Sonia Borunda
Tucson
Summary
Dynamic Activities Director with a proven track record at Brookdale Senior Living Inc., excelling in event coordination and volunteer management. Enhanced resident engagement through innovative program development and effective budget management. Skilled in fostering relationships and ensuring safety compliance, resulting in increased community involvement and resident satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Job Coach
SunriseSenior Living
12.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized employment plans tailored to client strengths and goals.
- Provided ongoing support and job readiness training to enhance client employability.
- Facilitated workshops on resume writing, interview skills, and workplace etiquette.
- Collaborated with employers to identify job openings suitable for clients' skill sets.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted coaching strategies as needed for improvement.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to expand job placement opportunities.
- Trained new staff members on effective coaching methods and client engagement practices.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to support job coaching.
- Offered ongoing support to clients throughout their job search process, leading to increased levels of motivation and selfconfidence.
- Established a supportive environment for clients, conducting regular check-ins to address any concerns or obstacles during the job search process.
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
02.2019 - Current
- Coordinated community events fostering social engagement among residents and families.
- Developed and implemented activity schedules enhancing resident participation in programs.
- Trained and supervised volunteers, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with staff to assess resident interests, tailoring activities to meet diverse needs.
- Managed logistics for events, including supplies, transportation, and venue arrangements.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Responsible for scheduling transportation for residents.
- Responsible for the department's scheduling of employees.
- Managing the monthly budget and purchasing supplies for the department.
Activities Director
Pegus Senior Living
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in activity coordination and resident engagement strategies.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness routinely, making adjustments as necessary to better meet residents'' needs.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by developing and implementing diverse activity programs tailored to individual interests and needs.
Activities Director
Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
03.2009 - 06.2018
- Developed engaging activity programs tailored to resident interests and needs.
- Coordinated special events, enhancing community involvement and resident participation.
- Managed volunteer recruitment and training, fostering a supportive environment for residents.
- Collaborated with staff to assess resident satisfaction and improve program offerings.
- Implemented safety protocols for all activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led team meetings to strategize activity planning and optimize resource allocation.
- Analyzed feedback data to refine programs, enhancing overall resident experience and well-being.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Supported cognitive health through the implementation of brain fitness programs designed to stimulate mental acuity in older adults.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents by designing opportunities for group projects, discussion groups, game nights, and other shared experiences.
- Increased community engagement by organizing special events, outings, and guest speakers for residents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tucson High School
Tucson, AZ05-1993
Skills
- Event coordination
- Volunteer management
- Activity scheduling
- Community engagement
- Budget management
- Staff training
- Safety compliance
- Program development
- Resident assessment
- Volunteer recruitment
- Budgeting and finance
- Fundraising strategies
- Expense reimbursement
- Schedule management
- Relationship building
- Work scheduling
- Social media management
Certification
CPR/ First Aide
Food Handlers
Finger print card
DOT
Timeline
Job Coach
SunriseSenior Living
12.2024 - Current
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
02.2019 - Current
Activities Director
Pegus Senior Living
06.2018 - 02.2019
Activities Director
Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
03.2009 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Tucson High School