TAKYRA MARIN
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Achieved successful execution of tailored activities that resonate with participants.
Leveraged strong organizational skills to facilitate seamless program delivery.
Created enriching experiences that promote inclusivity and engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Higher Hopes LLC
Glendale, AZ
11.2018 - Current
- Developed engaging recreational programs to enhance participant enjoyment and social interaction.
- Coordinated schedules and activities, ensuring seamless execution of daily events for diverse groups.
- Assisted in training staff on best practices for program delivery and participant engagement strategies.
- Monitored participant feedback to refine activities and improve overall satisfaction with services provided.
- Implemented safety protocols during events, ensuring a secure environment for all participants and staff members.
- Collaborated with community organizations to expand resources and create new opportunities for program growth.
- Led team meetings to discuss program updates, brainstorm ideas, and foster collaborative planning efforts.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Addressed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents during group settings through effective communication strategies that maintained a positive atmosphere.
- Trained new activity staff members on program development procedures and best practices for engaging diverse populations of older adults.
- Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Trained and provided information to new volunteers to contribute to activities and programs in constructive ways.
- Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
Culinary Specialist
US Army
El Paso, TX
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.
- Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
- Cook foodstuffs according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.
- Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
- Monitor use of government food commodities to ensure that proper procedures are followed.
- Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
- Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment.
- Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures.
- Bake breads, rolls, and other pastries.
- Train new employees.
- Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing, taking advantage of foods in season and local availability.
Cashier/Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
Goodyear, AZ
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Count funds and reconcile daily summaries of transactions to balance books.
- Provide assistance in the training and orientation of new cashiers.
- Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
- Cook foodstuffs according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.
- Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment.
- Train new employees.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Apollo High School
Glendale, AZ05.2015
Skills
- English Language
- Customer and Personal Service
- Speaking
- Computers and Electronics
- Monitoring
- Instructing
- Food Production
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Time Management
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Complex Problem Solving
- Transportation
- Troubleshooting
- Activity organization
- Organizational skills
- Event planning experience
- Program development
- Attention to detail
- Coaching and mentoring
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Activity Director
Higher Hopes LLC
11.2018 - Current
Culinary Specialist
US Army
09.2016 - 08.2018
Cashier/Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
06.2015 - 08.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Apollo High School