Somal Kahlon
Brampton,ON
Summary
Professional with expertise in delivering programs with diverse recreational activities aligned with needs, capabilities and interests of individuals. Goal-oriented in creating programming targeted to improve health and wellbeing of participants. Flexible in adapting program activities to abilities and desires of individuals to encourage participation, progress and healing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Tim Horton
Brampton, ON
09.2021 - Current
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
Recreation Therapy Intern
Extendicare, 6472843234
Mississauga
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
Recreation Therapy Intern
Maple Grove Care Community, 4166713557
Brampton, ON
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Documented overall well-being of residents and progress to evaluate activities for enjoyment and efficacy.
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
Recreation Therapy Intern
Villa Forum Long Term Care Residence, 6474076924
Mississauga, ON
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered recreational programs to meet needs and preferences of diverse resident population.
- Facilitated interaction in programs by engaging with participants individually to provide encouragement and guidance.
- Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
Freelance Content Writer
Self Employed
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Authored strategic content using appropriate tone and language to meet objectives.
- Researched various topics using multiple sources for writing inspiration and information.
- Followed style guidelines and writing project parameters to produce on-target deliverables.
Education
Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation
Lambton College
Mississauga, ON12.2022
Skills
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Flexible
- Multitasking
- Team management
- Documentation skills
- Planning and Coordination
- Leadership
- Dependable and Responsible
- Activities Leadership
- Emotional Support
- Computer Proficiency
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
- SMART SERVE, Smart Serve Ontario
- Standard First Aid- CPR A- AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Recreation Therapy Intern
Extendicare, 6472843234
12.2022 - 01.2023
Recreation Therapy Intern
Maple Grove Care Community, 4166713557
07.2022 - 08.2022
Recreation Therapy Intern
Villa Forum Long Term Care Residence, 6474076924
11.2021 - 12.2021
Supervisor
Tim Horton
09.2021 - Current
Freelance Content Writer
Self Employed
07.2021 - 10.2021
Diploma - Therapeutic Recreation
Lambton College