Sonia Privat
North Bergen,New Jersey
Summary
Dynamic Recreational Therapist with a proven track record at Care One at Teaneck, enhancing patient independence and self-esteem through innovative therapy and community integration. Expert in recreation therapy and social skills development, I excel in creating personalized treatment plans and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Therapist
Care One at Teaneck
Teaneck, NJ
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress during recreational therapy sessions.
- Encouraged participation in community activities to foster independence and self-esteem.
- Devised personalized treatment plans, communicated with referring physicians and provided referrals based on patient evaluations.
- Assessed patients' physical, mental, emotional and social abilities to identify strengths and determine diagnoses.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure best possible care for patients.
Assistant Director of Recreation
Emerson Healthcare Rehabilitation Center
Emerson, NJ
04.2018 - Current
- Supervise Staff
- Attending IDCP Meeting
- Patients Assessment Interviews for Sub Acute
- Writing IDCP Notes, MDS on each Patient
- Knowledge in MEDREX Program to enter Patients Data
Assistant Director of Recreation
ALARIS HEALTH CARE @ THE FOUNTAINS SOUTH CAMPUS
Secaucus, NJ
02.2008 - 04.2018
- Supervise and train staff according to Facility policies and Procedures
- Responsible for overseeing activity programs on SubAcute Unit
- Attend Management Meeting geared towards facility improvement
- Research and create quality assurance projects and reports
Head Teacher for Toddlers
HOLLYWOOD KIDDIE QUARTER DAY CARE CENTER
11.2005 - 02.2008
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans and activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development for toddlers.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment, ensuring compliance with childcare regulations and fostering positive relationships with parents and guardians.
- Trained and mentored assistant teachers, coordinating daily routines and managing classroom operations to support children's individual needs.
Medical Receptionist
PROFESSIONAL OB/GYN & INFERTILITY CENTER OF IRVINGTON
Irvington, NJ
06.2003 - 11.2005
- -filing - photocopying - faxing
- -Making Phone Calls, Referrals
- -Scheduling Appointments
- -Process Patient file
Medical Receptionist
IRVINGTON PEDIATRICS
Irvington
05.1999 - 06.2003
- -Scheduling Appointments
- -Referrals
- -Checking Coverage Benefit w/Insurance
Teller/Customer Service
UNITRANSFER COMPANY INC
10.2001 - 09.2001
- -Cash Handling & Preparing Deposit Slip
- -Handle Money Transfer to Overseas
- -Assist Customers w/their transactions and resolve their claims/ Type Documents for Customers - Handle Phone
Education
Basic Activity Courses for Activity Professionals - MEPAP1
Alternate Solutions Institute in Long Term Care
09.2010
Advanced Management Course - MEPAP2
Alternate Solutions Institute in Long Term Care
09.2010
Child Care Development -
HUDSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
11.2005
Student in Spanish I, II, III -
HUDSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
05.2005
Introduction to DOS - Windows -
COLUMBIA PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL
Maplewood, NJ07.1997
Seminary for Executive Secretary -
(CMP) CENTER OF MANAGEMENT & PRODUCTIVITY
03.1993
Knowledge of several subjects - Shorthand, typewriting, Office Practice, Business Correspondence, English Spelling, Book Keeping
FITZ-HENLEY SECRETARIAL INSTITUTE OF JAMAICA
Kingston, Jamaica06.1989
Instruction prescribed in word processing -
JAMAICA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Kingston, Jamaica05.1989
Basic Activity Course for Activity Professionals -
ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS IN LONG TERM CARE
Advanced Management Course -
ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS IN LONG TERM CARE
Skills
- Activity planning
- Social skills development
- Special events planning
- Community integration
- Recreation therapy
- Dance therapy
- Sensory stimulation
- Physical fitness
- Mindfulness techniques
Languages
English, French, Spanish
References
Available upon request
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Relatedcourses
- Secretarial
- Computer Windows 95-98, 2000
- Lotus 1, 2, 3
- Word - Excel - Typing 60W/M
- Filing (Numeric/Alphabet)
Timeline
Recreational Therapist
Care One at Teaneck
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Director of Recreation
Emerson Healthcare Rehabilitation Center
04.2018 - Current
Assistant Director of Recreation
ALARIS HEALTH CARE @ THE FOUNTAINS SOUTH CAMPUS
02.2008 - 04.2018
Head Teacher for Toddlers
HOLLYWOOD KIDDIE QUARTER DAY CARE CENTER
11.2005 - 02.2008
Medical Receptionist
PROFESSIONAL OB/GYN & INFERTILITY CENTER OF IRVINGTON
06.2003 - 11.2005
Teller/Customer Service
UNITRANSFER COMPANY INC
10.2001 - 09.2001
Medical Receptionist
IRVINGTON PEDIATRICS
05.1999 - 06.2003
Basic Activity Courses for Activity Professionals - MEPAP1
Alternate Solutions Institute in Long Term Care
Advanced Management Course - MEPAP2
Alternate Solutions Institute in Long Term Care
Child Care Development -
HUDSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Student in Spanish I, II, III -
HUDSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Introduction to DOS - Windows -
COLUMBIA PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL
Seminary for Executive Secretary -
(CMP) CENTER OF MANAGEMENT & PRODUCTIVITY
Knowledge of several subjects - Shorthand, typewriting, Office Practice, Business Correspondence, English Spelling, Book Keeping
FITZ-HENLEY SECRETARIAL INSTITUTE OF JAMAICA
Instruction prescribed in word processing -
JAMAICA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Basic Activity Course for Activity Professionals -
ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS IN LONG TERM CARE
Advanced Management Course -
ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS IN LONG TERM CARE
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