Kaci Whitenect
Halifax,CA
Summary
Dependable and hard working Recreation Programmer with immense program planning capacity and knowledge of best practices to enhance resident's quality of life on a day to day basis with meaningful, therapeutic programming.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Programmer
Shannex Arborstone Enhanced Care
09.2023 - Current
- Administered initial recreation assessment's with new admission's and created individual care plans with specific goals and outcomes for residents.
- Planned, implemented and facilitated meaningful therapeutic programming for both senior and young adult populations.
- Participated in resident care conferences and maintained professional therapeutic relationships with residents and family members.
- Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams on a quality improvement plan for young adults to enhance their independence and quality of life.
Therapeutic Recreation Student Practicum
The Sagewood Nursing Home
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed, facilitated, and charted therapeutic programs
- Administered assessments with a variety of residents
- Assisted with the Recreation Departments finances and budgeting
- Maintained professional therapeutic relationships with residents, staff, and families.
Recreation Assistant
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained professional therapeutic relationships with residents
- Independently led implemented recreational programs
- Successfully utilized pointclickcare for charting.
Therapeutic Recreation Student Practicum
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed professional therapeutic relationships with residents
- Assisted and led implemented recreational programs
- Demonstrated the ability to complete documentation and charting.
Student Early Childhood Educator
Splash Of Colour Children's Centre
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Organized and facilitated activities and crafts for children
- Maintained a professional relationship with the children and families
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills with conflicts that arose.
High School Co-op Placement Student
Magnolia Continuing Care
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed a professional relationship with residents
- Assisted in recreational programs
- Participated in one-on-one visits with residents.
Education
Therapeutic Recreation - Gerontology Diploma -
Lethbridge College
09.2023
High School Diploma (High Honors) -
Musquodoboit Rural High School
09.2021
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Professional Development
- 06/2024,Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- 02/2024, Nova Scotia Therapeutic Recreation Association Member
- 02/2024, Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care Course
- 05/2023, Lethbridge College Therapeutic Recreation, Memorial Leadership Award
- 10/2022, Niitsitapi Proficiency
- 10/2022, Alberta Food Safety basics
- 09/2022, Heart and Stroke BLS Training
- 04/2021, Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED level C
- 03/2019, WHIMS Training
- 10/2021, Heart and Stroke BLS Training
Volunteer Experience
- 2022, Present, Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home community holiday events
- 2017, Present, Musquodoboit Valley Family Centre community events
- 2016, Present, Musquodoboit Valley Education Centre Craft Fairs
References
- Helen Hines, Recreational Therapy Assistant, Grand Lake, NS, 902-483-4434
- Merissa Dawson, Recreational Therapy Assistant, Dartmouth, NS, 902-802-4268
- Rena Walker, Recreational Therapist/Instructor, Practice Coordinator, Lethbridge, AB, 403-894-1460, Rena.walker@lethbridgecollege.ca
Timeline
Recreation Programmer
Shannex Arborstone Enhanced Care
09.2023 - Current
Therapeutic Recreation Student Practicum
The Sagewood Nursing Home
03.2023 - 05.2023
Recreation Assistant
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
06.2022 - 08.2022
Therapeutic Recreation Student Practicum
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
03.2022 - 05.2022
Student Early Childhood Educator
Splash Of Colour Children's Centre
07.2020 - 08.2021
High School Co-op Placement Student
Magnolia Continuing Care
07.2018 - 09.2019
Therapeutic Recreation - Gerontology Diploma -
Lethbridge College
High School Diploma (High Honors) -
Musquodoboit Rural High School
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