Olivia Rautio
Summary
Wellness professional with strong background in health promotion, stress management, and coping skills education. Prioritizes team collaboration to achieve collective goals. Skilled in developing personalized wellness plans, facilitating group workshops, and fostering supportive environment. Dependable, flexible, and focused on delivering impactful outcomes in dynamic setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver (Dementia-Focused)
Private Client (Yoopies.com)
Valencia, Spain
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted client in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing
- Upheld proper dementia-care strategies to stabilize client's mood and behavior
- Fostered positive experiences through a variety of recreation interventions
- Collaborated with family members to deliver appropriate services to client
In-Home Recreation Therapist
Private Family (Care.com)
Pittsburgh, US
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Utilized creative arts, music, and movement to engage client in therapy sessions appropriate for Parkinson's diagnosis
- Collaborated with family members to integrate therapeutic goals into daily routines
- Instructed patient on appropriate use of adaptive equipment for independent participation
- Promoted an environment that fosters independence, creativity, and expression among clients.
Recreational Therapist
Embark Behavioral Health
Remote, US
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction and positive health outcomes in an IOP setting
- Assessed client needs through observation and direct interaction during therapy sessions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate therapeutic approaches into treatment plans
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and therapy session notes
- Upheld proper knowledge of behavioral health diagnoses and diseases
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Marymount Hospital
Garfield Heights, OH
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Facilitated recreational therapy sessions for adult and geriatric behavioral health units
- Conducted assessments to determine the needs of clients to develop appropriate recreational activities
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress towards goals
- Documented all patient interactions and observations in detailed reports for insurance purposes and other healthcare professionals' reference
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for successful program implementation
Virtual K-5 Tutor
Gwen's Girls Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Provided mentorship and guidance to students in a supportive, virtual environment
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning goals
- Implemented educational activities that promoted critical thinking and problem-solving
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school
- Adapted instruction methods based on individual learning styles
Recreational Therapy Intern
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Supported patients in developing coping skills through structured recreational programs
- Educated patients about the benefits of recreational therapy for mental wellness
- Helped perform treatment interventions safely and effectively by assisting senior therapy staff
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop new strategies for improvement
Education
Certificate - Health And Wellness Coaching
American Fitness Professionals And Associates (AFPA)
United States11.2025
Bachelor Of Science - Recreational Therapy
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA12.2020
Skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Patient goal tracking and accountability
- Collaborative patient-centered care
- Knowledge of stress management and coping skills
- Knowledge of behavioral and physical health diagnoses and diseases
- Active listening and empathetic facilitation approaches
- Behavior modification techniques
- SOAP notes, SMART goals, and HIPAA practices in documentation
- Organized and detail-conscious
- Positive attitude with teamwork
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver (Dementia-Focused)
Private Client (Yoopies.com)
02.2025 - 12.2025
In-Home Recreation Therapist
Private Family (Care.com)
03.2024 - 10.2024
Recreational Therapist
Embark Behavioral Health
09.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Marymount Hospital
04.2022 - 09.2023
Virtual K-5 Tutor
Gwen's Girls Inc.
09.2020 - 07.2023
Recreational Therapy Intern
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
09.2020 - 12.2020
Certificate - Health And Wellness Coaching
American Fitness Professionals And Associates (AFPA)
Bachelor Of Science - Recreational Therapy
Temple University