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Daniella Hishmeh

Hamilton,Ontario

Summary

Dedicated Recreation Therapist with 1 year of experience in organizing recreational activities as therapy and medical treatment to support improved wellness among participants. Resourceful in devising diverse programs with exercise and social activities geared to individuals' abilities and specific needs. Committed to boosting progress and goal attainment by closely observing participants' responses, progress and outcomes to adjust activities for changing demands.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recreation Therapist

Idlewyld Manor
01.2023 - Current
  • Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
  • Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
  • Documented overall well-being of residents and progress to evaluate activities for enjoyment and efficacy.
  • Educated residents on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
  • Document residents' participation and engagement and maintain communication with interdisciplinary team.
  • Used Point Click Care and ActivityPro to manage care plans and document data for long- and short-term residents.
  • Developed and executed successful programs for residents who suffer from a wide range of diagnoses, including severe cognitive impairment (Dementia, Alzheimer's), Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, and Depression.

Universal Support Worker

Idlewyld Manor
12.2020 - 01.2023
  • Held responsibility for COVID screening and prompt testing of staff, contractors, and caregivers.
  • Upheld a secure, sanitary, and healthful environment at all times.
  • Provided capable assistance encompassing dressing, feeding, lifting, transferring, skincare, oral hygiene, and light housekeeping duties.
  • Enhanced professional competencies through active engagement with training, learning opportunities, and participation in mandatory courses.
  • Collaborated in the facilitation of recreational programs designed for residents with Mild Cognitive Impairment.

Education

Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation

Georgian College
Barrie, ON
09.2024

Skills

  • Therapeutic Activity Planning
  • Team-Building Exercises
  • Professional Development
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Advertising Activities

Certification

  • Foundations of Dementia, McMaster University - 2022
  • Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care, Thrive Group - 2022

Timeline

Recreation Therapist

Idlewyld Manor
01.2023 - Current

Universal Support Worker

Idlewyld Manor
12.2020 - 01.2023

Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation

Georgian College

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