Shonita Ganaway
Cordova
Summary
Dynamic Life Enrichment Director with proven expertise in activity planning and effective collaboration honed at Harborchase/ StoryPoint Senior Living. Excelled in enhancing resident engagement through personalized programs, and increasing participation by creating inclusive events. Skilled in documentation and excellent communication, adept at building strong relationships with residents and teams to improve quality of life.
Knowledgeable [Life Enrichment Director] with a solid background in creating engaging and meaningful activities for diverse populations. Developed numerous programs that enhanced residents' quality of life and built strong community connections. Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills through successful event planning and team coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Director
StoryPoint Senior Living
01.2022 - Current
- Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
- Planned zoo trips, shopping excursions, and religious worship opportunities for residents.
- Coordinated holiday decorating of the facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff.
- Collaborated closely with residents, using effective communication to understand favorite activities better.
- Increased resident participation by creating diverse and inclusive events tailored to individual interests.
- Structured monthly activity calendars based on feedback received from both residents and family members.
Life Enrichment Director
Gardens of Germantown
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Maintained detailed documentation of all activities conducted within the department for accurate reporting purposes.
- Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
- Planned zoo trips, shopping excursions, and religious worship opportunities for residents.
- Coordinated holiday decorating of the facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff.
- Collaborated closely with residents, using effective communication to understand favorite activities better.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by implementing personalized and engaging activities programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Humboldt High School
Humboldt, TN05-1993
Skills
- Effective collaboration and interaction
- Documentation
- Activity planning
- Recruiting and hiring
- Issue resolution
- Collaboration
- Activity research and implementation
- Monthly event calendars
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Team building
- Event planning
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised a team of 4 staff members.
- Collaborated with a team of 9 in the development of Daily Morning Stand-up Meetings.
Timeline
Life Enrichment Director
StoryPoint Senior Living
01.2022 - Current
Life Enrichment Director
Gardens of Germantown
07.2019 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Humboldt High School
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