Michelle A. Hertz
Miami,FL
Summary
Energetic Program Director with history of promoting positivity, program engagement, and enrichment enhancing quality of life. Works effectively within teams to develop creative ideas and marketing strategies. Enthusiastic professional offering excellent communication, organizational and program management abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Coordinator
Kindred Hospital SAU Rehabilitation/Scion Health
Hollywood, FL
07.2020 - Current
- Organized therapeutic recreational activities to promote quality of life for patients in the Subacute Rehabilitation Unit with emphasis on hope, healing and recovery.
- Conducted assessments and care plans for each individual patient.
- Decorating for all holidays and themed events
- Budgeting and Ordering of Supplies
- Created unique themes, fun, and educational activities for patients and staff
Social Director
The Plaza of Pembroke Park ALF
Pembroke Park, FL
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed monthly calendar of events and newsletter for the facility:recreational programs, themed parties, guest speakers, religious services, educational and family-oriented activities, live musical entertainment and other talent, movies, outings (restaurants, museums, casino, shows, ect.), exercise program, stimulating and cognitive word/brain games, and an array of other programs
- Assessments, participation logs, documentation
- Supervised activity assistants and volunteers
- Event budgeting
- Decorating for holiday, birthday parties, special events
Life Enrichment Coordinator
The Peninsula Assisted Living and Memory Care
Pembroke Park, FL
11.2013 - 06.2017
- Planned and organized monthly newsletter and calendar of recreational activities, events, and outings to emphasize quality of life for senior residents. Carried out programs that suit their needs and interests for their pleasure and well being.
- Managed activity assistants and volunteers
- Inventory of Supplies/ Budget Cost for Special Events/Entertainment
- Ensured that all activities are conducted safely by monitoring participants during sessions.
Activities Director
Avalon Park Retirement Residence
Hollywood, FL
09.2007 - 10.2013
- Developed program content, organizes and led recreational activities planned to enhance social development
- Coordinated musical guests and other type of resident entertainment including pet therapy.
- Remained alert to conditions interfering with safety and well-being of residents involved in activities.
Education
Certificate - Modular Education Program For Activity Professiona
Collins Healthcare Education
Miami FL07-2009
Associate of Applied Science -
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
06-1989
Alzheimer’s Association Training Level 1 And 2
Alzheimer’s Association
Certificate - Up To Date CPR
Kindred
Skills
- Program and Social Development
- Event Coordination
- Calendar and Scheduling Management
- Inventory Management
- Danger Prevention Knowledge
- Employee Management
- Assessments, care planning and clinical documentation
- Computer Word/Excel
Timeline
Activities Coordinator
Kindred Hospital SAU Rehabilitation/Scion Health
07.2020 - Current
Social Director
The Plaza of Pembroke Park ALF
06.2017 - 06.2020
Life Enrichment Coordinator
The Peninsula Assisted Living and Memory Care
11.2013 - 06.2017
Activities Director
Avalon Park Retirement Residence
09.2007 - 10.2013
Certificate - Modular Education Program For Activity Professiona
Collins Healthcare Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Alzheimer’s Association Training Level 1 And 2
Alzheimer’s Association
Certificate - Up To Date CPR
Kindred