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Rebecca Guerrera

Southington,CT

Summary

Proven leader in therapeutic and memory care, excelling in staff development and dementia care expertise at Harbor Chase of Evergreen Walk. Enhanced resident satisfaction through innovative care planning and effective communication, achieving significant family praise. Skilled in coordinating community outreach and therapeutic activities, demonstrating exceptional multitasking and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Memory Care Director

Harbor Chase of Evergreen Walk
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Maintained a safe environment for residents by conducting regular safety audits and implementing necessary improvements.
  • Conducted regular assessments of each resident''s cognitive status, adjusting their care plans accordingly to provide the most appropriate level of support.
  • Improved resident quality of life by developing and implementing personalized care plans for each individual in the memory care unit.
  • Achieved high levels of family satisfaction with regular updates on their loved ones'' progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Coached and trained newly hired employees to promote knowledge of responsibilities and position requirements.
  • Coordinated community outreach events to raise awareness about Alzheimer''s disease, contributing to a more informed public understanding of dementia-related issues.

Therapeutic Recreation Director

Crestfield Rehabilitation Center
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective communication and collaboration in care plans.
  • Implemented therapeutic leisure and recreational activities that included, yoga, movie nights and chair aerobics for [Number]-person facility.
  • Monitored quality service of all activities and events, which promoted high level of satisfaction among families and residents.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of current programming using objective data collection methods like surveys or questionnaires.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Coordinated special events and outings for patients, promoting social interaction and community integration.

Theraputic Recreation Director

Cobalt Lodge Healthcare & Rehab
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Communicated effectively with residents, staff and community members by actively listening, offering respect, and being positive.
  • Evaluated individual patient progress and adjusted therapeutic interventions accordingly for optimal results.
  • Kept recreational activities within budget, while appealing to large number of people and offering some educational value.
  • Coordinated special events and outings for patients, promoting social interaction and community integration.

Theraputic Recreation Director

Litchfield Woods Health Care Center
04.2020 - 07.2021
  • Monitored quality service of all activities and events, which promoted high level of satisfaction among families and residents.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of current programming using objective data collection methods like surveys or questionnaires.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective communication and collaboration in care plans.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of facility amenities and equipment, ensuring safety standards were met at all times.

Education

Associate of Science - Theraputic Recreation

Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT

High School Diploma -

Southington High School
Southington, CT
06.2007

Skills

  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Effective Communication
  • Activity programming
  • Activities scheduling
  • Client Advocacy
  • Family Support
  • Exemplary communication skills
  • Care Planning
  • Staff Development
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Dementia care expertise
  • Person-centered approach
  • Quality services
  • Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

    -I have led companies on the yearly Walk to End ALZ!

Additional Information

I would like to just say that I am dedicated, commited, detail-oriented, loving, compajnssionte person. I give alot of myself to my career and it makes me happy to make others feel the way they should.

Timeline

Memory Care Director

Harbor Chase of Evergreen Walk
06.2023 - 07.2024

Therapeutic Recreation Director

Crestfield Rehabilitation Center
10.2022 - 06.2023

Theraputic Recreation Director

Cobalt Lodge Healthcare & Rehab
03.2021 - 08.2021

Theraputic Recreation Director

Litchfield Woods Health Care Center
04.2020 - 07.2021

Associate of Science - Theraputic Recreation

Manchester Community College

High School Diploma -

Southington High School

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