Jacqueline Sanchez
Oxnard
Summary
Knowledgeable Recreational Specialist with proven ability to design and implement engaging recreational programs. Successfully managed activities that boosted community participation and satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in coordinating with diverse teams and adapting to varying needs. With a track record of delivering engaging and effective programs. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Expertise includes activity planning, program coordination, and client relationship management. Valued for reliability, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Specialist
Casa PacifIca Centers for Children & Families
05.2022 - Current
- Managed facility operations, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants.
- Maintained accurate records of participant attendance, equipment inventory, and program expenses, ensuring proper budget management.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating diverse recreational activities and events into program offerings.
- Promoted inclusivity by designing adaptive recreational activities tailored to the needs of individuals with disabilities or other limitations.
- Coordinated special events and community outreach initiatives, increasing awareness of available services and resources.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative programs, resulting in increased participation rates.
Mentored Internship Program
Casa PacifIca Centers for Children & Families
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and the final group presentation.
- Prepared recreational therapy groups and reports to assist senior staff.
- Participated in the planning and execution of community outreach programs, strengthening community relations.
Child Care Worker
Trinity House Group Home
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence and structure.
- Provided guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Advocate for youth's rights.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Provide assistance with transportation.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Medication administration.
- Planned weekend outings.
Child Care Worker/ Transitional Home Supervisor
Pro Youth Centers
03.2014 - 09.2017
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
- Kept notes of daily behavior issues, and medications administered to children.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with youth's treatment team.
- Observed activities and outings to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Child Care Worker
New Way Group Home
06.2011 - 06.2014
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for youth with various learning styles.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for youth.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to youth.
- Administered prescribed medication in pill, liquid and shot format.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents, treatment team, social worker.
- Met with clinical staff about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Enforced rules.
- Crisis communication intervention when youth needs encouragement or assistance.
Child Care Worker
Casa Pacifica
02.2008 - 08.2013
- Prepared weekend group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Managed safety and security of all youth under care.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Worked with youth to provide both individual and group leadership skills.
- Meet with Clinical staff and team about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development on site and also during outings
- Provide counseling to and support to mentally disturbed teen girls in residential cottage.
Education
GED -
Rio Mesa High School
Oxnard, CA5 2004
Associate of Science - Addictive Disorders Studies
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA05-2024
Skills
- I have good face-to-face communication with clients, customers, and coworkers
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (Fluent)
- I am good at providing clear instructions and also following directions
- A fast learner and eager to acquire new skills
- Cultural awareness
- Good work ethic
- Friendly and great attitude
- Activity planning
- Facility management
- Outdoor education
- Sports coaching
- Safety
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity coordination
- Program planning
- Fitness instruction
- First aid and CPR
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- CPR certification
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Emotional support
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution
- Professionalism
- Youth mentoring
- Arts and crafts
- Customer and Service-oriented
- Conflict management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Group supervision
- Group facilitation
- Group discussions
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Recreational Specialist
Casa PacifIca Centers for Children & Families
05.2022 - Current
Mentored Internship Program
Casa PacifIca Centers for Children & Families
05.2022 - 08.2023
Child Care Worker
Trinity House Group Home
09.2019 - 03.2020
Child Care Worker/ Transitional Home Supervisor
Pro Youth Centers
03.2014 - 09.2017
Child Care Worker
New Way Group Home
06.2011 - 06.2014
Child Care Worker
Casa Pacifica
02.2008 - 08.2013
GED -
Rio Mesa High School
Associate of Science - Addictive Disorders Studies
Oxnard College
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