Stefanie Lurvey
Groton,MA
Summary
History of developing creative and engaging activities to keep residents entertained, promote skills and maintain physical and mental abilities. Well-versed in craft-based, musical, memory and other program types. Highly organized and focused with good multitasking and time management skills. Competent planner and group leader with experience managing both on-site and off-site activities for both children and adults.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Receptionist
Nashoba Park Assisted Living Community
09.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Resolved resident issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
- Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
Personal Care Assistant
The McLemore Family
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Built strong relationships to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Cooked daily meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Preschool Assistant
Sunshine School
09.2006 - 06.2016
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westford Academy
Westford, MA05.2000
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Team Building
- Goal Setting
- Adaptability
- Organizational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Resident Support
- Group Recreation
- Activity Coordination
- Field Trip Supervision
- Composure and Emotional Control
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Additional Information
I spent most of my childhood volunteering at nursing homes, due to my mother being an Activities Director. I have learned a lot through the years from spending time and engaging with nursing home residents. I love spending time with seniors and I consider it a privilege to be able to spend my time with them!
Timeline
Front Desk Receptionist
Nashoba Park Assisted Living Community
09.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
The McLemore Family
08.2016 - 07.2019
Preschool Assistant
Sunshine School
09.2006 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Westford Academy
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