SELINA VILLANUEVA

I support departments through special event planning, assist with daily programming, and strategize safety plans with departments. Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Responsibilities include:

• Execute supportive task such as note taking, follow up emails, and providing meeting materials.
• Communicate with departments with daily programming, and special events
• Execute scheduling of care conferences and providing information about current client’s behavior
• Collaborate with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
• Prepare background materials and conduct relevant research for Activities Corporate Calendar
• Maintain communication with supervisor, nurses, and families
• Ensure fun and safe environment for participants
• Maintain documentation, cleanliness of space, detail of supplies, and complete cognitive assessments.

As a rehabilitation therapist, I coordinate, collaborate and provide treatment services for an acute psychiatric 16-bed unit.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical supervision for rehabilitation activity leaders, interns and volunteers, as directed
• Collaborate in planning of rehabilitation program
• Participate in development of Recovery Plans with treatment team.
• Evaluate and screen patients to determine needs and provide necessary support.
• Execute and comply with policies regarding patient admission, care and records to maintain standards of excellence for patients and families.
• Assess facility and equipment for repair and replacement needs to maintain quality of therapeutic care.
• Maintain safe environment for 16-patient facility with continuous surveillance.
• Prepare and maintain records and case files detailing clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence.
• Consult with interdisciplinary teams to enhance coordination of care, establish medical clearance and determine optimal timing of further interventions.
• Mobilize case management system to document service delivery and case progress.
• Modify operational, marketing and staff resources to meet financial goals.

I designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients. Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop monthly life enrichment calendar, published electronically and in print.
• Draft budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
• Maintain running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
• Develop and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
• Plan and coordinate a comprehensive recreational program for facility population
• Network with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
• Perform assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
• Maintain activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.

I designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients in a brand new facility. I also trained and provided information to the new on boarding Director of activities to contribute to smooth transition of role.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide education and training for residents and staff to promote learning new skills and acquiring new knowledge in supportive environments.
• Maintain a running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
• Plan and coordinate a comprehensive recreational program for facility population
• Coordinate and prepare monthly schedules for special event activities, monthly activities and community outing schedule for facility
• Organize and oversee special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
• Plan resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
• Develop monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.

As an Enrichment leader I brought energy, fun, and physical wellness to elderly participants. Created an environment of learning, that was adaptable to all cognitive levels. Provided professional and courteous customer service to residents and family members.

Responsibilities include:

• Made copies and prepared materials for lessons and special activities.
• Provide clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
• Assist in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
• Monitor participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
• Develop and monitor safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
• Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to residents.
• Factor-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
• Order and maintain all recreational equipment.

Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process. Answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.

Responsibilities Include:

• Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
• Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
• Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
• Collected payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
• Verified and billed insurances according to ICD codes.
• Maintained a clean office environment for the gym, and physical therapy rooms.