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ACTIVITY DIRECTOR
Summary
Compassionate Activity Director with background in maintaining organization while planning and coordinating activities. Knowledgeable in evaluating residents' needs and conducting group activities to improve quality of life. First-rate interpersonal, organizational and persuasive skills.
Generous Activity Director with over 10 + years of experience working with a variety of individuals in various settings while planning and implementing innovative activity programs. First-aid certified and hold a valid driver's license. Creative and compassionate with a deep love for improving the quality of life for residents.
Skills
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Experience
Abbington Murray | Murray , UTActivity Director10/2018 - Current
- Monthly supply ordering
- Completing medical paperwork necessary for my position
- Communicating with residents and their families
- Supervising 2-4 staff
- Creating Seasonal/Holiday Bulletin Boards and Decorations
- Designed programs to encourage entertainment, relaxation, socialization, and fulfillment for a variety of LTC and STC Nursing Home residents.
- Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
- Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
- Organized and lead variety of small and large group activities, including Pet Therapy, Holiday parties and out of facility events.
Penn State University | University Park , PAActivity Specialist06/2016 - 10/2018
- Collaborated with other team members and planned special out of facility trips and Community events
- Created unique themes and fun and educational activities
- Managed inventory and ordered new supplies for activities when stock was running low.
- Maintained records of activities and analyzed feedback from participants.
- Designed programs to encourage entertainment, relaxation, socialization, and fulfillment for Nursing Home residents.
- Handled budgetary concerns, keeping all activities affordable.
- Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
- Organized and lead variety of small and large group activities, including word games, socials and Bingo activities.
- Observed participants for signs of physical distress and stopped activity to administer care.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained all equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
Promedica Senior Care | Pittsburgh , PAHabilitative Aide06/2002 - 07/2016
- Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
- Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
- Managed grocery shopping and took clients to medical appointments.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Assisted in meal prep and medication dispensing if needed.
- Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.
- Comforted patients and provided each with reassurance and encouragement.
Silver Oaks Nursing Center | City , STATEActivity Aide01/1995 - 06/2002
- Drove excitement for activities by encouraging everyone to fully participate.
- Supported positive socialization within groups and activities to promote respect among all participants.
- Tallied data of behaviors and performance during activities in daily tracker.
- Observed participants for signs of physical distress and stopped activity to administer care.
- Used diverse strategies, including one-on-one time and small groups, to engage residents in facility life.
Education and Training
Butler County Community College | City, StateAssociate of Applied Science in Recreation Therapy05/1997
Wilmington Area High School | City, StateHigh School Diploma06/1994
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School Attended
- Butler County Community College
- Wilmington Area High School
Job Titles Held:
- Activity Director
- Activity Specialist
- Habilitative Aide
- Activity Aide
Degrees
- Associate of Applied Science in Recreation Therapy
High School Diploma
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