Riley Vaughn
Elkhorn,WI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activities Assistant
Holton Manor Rehab Therapy & Skilled Nursing
Elkhorn, WI
02.2021 - Current
- Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, cooking classes.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Provided one-on-one assistance with activities for those who needed it.
- Kept activities spaces organized, clean and tidy.
- Assisted in the development of activity plans for residents on a weekly basis.
- Encouraged residents to participate in leisure activities according to their abilities.
- Participated in special events such as birthday celebrations, holiday parties.
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
- Used one-on-one meetings and small groups to engage residents in facility life.
- Assisted residents with developing and maintaining positive social skills, mental aptitude, confidence and strong interpersonal connections.
- Provided emotional support when necessary during recreational activities.
- Organized special trips for residents and accompanied groups throughout each excursion.
- Coordinated musical guests, movies and other types of resident entertainment.
- Developed relationships with families and other members of the community to further enhance recreational opportunities for residents.
- Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained facility rules and encouraged participation.
- Maintained records of all activity participation.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Team Leader- Precollege Program
UWW- Sarah Paul
Whitewater, WI
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with transportation arrangements for offsite activities when required.
- Supervised and coordinated work activities of personnel.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Provided one-on-one assistance with activities for those who needed it.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure that all programs were successful and enjoyable for all involved.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-2027
High School Diploma -
Elkhorn Area High School
Elkhorn, WI06-2023
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Documentation Skills
- Senior Activities Experience
- Mobility Assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Employment Reliability
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll
- Cum Laude
- King Chavez Scholar
- Batra McKnight Scholarship
- Thomas G. Godfrey Scholarship
- SLC Conference Champion
- WIAA Subsection's Champion
- WIAA Sectional Champion
- WIAA State Tennis Qualifier
- SLC Honorable Mention
Certification
- Resident Safety
- Fire Safety
- Ethics in Workplace
- Handwashing
- SBS
- Hospitality & Guest Service
References
Jessica Kuhart
Previous Administrator
Holton Manor
(715) 532- 8182
Previous Boss
- - - - - - - - - - -
Michael Palmer
High School Math Teacher
Elkhorn Area School District
(262) 325- 3689
Previous High School Teacher
Timeline
Team Leader- Precollege Program
UWW- Sarah Paul
10.2023 - Current
Activities Assistant
Holton Manor Rehab Therapy & Skilled Nursing
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
High School Diploma -
Elkhorn Area High School
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