Tamara Shannon
Genoa,NY
Summary
Accomplished Director of Recreation & Volunteer Services at Cayuga Nursing & Rehab Center, with a proven track record in developing and implementing comprehensive recreation programs that enhance community integration and resident empowerment. Expert in activity analysis and adaptive techniques, I excel in fostering multicultural competence and creativity, significantly boosting team morale and resident satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Recreation & Volunteer Services, CTRS
Cayuga Nursing & Rehab Center
03.2019 - Current
- Develop, plan, implement and assess an engaging REC schedule in order to meet social, emotional, physical, spiritual, creative and cognitive needs of residents.
- Nurtures a fun, creative, engaging, meaningful community atmosphere.
- Provides hands on leadership rolls that cultivate a positive work environment that boosts team morale.
- Maintains the facility General Store and manages budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of REC resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Facilitates resident activism and empowerment throughout the Resident Council process.
- Provides direct care and supervision for our residents.
- Develops and maintains community volunteers and positive public relations.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, YRSII
Office of Children & Family Services, OCFS
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Administration. Planned, implemented and supervised recreation department at Harriet Tubman Residential facility.
- Supervised other recreation professionals.
- Developed and oversaw facility REC budget.
- Create opportunities for community connections via outings and volunteers.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Crouse Hospital Chemical Dependency Treatment Ctr.
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Planned and implemented group recovery-based programs, therapy and REC activities.
- Functioned as part of the Crouse interdisciplinary team to effectively serve patients.
- Utilized enthusiasm and creativity in leadership position.
- Established and maintained therapeutic relationships with patients.
- Evaluation and documentation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
State University of New York
Cortland, NY05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Chemical Dependency Counseling, CASAC-T
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, NYCertificate in Masonry - Bricklayer
Tennessee Technology Center
Morristown, TNSkills
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, CTRS
- Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
- Creativity and Innovation
- Professional Ethics
- Disability Knowledge
- Multicultural Competence
- Community Integration
- Adaptive Techniques
- Activity Analysis
- Patient Evaluation
Service Experience:
Ithaca Roller Derby
Coach, trainer, skater
- Head of ILWR Training Committee
- 14 years coaching, training, skating experience for adults and juniors
- Established league training curriculum
- Finance and Membership and Recruitment affiliate.
Timeline
Director of Recreation & Volunteer Services, CTRS
Cayuga Nursing & Rehab Center
03.2019 - Current
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, YRSII
Office of Children & Family Services, OCFS
01.2017 - 10.2018
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Crouse Hospital Chemical Dependency Treatment Ctr.
01.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
State University of New York
Associate of Applied Science - Chemical Dependency Counseling, CASAC-T
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Certificate in Masonry - Bricklayer
Tennessee Technology Center
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