United States
Experienced Recreational Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the recreational therapeutic facilities and program services. Skilled in Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Office Administration, and Social Media. Strong community and social services professional with a Bachelor's Degree focused in Health Science & Recreation, Concentration in Therapeutic with a minor in Biological Science from San Jose State University.
• Manage high caseloads, and work effectively with both single-parent and two-parent households • Explain program services, policies and procedures, employment and training programs, individual rights and responsibilities, and participation requirements both orally and in writing • Interview clients for orientation, appraisal, and obtain factual information through Online CalWORKs Appraisal Tool (OCAT) • Assess client’s background and experiences with a focus on education, work history, personal development, and occupational interests • Identify client’s goals and objectives, provide recommendations as necessary, and support clients in achieving them • Assess any potential barriers to participation and make appropriate referrals to employment, education and/or training services • Refer clients to programs and services including community-based organizations, mental health services, social workers, domestic abuse, family stabilization, adult basic education, community colleges, etc. • Schedule appointments with clients to discuss Welfare-to-Work (WTW) activity and sign a plan • Determine the appropriate Welfare-to-Work activity and develop a plan that will meet with client needs, goals and comply with program requirements • Engage with clients through a variety of communication including phone calls, emails and appointment letters • Meet with clients and/or family on a regular scheduled basis to provide ongoing assistance while managing cases in a timely and efficient manner • Monitor and verify client’s activity and participation to ensure client is meeting the program requirements and making satisfactory progress • Document evidence of client’s non-compliance, and apply the non-compliance and sanction process within specified timelines • Update, manage, and document client case records by documenting all actions, referrals, attendance and follow-up activities • Performs related work as required
• Working as a Therapeutic Specialist at Bascom Community Center • Facilitate in-person therapeutic programs which includes adaptive/wheelchair sports such as Wheelchair Basketball and Power Soccer • Support and facilitate virtual therapeutic programs which includes Simply Cooking, Music Mondays, Virtual Field Trips, and Around the Town Club • Working closely with All Access Sports and Recreation (AASR) and Grace Art and Wellness • Assist colleagues with supervising recreation leaders • Work collaboratively with Bascom’s team and Library to help maintain a safe environment for everyone and building excellent customer service relationships • Work with other sites and other entities to facilitate collaborative programs on-and-off sites such as Hope Services, Friends of Children with Special Needs, Mission Bay, and more • Participate and support organizations with special events such as Golf 4 Life, Accessibility Day, Disability Awareness Month, Viva CalleSJ, and more • Worked and facilitated successful summer camps for kids ages 5 - 12, and supervised more than 12 summer camp leaders • Plans and conducts specialized programs, leisure activities and special events for individuals with disabilities of all ages • Plans and conducts community integration experiences, cultural and community outings and wilderness experiences • Plans and conducts events to promote disability awareness, public awareness of City Therapeutic services, and related events • Facilitate, organize, and direct leisure activities in conjunction with other agencies and organizations • Participates in budget preparation • Leads and trains recreation staff, new recruits and volunteers for therapeutic programs
• Plan and facilitate a therapeutic program at Camden Community Center called, Around the Town Club, for adults with cognitive and physical disabilities to explore the town, learn independent skills such as budgeting, planning transportations and building social skills • Facilitate therapeutic programs at various community centers in the South Bay, where participants can be creative and participate with hands-on experience in a safe and fun environment • Manage, plan, and implement several 8-week sessions of therapeutic and recreational programs for all ages • Help plan and assist staff with special events and holiday parties serving those with various disabilities at different locations and work with other cities to facilitate cooperative events
• Stepped down from full-time position to work as per diem since October 2020 • Assess and facilitate specialize activities in group-settings for patients with mental illness that are appropriate to patient age, needs, development, and interests • Work collaboratively with all treatment team members to create a treatment environment that supports the hospital’s mission to provide exemplary patient care and customer service • Co-supervise and manage intern program for prospective undergraduates and professionals • Communicate with nursing staff any changes in a patient’s status, including medical or behavioral • Documentation of medical records and reports is timely, legible, thorough and in required format • Plan, acquire, and maintain adequate inventory of materials and equipment used in the program • Establish therapeutic activity programs in accordance with clinical guidelines and modalities recognized and accepted by the behavioral field • Seek clinical supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient(s) either in an individual or group setting • Maintain current knowledge of expressive therapy methods and techniques • Document group sessions in the medical record per hospital requirements, including assessments, treatment plan, and group notes • Act to preserve patient and family dignity and safety
• Assisted, planned, and facilitated activity programs in group-settings for residents with Traumatic Brain Injuries and Behavioral Disorder long term care • Encouraged residents to participate in programs such as hobbies and crafts, large groups and one-on-one • Maintained behavior management program such as care planned and document any changes with the Activity Director • Assisted in compiling and maintaining activities schedule, projects, crafts, resources, and other hobbies to meet the needs of the residents • Performed assessments on new residents to gather their leisure interests • Assisted and wrote progress notes of quarterly and annually program activity update • Created and modified monthly schedule with current holidays and special events • Maintained behavior management program as care planned and document any changes with the Director • Created and maintained a warm, positive, and safe environment for residents and other departments
• Provided excellent customer service skills at the front desk to maintain a safe milieu for everyone • Performed various administrative duties including: monthly reports, meetings, creating fliers, surveys, and office organization • Facilitated programs for adults with mental illness, cognitive disabilities, and the homeless community • Maintained an active presence in the community, created a monthly calendar of community outreach events to provide opportunities to community members and built successful working relationships with community partners • Purchased and maintained office supply inventories, always being careful to adhere to budgeting practices • Coordinator and supervisor for the volunteer program with adults and students from various colleges • Event planner and coordinator for holiday and special events, on-side and off-site meetings • Social media account manager in charge of routine status updates, special events and activities, and center announcements
• Provided a safe environment among participants at the recreation center • Interacted with participants and responded to requests, comments and complaints • Registered participants for drop-in programs, memberships and special events • Performed related administrative tasks such as assisting in report preparation, and maintaining records • Operated and utilized a variety of standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers, printers, scanners, phones, calculators, fax, software programs, and accounting machines and equipment • Issued and collected supplies and equipment, and ensured that instructional or craft materials, equipment, facility, fields, and courts are properly prepared • Participated in and assisted with recreation activities and programs for diverse populations, and special recreation activities such as arts and crafts, gardening, dance or dram • Assisted in organizing and conducting special recreational events such as trips and outings • Performed first aid and CPR in case of injury • Performed other related duties as assigned