Sara Gordon
Recreational Therapy And Adaptive Recreation
Canoga Park,Ca
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Partners In Care Foundation, enhancing patient care through individualized plans and effective advocacy. Skilled in documentation and reporting, I foster community engagement and inclusivity, leveraging empathy and conflict resolution strategies to achieve program success and participant satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Volunteer Adaptive Recreation Instructor
United States Adaptive Recreation Centere
11.2004 - Current
- Provided ongoing training opportunities for staff members to stay current on adaptive recreation trends and techniques.
- Contributed to increased program enrollment by promoting the benefits of adaptive recreation within the community.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating innovative games and activities in adaptive recreation programs.
- Ensured a safe environment for participants by diligently monitoring and addressing potential risks during activities.
- Incorporated assistive devices into programming when necessary, ensuring equitable access for all participants.
- Organized necessary supplies and equipment for each session, maintaining inventory levels to ensure consistent availability of materials for participant use.
- Maintained accurate records of participant progress, attendance, and incidents to ensure consistent communication with stakeholders.
Short Term Transition Coach
Partners In Care Foundation
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Conducted regular follow-ups with patients post-discharge, reducing instances of relapse or further complications.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with insurance providers to secure coverage for necessary treatments, minimizing out-of-pocket expenses for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and treatment plans.
- Advocated for patients'' needs within the healthcare system, securing necessary resources and accommodations for optimal recovery experiences.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, promoting independence in managing their medical conditions.
Professional Visitation Monitor
Gordon Family Visitation Services
01.2018 - 10.2022
- Provided feedback on visitation progress to supervisors, enabling continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Collaborated with case managers to ensure relevant information was shared with appropriate parties.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities, staying current on best practices in child welfare and family dynamics.
- Providing a neutral and unbiased presence to all participants, ensuring that the visitation process was fair and impartial for all parties involved.
- Ensured all visitations adhered to court orders, providing detailed documentation of each interaction.
Aquatics Director
Leaps N Boundz
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Increased revenue by identifying new business opportunities, securing sponsorships, and organizing fundraising events for the aquatics program.
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR and other emergency management services.
- Supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
- Championed inclusion efforts at the aquatics facility by introducing adaptive equipment for individuals with disabilities in order to create a more welcoming environment.
- Developed and executed successful aquatics programs for diverse age groups, increasing community engagement and participation.
- Enhanced swimmer skills by designing and delivering customized training sessions tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
- Spearheaded marketing initiatives to increase awareness of the aquatics center''s offerings among target demographics.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
- Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
Family Facilitator
Lutheran Social Services
03.2007 - 04.2011
- Achieved notable improvement in team cohesion, guiding groups through conflict resolution exercises.
- Strengthened community relations by organizing events that brought together diverse groups for dialogue and learning.
- Negotiated with vendors for resources and materials, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging open dialogue and shared experiences among participants.
- Used mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives and to guide parties toward mutual agreement
- Reviewed legal documents and contracts to determine potential conflicts and disputes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Documentation and reporting
Affiliations
- Visitation Network
- PISA
Timeline
Short Term Transition Coach
Partners In Care Foundation
10.2022 - 10.2024
Professional Visitation Monitor
Gordon Family Visitation Services
01.2018 - 10.2022
Aquatics Director
Leaps N Boundz
01.2009 - 01.2015
Family Facilitator
Lutheran Social Services
03.2007 - 04.2011
Volunteer Adaptive Recreation Instructor
United States Adaptive Recreation Centere
11.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Sonoma State University
05.2001 -
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