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Olivia Schuster

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Officer

Why We Wave Foundation
Iowa City, IA
10.2024 - Current
  • Created a budget for the organization, monitored expenditures, and revised as needed.
  • Provided leadership for all operational aspects of the nonprofit organization including program development and implementation.
  • Collaborated with board members to create short-term and long-term organizational goals.
  • Monitored trends in philanthropy and identified new sources of funding for programs.
  • Organized special events such as galas or conferences to raise funds or awareness of Pediatric Cancer in the state of Iowa.
  • Developed and implemented fundraising strategies to increase donations and grants.
  • Organized and facilitated meetings with key stakeholders to discuss project objectives.
  • Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, emails, press releases and website copy.
  • Researched best practices in public engagement, community organizing, stakeholder relations and other relevant topics.
  • Developed partnerships with local businesses, government agencies and non-profit organizations.
  • Helped with special events hosted by the hospital, such as health fairs or fundraisers.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families.
  • Delivered messages and documents between departments.

Individual and Group Respite Provider

ChildServe Childcare Center
Iowa City, IA
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided support for students with disabilities or behavioral issues.
  • Provided resources and support for families of children with disabilities.
  • Provided support to students with learning disabilities or special needs.
  • Facilitated group sessions focused on improving socialization skills among children with autism spectrum disorder.
  • Implemented sensory integration techniques to reduce anxiety levels and promote relaxation in children with autism and ADHD.
  • Assisted in developing social skills curricula for students with autism spectrum disorders.
  • Provided support to families and caregivers of children with autism.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through verbal praise and rewards systems.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding student progress towards established goals.
  • Utilized a variety of techniques including Applied Behavior Analysis therapy when working with children on the autism spectrum.
  • Prepared consent forms for organ donation.
  • Monitored patients post-transplant for any signs of rejection or infection.
  • Collaborated with social workers, financial counselors, pharmacists, nurses, dietitians, therapists, psychiatrists, and chaplains as part of multidisciplinary teams providing comprehensive care for transplant patients.

House Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House
Iowa City, Iowa
12.2023 - Current
  • Provided information about events, performances, and services available.
  • Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
  • Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
  • Conducted research on potential grant opportunities for the organization.
  • Assisted with data entry projects to update organizational databases.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
  • Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
  • Resolved complaints or issues using strong customer service and engagement skills.
  • Sorted mail and answered phone calls to assist with administrative needs.
  • Developed and implemented fundraising approaches to raise money for cause.

Dance Marathon Leadership

University of Iowa Dance Marathon
Iowa City, Iowa
08.2022 - Current
  • Fundraising for Pediatric Cancer Patients at UI Stead Family Children's Hospital
  • Attend weekly leadership meetings
  • Attend monthly family events with families who have a child battling cancer
  • Plan special projects to implement for pediatric patients
  • Assisted in planning and organizing of the Dance Marathon big event

Camp Joyful Soles Counselor

City of Milton Parks and Recreation
Milton, GA
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Serving as a Camp Counselor for individuals aged 13-22 with special needs, cognitive and intellectual delays, and other mild disabilities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to children with various disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.
  • Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
  • Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
  • Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
  • Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
  • Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans for various age groups.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
  • Welcomed participants and directed to assigned areas.
  • Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
  • Provided social skills instruction to improve student success in school settings.
  • Encouraged self-advocacy skills amongst all students including those on the autism spectrum.
  • Organized recreational activities designed specifically for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

PRN Patient Care Technician

UIHC-2JCP
Iowa City, United States
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of nurses
  • Performed basic medical procedures, such as taking blood pressure and collecting samples
  • Assisted with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair as needed.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
  • Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.

Hospital Volunteer

UIHC-3JCP
Iowa City, IA
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families.
  • Assisted nurses with non-medical tasks, such as delivering meals and running errands.
  • Organized patient rooms, restocked supplies, and cleaned up common areas.
  • Monitored visitor access to patient rooms to ensure privacy regulations were followed.
  • Provided companionship to elderly patients who may be feeling isolated or lonely.
  • Answered visitor questions, offered directions and escorted to destination.
  • Helped transport patients and assisted with discharges.
  • Improved quality of patient care by engaging with patients and families.
  • Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.

Freshman Mentor

Cambridge High School
Milton, Georgia
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of freshman orientation activities.
  • Provided guidance to freshmen on academic, social, and personal issues.
  • Conducted weekly mentoring sessions with assigned students to provide support and advice.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the semester and provided feedback as needed.
  • Organized study groups for freshmen who need additional academic assistance.
  • Facilitated group discussions about college life topics such as time management, study skills, test taking strategies.
  • Created a welcoming environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Identified at-risk students who may need additional assistance from the school's support services staff.

Sports Camp Counselor

Cambridge High School
Milton, United States
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Assisted with the set up and preparation of sports equipment for camp activities.
  • Created a positive and encouraging atmosphere to motivate campers during activities.
  • Monitored campers' safety while playing games or participating in activities.
  • Organized competitions between teams and supervised the scoring process.
  • Instructed campers on proper techniques and rules related to various sports activities.
  • Promoted team spirit by providing guidance, support, and encouragement to each camper.
  • Provided individual instruction when needed to help improve skills of certain players.
  • Maintained discipline among the participants during practices and games.
  • Encouraged respect for all coaches, staff members, and fellow players at the camp.
  • Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to ensure that every camper was engaged in learning new skills or improving existing ones.
  • Arranged fun recreational events such as scavenger hunts, relay races., for campers during free time periods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation, Pre-Child Life

University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Cambridge High School
Milton, GA
05.2022

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Documentation
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Relationship Building
  • Group Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Group Activity Implementation
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Activity Planning
  • Peer Mentoring
  • Compassionate
  • Decision Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Creative Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Goal Setting
  • Safety Procedures and Protocols
  • Issue Identification and Resolution
  • Adaptive equipment use
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Workspace Organization
  • Activities Planning
  • Organizational assessment
  • Volunteer management
  • Nonprofit governance
  • Board development
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Advocacy and lobbying
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Public speaking
  • Organization
  • First aid and CPR
  • Client advocacy
  • Assistive technology

Timeline

Board Officer

Why We Wave Foundation
10.2024 - Current

Individual and Group Respite Provider

ChildServe Childcare Center
09.2024 - Current

Camp Joyful Soles Counselor

City of Milton Parks and Recreation
05.2024 - 08.2024

House Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House
12.2023 - Current

PRN Patient Care Technician

UIHC-2JCP
08.2023 - 05.2024

Dance Marathon Leadership

University of Iowa Dance Marathon
08.2022 - Current

Hospital Volunteer

UIHC-3JCP
08.2022 - 05.2023

Freshman Mentor

Cambridge High School
08.2020 - 05.2022

Sports Camp Counselor

Cambridge High School
01.2020 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation, Pre-Child Life

University of Iowa

High School Diploma -

Cambridge High School

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