Jesus Borja
North Hollywood
Summary
Activities Director experienced in event planning, team management, and program development. Enhanced resident engagement and promoted positive living environments through innovative recreational programs while fostering communication between residents, families, and staff. Delivered enriching activities that improved residents' quality of life, supported social interaction, and contributed to cognitive health.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Director
Griffith Park Healthcare Center
Glendale, CA
10.2025 - 08.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging recreational programs for residents.
- Coordinated schedule of activities to enhance resident participation and enjoyment.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and staff to improve service delivery.
- Assisted in training volunteers to support daily activities and events.
- Promoted a positive environment through organizing social events and community outings.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Supported cognitive health through the implementation of brain fitness programs designed to stimulate mental acuity in older adults.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Evaluated program effectiveness routinely, making adjustments as necessary to better meet residents' needs.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents by designing opportunities for group projects, discussion groups, game nights, and other shared experiences.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of camaraderie among residents through group activities and social gatherings.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Promoted physical wellness by incorporating exercise classes into the daily schedule of activities available to residents.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough records of resident participation in activities.
- Developed meaningful relationships with residents, gaining insight into their personal histories and preferences in order to better serve their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans that incorporated meaningful leisure activities for each resident.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively while still providing high-quality programming for residents.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Streamlined communication among team members through regular meetings and clear delegation of responsibilities.
- Improved staff efficiency by providing comprehensive training on activity planning, documentation, and safety protocols.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Provided safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
- Developed and led intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
Social Worker Assistant
Burbank Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Burbank, CA
01.2021 - 03.2025
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and communication skills.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
- Documented client interactions and progress reports accurately and timely.
- Monitored client behavior and documented changes to inform treatment adjustments.
- Upheld ethical standards of social work practice, ensuring that all actions were in the best interest of clients and their families.
- Helped develop effective care plans advocated for needs of each client with outside agencies and care professionals.
- Assisted social workers in developing comprehensive care plans for clients, improving their quality of life.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Assisted in crisis intervention situations, providing immediate support and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing emotional support and guidance during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate client records, ensuring privacy and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive and effective support for clients and families.
- Supported program leadership in handling day-to-day management needs of a busy office.
- Managed residential discharges for facility and coordinated after-care activities.
- Detailed residents' medical and social needs for personnel and arranged for appropriate services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Arrange transportation for all dialysis patients keep record of days and hours
- Arrange transportation for all patients' appointments
Education
High School Diploma -
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Sylmar, CASkills
- Event planning
- Program management
- Event management
- Program development
- Record management
- Time management
- Group facilitation techniques
- Supply management
- Documentation practices
- Documentation skills
- Recordkeeping skills
- Records coordination
- Meeting facilitation
- Group facilitation
- Meeting coordination
- Inventory control
- Inventory ordering
- Budget management
- Staff training
- Event execution
- Team management
- Team leadership
- Customer support
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Community engagement
- Cultural awareness
- Teamwork
- Staff oversight
- Cultural competency
- Event marketing
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Activities Director
Griffith Park Healthcare Center
10.2025 - 08.2026
Social Worker Assistant
Burbank Healthcare and Rehabilitation
01.2021 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
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