Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Nicole Marcellus

Macomb,MI

Summary

Recreational Therapist Assistant with expertise in client engagement and therapeutic activity planning. Proven ability to create safe and supportive environments that enhance physical and emotional well-being. Experienced in developing adaptive recreational programs tailored to individual client needs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreational Therapist Assistant

Optalis Healthcare
Shelby Twp, MI
08.2021 - 01.2025
  • Assisted therapists in planning and implementing recreational activities for clients.
  • Monitored client participation and engagement during therapeutic sessions.
  • Prepared materials and equipment for various recreational programs and activities.
  • Documented client progress and reported observations to the therapy team.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for all recreational activities.
  • Collaborated with staff to develop individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Provided support to clients in group settings to enhance social skills.
  • Engaged clients in leisure activities to promote physical and emotional well-being.
  • Encouraged participation from all members of the therapeutic recreation program.
  • Facilitated interactions between patients and their peers during social events.
  • Observed patient responses to recreational activities and reported any changes to Recreation Therapist Supervisor.
  • Participated in recreational activities with patients, such as sports, games, art classes and outdoor excursions.
  • Monitored patient progress and documented changes in behavior or physical condition.
  • Provided support to Recreational Therapists during patient assessments and interventions.
  • Organized and maintained equipment used in recreational therapy sessions.
  • Conducted one-on-one meetings with patients to assess emotional wellbeing.

Special Ed Aide

Chippewa Valley Schools
Clinton Twp, MI
12.2017 - 08.2021
  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
  • Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities and interactions.
  • Monitored student progress and behavior to ensure a positive learning environment.
  • Provided one-on-one support to enhance student engagement and participation in lessons.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve skills in special education techniques.
  • Assisted special education teachers in providing instruction and classroom management to students with disabilities.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or other professionals when necessary.
  • Supported teachers in implementing differentiated activities based on student needs.
  • Provided individualized assistance to students in need of extra help or reinforcement.
  • Worked one-on-one with students who required additional support or attention.
  • Ensured a safe learning environment for all students in the classroom.
  • Developed positive relationships with each student by offering guidance, support, and encouragement.
  • Provided physical assistance when needed such as helping a student move from one location to another or assisting them with personal care tasks.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
  • Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
  • Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Boulevard Trumbull Towing
Detroit, MI
12.2013 - 03.2015
  • Managed core responsibilities and daily tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth accounts payable operations.
  • Oversaw daily tasks and core responsibilities, contributing to effective accounts payable management.
  • Executed core responsibilities and daily tasks, supporting seamless accounts payable processes.

Payroll Specialist

Boulevard Trumbull Towing
Detroit, MI
01.1999 - 10.2001
  • Process payroll for employees using specialized software and tools.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and update payroll information regularly.
  • Collaborate with HR to resolve payroll discrepancies and inquiries.
  • Generate payroll reports for management review and analysis.
  • Assist with year-end tax preparation and reporting for employees.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.
  • Processed payroll for over 500 employees bi-weekly, ensuring accuracy of pay and deductions.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines consistently.
  • Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
  • Performed manual calculations for retroactive pay adjustments or special payments as required.
  • Created and maintained employee records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and tax withholding forms.
  • Researched and resolved employee payroll questions and issues via email, phone and in person.
  • Supported payrolls, driving timely and accurate payment of employee wages.
  • Solved complex problems related to payroll processing quickly and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with employees and supervisors to immediately resolve discrepancies in timesheets.
  • Provided timely customer service support to employees regarding questions about their paychecks or other payroll issues.
  • Voided checks and issued stop payment orders to correct payroll discrepancies.
  • Ensured that all necessary taxes were withheld accurately from each employee's paycheck.

Education

High School Diploma -

Macomb Community College
Warren, MI

Skills

  • recreational therapy
  • safety management
  • progress documentation
  • client assessment
  • social engagement
  • team collaboration
  • patient support
  • communication skills
  • emotional support
  • problem solving
  • time management

Timeline

Recreational Therapist Assistant

Optalis Healthcare
08.2021 - 01.2025

Special Ed Aide

Chippewa Valley Schools
12.2017 - 08.2021

Accounts Payable Clerk

Boulevard Trumbull Towing
12.2013 - 03.2015

Payroll Specialist

Boulevard Trumbull Towing
01.1999 - 10.2001

High School Diploma -

Macomb Community College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE