Latricia McNeill
Bedford,Canada
Summary
Responsible and with good judgment, time management, and a flexible schedule. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to do a good job, maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Therapy Programmer
Northwood Ivany Place
08.2024 - Current
- Plans implements and evaluates recreational and leisure activities
- Develops and maintains relationships with residents, families, staff team as well as community members.
- Facilitates and participates in the implementation of recreational therapy programs that are based on needs, interests and abilities of each resident
- Help manage and supervise student learning and volunteers
- Collaborates with the Recreational Therapy Team and other team members
- Assess and manages residents caseload including attending care conferences on residence behalf
- Enforces rules and safety guidelines of facility to maintain discipline and ensure safety
- Complete the required documents as outlined in the facility guidelines
- Organize and collaborates with the Recreation Therapy team to develop the monthly calendar so to best meet the needs of the residents on caseload
- Perform other related duties as required
Recreation Therapy Associate
NS Health
07.2023 - Current
- Implemented behavior management strategies when necessary to maintain order during recreational activities
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to motivate client engagement in leisure pursuits
- Ensured safety of participants while they participated in recreational activities on site or offsite locations
- Provided guidance to volunteers assisting with recreational programming initiatives
- Organized and coordinated special events and outings for groups of clients
- Interacted with family members to promote understanding and support of the individual's needs
- Encouraged client participation in socialization activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games and music therapy
- Communicated well with patients to identify and attend to needs
- Managed behavior challenges through positive reinforcement techniques such as redirection or distraction when necessary
- Adapted recreational activities according to individual abilities and interests
- Motivated clients to participate in recreational activities by demonstrating enthusiasm for the program offerings
- Maintained accurate records regarding attendance, safety incidents, program evaluations
- Engaged in meaningful conversations with clients in order to build trustful relationships based on mutual respect
- Participated in professional development opportunities like workshops or seminars related to therapeutic recreation practices
- Monitored clients' progress towards goals and documented outcomes accordingly
- Developed and implemented therapeutic recreation programs for individuals with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities
- Ensured compliance with policies and procedures related to therapeutic recreation services delivery
- Encouraged client participation in recreational activities while providing support as needed
- Created an environment of inclusion where all participants were respected regardless of ability level or cultural background
- Organized field trips that included transportation arrangements, activity scheduling, budgeting, food preparation
- Assessed individual needs and preferences to create personalized recreation plans
- Facilitated group activities to promote socialization, self-expression, stress management, and leisure education
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with clients' families or other healthcare professionals
- Implemented recreational therapy programs for individuals with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities
- Monitored patients' progress in recreational activities to evaluate the program's effectiveness
- Encouraged client participation in arts-based activities to help increase self-expression skills
- Adapted existing recreational activities, making them more accessible for those with physical limitations or cognitive impairments
- Improved patients' mental and physical well-being
Running Coach
Bluenose Marathon
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Management Support
- Program Support
- Adapted coaching methods based on individual needs and preferences of clients
- Coached individual participants in skills necessary to excel in sport
- Utilized effective communication strategies to build trust with clients and stakeholders
- Mentored new coaches on best practices and professional standards
- Developed and implemented individualized coaching plans for clients to help them reach their goals
Special Education Program Assistant
HRCE
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Observed and documented student progress using data-driven assessments and feedback loops
- Incorporated technology into instruction when possible to maximize opportunities for differentiated learning experiences
- Assisted in the development of individualized education plans for special needs students, utilizing knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
- Collaborated with teachers to modify curricula and develop appropriate instructional strategies for special needs students
- Created a positive learning environment through classroom management techniques that promoted student engagement and participation
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive reinforcement for desired behaviors in all areas of functioning
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching methods for educating children with disabilities
- Monitored the use of specialized equipment needed by some special needs students on an ongoing basis
- Supported students in developing life skills, following classroom routines and managing behavior
- Developed strategies to meet needs of students with variety of disabilities
- Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing behavior modification or positive reinforcement techniques
- Encouraged and explored activities to help students improve gross and fine motor skills
- Assisted students in use of educational computer programs and technologies
- Alerted teacher of learning or behavioral problems associated with individual students
- Provided assistance to students with special needs
- Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
Child and Youth Worker
IWK
06.1990 - 06.2012
- Developed crisis intervention strategies to deescalate volatile situations before they escalate into physical altercations
- Assisted clients in identifying goals related to personal growth and development
- Mentored at-risk youth by providing support, guidance, and assistance in developing life skills
- Built trusting relationships with clients based on respect, empathy, acceptance, and nonjudgmental attitudes
- Implemented behavior management systems designed to improve socialization skills among adolescents
- Developed and implemented child-centered, strength-based programs for youth in a residential setting
- Monitored client progress through ongoing observations and documentation of interactions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services, ensure continuity of care, and maximize resources
- Created a safe environment where individuals could openly discuss their feelings without judgement or criticism
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged positive behavior and self-expression
- Liaised between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children facing disabilities, abuse, and poverty
Education
Diploma - Recreation Therapy
Canadore Collage
05.2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
University Of Prince Edward Island
05.1989
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Data Entry
- Decision-Making
- Event Coordination
- Patient Evaluation
- Flexible Schedule
- Client Engagement
- Calendar Management
- Client relations
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Leadership qualities
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Computer Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Time Management
- Courteous and Professional
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Risk assessment
- CPI
- Communication
- Organization
Certification
First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Recreation Therapy Programmer
Northwood Ivany Place
08.2024 - Current
Recreation Therapy Associate
NS Health
07.2023 - Current
Running Coach
Bluenose Marathon
03.2023 - 05.2024
Special Education Program Assistant
HRCE
10.2021 - 08.2023
Child and Youth Worker
IWK
06.1990 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
University Of Prince Edward Island
Diploma - Recreation Therapy
Canadore Collage
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