Dynamic Activities Director with a proven track record at Traditions of Waterville, enhancing resident engagement through innovative programming and exceptional event coordination. Skilled in calendar management and fostering strong relationships, I successfully increased participation rates and promoted cognitive health, ensuring a vibrant community atmosphere while maintaining budgetary constraints.Type 80 wpm.
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Stephanie Kaupa
Waterville,MN
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Traditions of Waterville
Activities Director
04.2009 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Supported cognitive health through the implementation of brain fitness programs designed to stimulate mental acuity in older adults.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents by designing opportunities for group projects, discussion groups, game nights, and other shared experiences.
- Evaluated program effectiveness routinely, making adjustments as necessary to better meet residents'' needs.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of camaraderie among residents through group activities and social gatherings.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by developing and implementing diverse activity programs tailored to individual interests and needs.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Promoted physical wellness by incorporating exercise classes into the daily schedule of activities available to residents.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough records of resident participation in activities.
- Acted as a liaison between the activities department and other facility staff, ensuring seamless integration of recreational offerings with daily care plans.
- Developed meaningful relationships with residents, gaining insight into their personal histories and preferences in order to better serve their needs.
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations to secure resources and partnerships that benefit residents'' experiences.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Provided respectful mobility assistance to individuals needing extra support.
- Increased community engagement by organizing special events, outings, and guest speakers for residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans that incorporated meaningful leisure activities for each resident.
- Organized seasonal celebrations that fostered a festive atmosphere within the facility while respecting cultural diversity.
- Boosted participation rates with targeted marketing efforts for upcoming activities and events.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively while still providing high-quality programming for residents.
- Implemented art therapy sessions aimed at promoting emotional well-being and self-expression among participants.
- Facilitated support groups addressing specific concerns such as grief or chronic illness management, offering valuable resources for coping strategies.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
- Provided safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers to build loyalty and repeat business.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
Education
LeSueur Henderson HighLe Sueur, MN
Diploma from General Studies
06.1991
University Overview
Skills
- Calendar management
- Facility management
- Event planning
- Event coordination
- Recordkeeping skills
- Newsletter preparation
- Schedule management
- Emergency preparedness
- Group facilitation
- Inventory ordering
- Documentation skills
- Senior living experience
- Mobility support
- Family relationship development
- Security proficiency
- Resident support
- Enrichment program development
- Records coordination
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Professionalism
- Written communication
- Customer retention
- Social media management
Timeline
Activities Director
Traditions of Waterville
04.2009 - 04.2022
LeSueur Henderson High
Diploma from General Studies
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