Benicia, California, United States
I have nearly 10 years experience as an activities professional within the assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing industries. I have enjoyed my experience within those areas and would not be opposed to consider offers from other communities. However, I also have the skills and education that I can offer in other industries. For example, I founded and operated a small non-profit, supporting students in Uganda. While working for my non-profit, I have needed to travel to Uganda on several occasions. I have a Bachelors of Science degree in psychology and two masters degrees. I also have training in counseling.
• Coordinated transportation for residents to medical and psychiatric appointments, ensuring timely attendance. • Acted as a liaison with County Social Services, documenting non-baseline behaviors to enhance resident care. • Managed the facility's vehicle fleet, overseeing maintenance schedules and insurance communications.
Devised and implemented activities; assured compliance with local and company standards; worked with other department coordinators to initiate, enhance or reform activities. Supervised one assistant, one driver, and several long-term and temporary volunteers. Initiated volunteer program, assured guidelines were met including background checks, drug and alcohol screens, medical tests and examinations. Managed departmental budget, processed invoices, made and tracked credit card purchases. Organized special events including hiring entertainers, setting menus, and renting or buying party supplies. Primary editor of the monthly community newsletter, writing articles and collecting photos for publication. Supervised and coordinated community transportation needs, maintain service, registration and safety information for two vehicles
Implemented social, recreational and exercise programs for assisted living residents and skilled nursing patients; Scheduled regularly-occurring musical and cultural events; Excelled as principle instructor of a Bible study and facilitator of special educational programming covering various historical topics; Evaluated and reported on residents’ and patients’ physical and mental status based on behaviors displayed during activity programs; Assessed new skilled nursing patients to learn of their personal histories, interests and needs; Provided pastoral counseling to residents and patients as requested.