MICHAEL LANTIGUA
Recreational Therapist
Fairlawn,NJ
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreational Therapist: Per-Diem
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
Edison, NJ
03.2024 - Current
- Educate families and caregivers about the role of recreational therapy and the plan of care during initial assessments, daily treatments and care plans
- Implemented goals and interventions specific to the patient's injury
- generated and conducted therapeutic activities to enhance physical, cognitive and emotional well-being in 1 on 1 session and co-treats with other disciplines
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, ie; OT, PT, and SLP's to coordinate patient care strategies during treatment sessions and rounds, when reporting to doctor
- Transferring patients who required minimal to moderate assistance with stand-pivot transfers from bed to wheelchair and vice versa.
Banquet Busser
Indian Trail Club
Franklin Lakes, NJ
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained high-performance pace in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow.
- Demonstrated attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail, ensuring the guest areas met the standards of the facility.
- assisted in setup, breakdown and quick transitions between events, requiring manual labor and physical endurance
- effective communication with various populations, reinforcing interpersonal and client service skills
Recreational Therapy Intern
Hartwick at Oak Tree
Edison, NJ
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Shadowed and assisted Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist
- Planned special event programs
- Evaluated new admissions to the facility
- Participated in Care plans and Reported patient status in rounds to team members
- Documented 1:1 sessions and Program participation
- Shadowed and ran community out trips
Recreational Therapy- Practicum Student
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
Saddle Brook, NJ
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Shadowed and assisted Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS) in planning and implementing recreational activities for patients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote physical, cognitive and emotional well-being.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for patients during therapy sessions.
- Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with patients and other healthcare professionals.
Inventory Associate
Quality Market
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Conducted regular inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Received, inspected and recorded incoming shipments, ensuring accuracy of deliveries.
- Efficiently organized and stocked inventory shelves.
- Trained and mentored new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding process and efficient workflow.
Volunteer
Children's Specialized Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Shadowed and assisted Occupational Therapist during group therapy sessions for children with diverse abilities.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient common areas.
- Volunteered an average of 10 hours per week, contributing to over 300 hours of service.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Recreational Therapy
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2024
Skills
- Interpersonal and communication skills with patients and their family members/caretakers
- Bilingual in English and Spanish, I understand but am limited when conversing in Spanish
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
National Therapeutic Recreation Certification
Date Issued: March 20, 2025
Timeline
Recreational Therapist: Per-Diem
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Recreational Therapy Intern
Hartwick at Oak Tree
10.2023 - 02.2024
Banquet Busser
Indian Trail Club
08.2023 - 01.2025
Recreational Therapy- Practicum Student
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Children's Specialized Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
Inventory Associate
Quality Market
08.2016 - 05.2022
Bachelors of Arts - Recreational Therapy
Kean University
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