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Sonya Pereira

5931 Turnberry Dr. Banning,California

Summary

Positive and upbeat Activity and Engagement Specialist - passionate about helping older adults live full lives. Develops and coordinates activity calendar and promotes events. Excellent command of schedule management and safety protocols. Maintain discipline and safety while delivering fun and engaging experience for participants. Work effectively within teams to develop creative ideas and solutions. High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Activities and Engagement Specialist

Uniper Care Inc
02.2021 - 08.2023
  • Helped members build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence through fun and engaging programs.
  • Scheduled and taught Yoga, Meditation, Sing-Along, Arts and Crafts, Travel and Poetry Programs
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Maintained master calendar and all relevant records and schedules.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for all members by innovating, organizing and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Designed enjoyable and innovative programs to enrich members lives.
  • Conducted Interviews for Volunteers.
  • Performed clerical duties, including registering participants and answering specific program inquiries.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.

Activities Coordinator -Volunteer

Jewish Family Services Of Los Angeles
06.2018 - 08.2020


  • Planned and Participated in fun activities with members to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide entertainment - Bingo, Painting, Gardening
  • Organized and scheduled movies and documentaries of interest.
  • Planned activities for fun day trips to the Regan Library, Opera, Ballet and Arts and Craft Fairs.
  • Phone calls to members to update them on Activities and keep them engaged.
  • Assisted in member participation of Yoga and Pilates programs
  • Helped plan Book Clubs and Walking for Wellness Programs.
  • Organized and oversaw special events like Birthday Parties, Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinners.
  • Planned table decor , centerpieces, table set up and event decor for all special events
  • Helped maintain clean neat and operational facilities to serve program needs
  • Provided administrative support to department heads.

Events Manager

Lensray Travel
05.2008 - 07.2018
  • Planned and executed Meetings and Conventions across the United States for Leading Pharmaceutical companies.
  • Responsible for all Audio Visual and Design Elements for Programs.
  • Lead Event Manger for Pirelli Tires LLC; with Incentive programs and travel to Rome, Paris, Monaco, Sicily, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Bahamas and Aruba.
  • Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
  • Ensured participants had travel documents, itineraries, airline tickets for all travel segments
  • Coordinated florists, photographers and musicians for events.
  • Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
  • Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.

Education

Job Related Coursework - Activity Leader Educational Training

Activity Consulting And Training
Mission Viejo, United States
10.2020

Residential Care For The Elderly Program - Residential Care For The Elderly

State of California Department of Social Services
California
10.2020

Associate of Arts - Communications

Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA
05.1993

Skills

  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Computer Knowledge/ Internet/ Social Media and Design Tools
  • Teamwork
  • Friendly, Kind and Patient
  • Organizational and Time Management
  • Good listening skills
  • Leadership
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Activity Planning and Coordination

Timeline

Activities and Engagement Specialist

Uniper Care Inc
02.2021 - 08.2023

Activities Coordinator -Volunteer

Jewish Family Services Of Los Angeles
06.2018 - 08.2020

Events Manager

Lensray Travel
05.2008 - 07.2018

Job Related Coursework - Activity Leader Educational Training

Activity Consulting And Training

Residential Care For The Elderly Program - Residential Care For The Elderly

State of California Department of Social Services

Associate of Arts - Communications

Los Angeles City College

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