Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioural Support Worker
Nova Salus
Truro, Nova Scotia
08.2020 - Current
Implements, evaluates and revises care plans on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the family/caregivers and internal team.
Assists clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Organize and implement activities for teenaged clients
Program Coordinator, Adult Day
Colchester East Hants VON
Truro, Nova Scotia
07.2011 - Current
Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
Researched, planned and organized meaningful recreational activities for clients between the ages of 19 and 99.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Actively listened to clients and their caregivers, handled concerns quickly
Director of Recreation Services
Glades Lodge, GEM Healthcare
Halifax, Nova Scotia
10.1998 - 07.2011
Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
Assessed the individual and group needs of residents, and developed, implemented and evaluated appropriate therapeutic recreation programs to meet the physical, cognitive, social, spiritual and emotional needs of all residents.
Tracked resident progress, attendance and recorded goals
Education
Dipolma - Recreation Leadership
NSCC
Truro
06.1997
Skills
Quality Assurance
Team Building
Schedule Coordination
Recruitment and Hiring
Friendly and Relatable
Administration and Operations
Planning and Coordination
Excellent Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Certification
Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviors Training - 2021
Non Violent Crisis Intervention- 2021
First Aid & CPR- 2021
Community Engagement
Committed to community service. Extensive volunteer history includes: