specific psychological and physical needs.
- Implemented activities to provide amusement and socialization for residents.
- Organized services such as transportation, event security and catering.
- Provided education about healthy lifestyles through lectures and workshops.
Childcare Provider
Champions Centre
Tacom, WA
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
Sales Associate
TacomaChildren's Place Inc.
Dover, DE
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Tracked sales performance metrics to identify trends in the market place.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
Education
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Academy of Hair Design
Las Vegas, NV12-2014
No Degree - Art
Community College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Patient Evaluations
- Activity Organization
- Program Development
- Small Group Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Organizational Abilities
- Team Management
- Active Listening
Timeline
Activity Director
Greenlake Senior Living
09.2023 - Current
Childcare Provider
Champions Centre
04.2022 - 04.2023
Sales Associate
TacomaChildren's Place Inc.
03.2019 - 06.2020
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Academy of Hair Design
No Degree - Art
Community College of Southern Nevada
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