Dedicated recreational therapist with over 20 years experience in working with the public and developing successful recreational activities for patients in long term and acute settings. Knowledge in developing and implementing individual care plans for individuals in geriatric, memory care and mental health populations. Strong organizational, time management, and customer service skills.
Work History
Recreational Therapist Supervisor
18 Years 2 Months
The Living Center | 08.2008 - Current
Supervise and assist 3 activity assistants in long term care setting. Develop monthly activity calendars for 90 bed long term care/memory care facility. Develop daily programs and special events to ensure a continuation of family involvement with residents. Implement and document participation in recreational activities among memory care residents and skilled rehab and long term residents.
40 Hours/week Combined
Volunteer Coordinator
18 Years 2 Months
The Living Center | 08.2008 - Current
Recruit volunteers for long term care facility to promote interactions with residents and community. Started intergenerational program with local school and work closely with the ministerial alliance to provide weekly religious services to the residents. Also work with Missouri Valley University to recruit students to assist with additional activities with residents.
40 Hours/Week Combined
Recreational Therapist
15 Years 9 Months
Fitgibbon Hospital/The Living Center | 04.2005 - 01.2021
Conduct initial interview with skilled rehab patients and assessed patients in geri-psych and acute adult psych unit. Created individualized care plans and goals in the treatment team care plan. Developed individual recreational and leisure activities for specific population and implemented these programs. Documented individual participation in groups and 1:1 interactions. Worked closely with treatment team to ensure a safe and successful discharge from facility.
40 Hours/week
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Central Missouri State University | Warrensburg, MO | 05-2003
Recreational Therapist Assistant at New Mexico Behavioral of Health InstituteRecreational Therapist Assistant at New Mexico Behavioral of Health Institute