VANESSA CASTILLO
Fresno,CA
Summary
Observant individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Therapist
Community Behavioral Health Center
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitate adaptive programs for patients with mental illness, physical disabilities promoting increased physical activity and overall wellbeing.
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Promoted a positive and inclusive environment during all therapy sessions, fostering a sense of belonging among participants.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of program effectiveness, refining approaches as needed to maximize therapeutic outcomes.
- Introduce and design therapeutic interventions to meet specific physical or psychological needs.
- Administered assessments and initals to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions, leading to more effective treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, improving their quality of life.
Porterville Developmental Center Recreational Therapist Student Assistant
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Conducted patient evaluations to identify mental, emotional, social and physical aptitudes, assess abilities and identify conditions suitable for recreational interventions.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Maintained detailed records outlining patient treatment plans, progress updates, treatment adjustments, goal achievements and outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices through continuing education courses, providing cutting-edge care for patients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting social interaction and support among participants.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Community Regional Medical Center, PCT (Patient Care Tech)
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Education
Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Masters in Clinical Counseling
Alliant International University
Fresno, CA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Fresno State University
05.2021
CNA Program Completed -
Duncan Poly Technical High School
05.2015
Skills
- Computer literate
- Bilingual English and Spanish (read/write/speak)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer
- Team Player
- Multitask
- Multicultural Competence
- Mental Health Support
- Chart updating
- Program coordination
- Documentation skills
- Activity Planning
- Active Listening
- Medical Terminology
- Treatment management
Volunteer Experience
- Kaweah Delta Mental Hospital, 100+, 08/2020, 12/2020
- Cal Vet Veterans Home of California – Fresno, Jan 2018 – Nov 2019
- Community Regional Medical center, 300+, 06/2012, 08/2014
- Community Dialysis Center, 10/2014, 12/2014
References
- Julie Guzman, (559) 361-1141, Rehabilitation Therapist Supervisor
- Amanda Sepeda, (559) 759-3145, Recreational Therapist
Timeline
Recreational Therapist
Community Behavioral Health Center
08.2022 - Current
Porterville Developmental Center Recreational Therapist Student Assistant
01.2021 - 10.2021
Community Regional Medical Center, PCT (Patient Care Tech)
08.2020 - 12.2020
Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Masters in Clinical Counseling
Alliant International University
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Fresno State University
CNA Program Completed -
Duncan Poly Technical High School
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