Gurnoor Kaur
Markham
Summary
Energetic, person-centered Therapeutic Recreation Professional with diverse experience supporting adult and geriatric populations different settings. Skilled in applying the APIE process, delivering evidence-informed interventions, and facilitating group/individual programs to enhance patient outcomes through reactivation, community integration, and leisure education.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Recreation Student
Providence Healthcare Centre – Palliative & Transitional Care Unit
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided compassionate support to palliative and transitional care patients, facilitating group and 1:1 programs to enhance engagement and emotional well-being.
- Participated in patient assessments and collaborated on individualized care plans, setting goals to support recovery and adaptation to physical changes.
- Utilized creative bedside methods to engage high-support patients, delivering personalized stimulation to meet complex needs.
- Documented patient progress and outcomes using Epic, ensuring accurate, timely records and effective communication with the care team.
Therapeutic Recreation Intern
Runnymede Healthcare Centre – LTLD & Complex Continuing Care
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Completed 560-hour internship under a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, conducting assessments and facilitating goal-oriented group/1:1 programs.
- Monitored patients’ emotional well-being, making referrals for counseling or support services to address identified needs.
- Documented assessments, SOAP notes, and program evaluations, contributing to accurate patient records and interdisciplinary team rounds.
- Provided leisure education to promote healthy leisure lifestyles, incorporating client feedback to enhance program effectiveness.
Activation Aide
Cheltenham Care Community (Sienna Senior Living)
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Planned and facilitated small/large group programs and special events, fostering resident engagement and community connection.
- Applied Gentle Persuasive Approaches to redirect distress and reduce responsive behaviors, providing emotional support to residents.
- Maintained comprehensive resident documentation, including assessments, progress notes, and care plans, to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with volunteers and intergenerational programs to create a home-like environment, enhancing resident experience through welcoming communal spaces.
Therapeutic Recreation Student
North York General Hospital – Specialized Geriatrics Day Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported older adults with complex medical and mobility issues, facilitating individualized and group programs to promote meaningful leisure.
- Assisted in client assessments and goal setting, linking patients to community programs to support long-term wellness post-discharge.
- Provided leisure education to clients and families, creating daily routines incorporating meaningful activities to enhance quality of life.
- Documented assessments, progress notes, and discharge plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams during rounds to ensure holistic care.
Therapeutic Recreation Student
Bedale Acres (City of Toronto)
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Planned and facilitated group recreation programs and 1:1 visits, enhancing resident engagement and emotional well-being through tailored activities.
- Observed and participated in resident assessments, contributing to individualized care plans and documenting outcomes using Point of Care.
- Assisted in creating the monthly recreation calendar, supporting the development of diverse and engaging programs for residents.
- Supported community outings, pet therapy visits, and special events, fostering social connections and meaningful leisure experiences for residents.
Therapeutic Recreation Student
Extendicare Guildwood
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in organizing and facilitating group programs and special events, promoting resident engagement and social interaction.
- Conducted 1:1 friendly visits, documenting resident participation and progress to support individualized goals and care plans.
- Assisted in planning and supported resident outings, ensuring safety and enriching community-based leisure experiences.
- Collaborated on resident assessments, helping create personalized care plans to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Education
Honours Bachelor - Therapeutic Recreation
Seneca Polytechnic
King, ON04.2025
Skills
- APIE Process (Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation)
- Outcome-Oriented Programming & Goal Setting
- Standardized & Non-Standardized Assessments
- Individual and Group Facilitation
- Documentation (Epic, PointClickCare, Meditech, ActivityPro)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Care Rounds
- Volunteer Coordination Support
- Person-Centered Care & Cultural Competence
- Motivational Interviewing, GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approaches)
- TRO Member and Knowledge of current TR research and practices
- Positive attitude, Fast learner, Attention to detail
Certification
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, Feb 2025 – Heaven Can Wait
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA), June 2024 – AGE
- Food Handler Certificate, Jan 2025
- Cognitive Stimulation Therapy Workshop, OSOT
- Motivational Interviewing Workshop, Southlake Regional Healthcare
LANGUAGES
English
Punjabi
Hindi
Timeline
Therapeutic Recreation Student
Providence Healthcare Centre – Palliative & Transitional Care Unit
01.2025 - 04.2025
Therapeutic Recreation Intern
Runnymede Healthcare Centre – LTLD & Complex Continuing Care
09.2024 - 12.2024
Therapeutic Recreation Student
North York General Hospital – Specialized Geriatrics Day Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Activation Aide
Cheltenham Care Community (Sienna Senior Living)
02.2024 - 12.2024
Therapeutic Recreation Student
Bedale Acres (City of Toronto)
01.2024 - 04.2024
Therapeutic Recreation Student
Extendicare Guildwood
09.2023 - 12.2023
Honours Bachelor - Therapeutic Recreation
Seneca Polytechnic
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