Jamie Bell
Spencerville,ON
Summary
Approach each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Aide
Southbridge Care Homes
08.2021 - Current
- Planned and implemented activity programs and special events for residents to improve cognitive functions and emotional and mental health.
- Documented daily activities and intake in nursing notes, care plans and communication books to fulfill state requirements.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Planned, coordinated and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
Therapeutic Recreation Consultant
Bloom Therapeutic Recreation and Wellness
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked with client and families to create a care plan that reflected client goals
- Taught virtual chair yoga sessions during COVID
Activity Aide
Groves Park Lodge
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Encouraged full participation in activities from all attendees, which helped drive excitement.
- Documented daily activities and intake in nursing notes, care plans and communication books to fulfill state requirements.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups and personal attention.
Childcare Assistant
YMCA
09.2016 - 04.2019
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
Team Leader - YMCA Play On Program
YMCA
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Built strong relationships with families through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Planned, managed and directed daily activities to meet Play On Program standards.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members
- Worked with children with different diagnoses to ensure inclusion into programs
Education
Therapeutic Recreation - Therapeutic Recreation
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON08.2020
Recreation And Leisure Diploma - Recreation And Leisure
Durham College
Oshawa, ON05.2016
Child And Youth Worker Diploma - Child And Youth Worker
Durham College
Oshawa, ON08.2013
Skills
- Engagement Activities
- Recreational Program Planning
- Resident Engagement
- Activity Planning and Coordination
Certification
- Seniors Fitness Instructor Certification
- Chair Yoga Certification
Timeline
Therapeutic Recreation Consultant
Bloom Therapeutic Recreation and Wellness
01.2022 - 01.2023
Activity Aide
Southbridge Care Homes
08.2021 - Current
Activity Aide
Groves Park Lodge
05.2019 - 08.2021
Childcare Assistant
YMCA
09.2016 - 04.2019
Team Leader - YMCA Play On Program
YMCA
09.2016 - 08.2017
Therapeutic Recreation - Therapeutic Recreation
Algonquin College
Recreation And Leisure Diploma - Recreation And Leisure
Durham College
Child And Youth Worker Diploma - Child And Youth Worker
Durham College
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