Kelly Vander Velde
Brockville,ON
Summary
Experienced Director of Life Enrichment with a proven 20-year track record in planning, organizing, and administering activities within the long-term care industry. Builds strong personal connections with residents, family members, and staff. Committed to upholding Ministry compliance requirements and ensuring a safe and enriching environment. Skilled in creating comprehensive monthly calendars and engaging newsletters, coordinating volunteers, and managing activity budgets. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and remains composed during emergency situations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Life Enrichment
Southbridge Kemptville
05.2004 - Current
- Create and deliver recreational programs for small and large groups of residents in a long term care home with a census of 160.
- Develop monthly life enrichment calendars and newsletters, specific to each home area.
- Organize and oversee special events such as grand openings, seasonal parties, fundraising, and outings.
- Develop strong rapport with residents, families, and staff members by being an active listener and empathetic communicator.
- Train and supervise staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
- Staff schedules and pay role, strong knowledge of Dayforce.
- Documentation, strong knowledge of PCC and Welbi.
- Create social media posts.
- Coordinate holiday decorating of the home.
- Enhance residents'' quality of life by implementing personalized and engaging activities programs.
- Utilize creative problem-solving skills to address any challenges or obstacles faced within the role.
Education
Diploma in Recreation And Leisure Services -
Niagara College
Welland, ON04.2004
High School Diploma -
South Grenville District High School
Prescott, ON06.2002
Skills
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration
- Expense Tracking
- Office Administration
- Meeting Support
- Effective Email Correspondence
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Communication Skills
- Schedule Management
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Multitasking
- Activity planning
- Customer service
Volunteer Experience
Dedicated to ensuring children have the opportunity to play baseball in North Augusta by co convening the youth baseball league. Duties include registration, developing teams, recruiting coaches, ordering jerseys, scheduling umpires, keeping inventory of ball equipment, fundraising, but most importantly have been a dedicated baseball coach for the past 10 years.
Timeline
Director of Life Enrichment
Southbridge Kemptville
05.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
South Grenville District High School
Diploma in Recreation And Leisure Services -
Niagara College
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