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Eric Otto

Shuniah,ON

Summary

Dedicated Therapeutic Recreationist with a genuine understanding of the elderly and a strong focus on client-centered service. Skilled in designing engaging recreational programs and fostering meaningful interactions among residents and families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapeutic Recreationist

St Joseph's Care Group, Hogarth Riverview Manor
Thunder Bay, Ontario
03.2021 - Current
  • Planned, implemented, and evaluated recreation programs, including one-on-one, small, and large group activities, and special events for the residents.
  • Completed residents' leisure assessments, established care plan goals, and interventions to achieve individualized goals.
  • Promoted client-centered service by valuing and incorporating client feedback in the design and scheduling of recreational and social programs.
  • Assisted with daily feeding during residents' meal time.
  • Prepared for, and participated in, resident interdisciplinary care conferences.
  • Promoted positive and meaningful interactions between residents, families, team members, and community partners.

Volunteer

Southbridge Roseview Manor Long Term Care Facility
Thunder Bay, Ontario
09.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assisted residents with recreational activities.
  • Socialized and participated in friendly visits with residents.
  • Escorted residents to and from their rooms.
  • Completed other tasks as requested by the staff.

Education

Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation

Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, ON
12-2020

Certificate - Aboriginal Canadian Relations

Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, ON
12-2020

Skills

  • Genuine understanding and interest in meeting the needs of the elderly
  • Skilled at communicating effectively, both in writing and orally
  • Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and publishing software
  • Effective in team collaboration and relationship building

Certification

  • Online Dementia Care Training & U-First! With P.I.E.C.E.S Training Educaton Program for Front-Line Workers
  • Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) in Dementia Care: Supporting Persons with Responsive Behaviors
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training
  • First Aid Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Therapeutic Recreationist

St Joseph's Care Group, Hogarth Riverview Manor
03.2021 - Current

Volunteer

Southbridge Roseview Manor Long Term Care Facility
09.2018 - 01.2020

Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation

Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology

Certificate - Aboriginal Canadian Relations

Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology

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