Sheike Ward-kidd
Rosedale,NY
Summary
Patient-focused professional with many years of experience in developing therapeutic interventions and programs using recreational activities to drive participant health. Expert in creating wide variety of social and physical activities based on needs and capabilities of individuals. Diligent in monitoring and recording progress to evaluate success and adjust program to facilitate goal achievement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Member Political Organizer
1199seiu
New York, NY
04.2024 - Current
- Built relationships with local leaders in order to secure endorsements for candidates or causes.
- Gathered feedback from constituents regarding their views on various political issues.
- Educated unregistered voters on benefits of registering and making vote count.
- Met with supervisor daily to submit completed assignments and discuss progress.
Activity Aide
The Grand Nursing & Rehabilitation
Great Neck, NY
12.2021 - Current
- Obtained information from medical records, medical staff, family members and patients to assess capabilities, needs and interests.
- Created documentation of patient treatment plans, change in treatment, progress and outcome evaluations to facilitate recordkeeping objectives.
- Educated families about recreation therapy services and the benefits for their loved ones.
- Assisted with planning and implementing activities for elderly residents, including art classes, music therapy, and physical exercise.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to individuals with mobility issues during recreational activities.
- Ensured that all participants were safe during recreational activities by monitoring their behavior and responding quickly to any medical emergencies.
- Developed creative ways to engage residents who had difficulty focusing on specific tasks.
- Tallied data of behaviors and performance during activities in daily tracker.
Home Health Aide
Atria Senior Living
Long Island, NY, NY
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted elderly clients with personal hygiene and other daily activities, including bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Activity Aide
The Bristal
New Hyde Park, NY
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Pleasantly greeted patients and families and displayed enthusiastic, compassionate attitude, effectively establishing long-term professional relationships.
- Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation or entertainment.
- Organized and scheduled exercise programs and recreational activities to facilitate physical and emotional health of participants.
- Counseled and encouraged patients to develop leisure activities.
- Created documentation of patient treatment plans, change in treatment, progress and outcome evaluations to facilitate recordkeeping objectives.
Home Health Aide
Harbor House Assisted Living
Oyster Bay, NY
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Provided mental and emotional support to keep clients happy and healthy.
- Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety.
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Spa Beautician and Sales Rep
Steiner Leisure
12.2011 - 05.2016
Education
CNA
Home Health Aide Training Institute
Westbury, NY10-2024
Home Health Aide
JMB Home Health Aide School
10.2016
Associate of Science - Healthcare Management & Business Management
LaGuardia Community College Of The City University Of New York
Home Health Aide Training Institute
Westbury, NYSkills
- Excellent Communication
- Goal Setting
- Patient Evaluation
- Documentation skills
- Active Listening
- Progress Monitoring
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Member Political Organizer
1199seiu
04.2024 - Current
Activity Aide
The Grand Nursing & Rehabilitation
12.2021 - Current
Home Health Aide
Atria Senior Living
11.2019 - 06.2020
Activity Aide
The Bristal
01.2018 - 06.2019
Home Health Aide
Harbor House Assisted Living
03.2016 - 06.2018
Spa Beautician and Sales Rep
Steiner Leisure
12.2011 - 05.2016
CNA
Home Health Aide Training Institute
Home Health Aide
JMB Home Health Aide School
Associate of Science - Healthcare Management & Business Management
LaGuardia Community College Of The City University Of New York
Home Health Aide Training Institute