PAIGE MICHAUD
Bedford,Canada
Summary
Passionate about fostering community engagement and well-being through recreational programming. Leveraged experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating a variety of programs for diverse age groups and interests. Strengths include exceptional organizational skills, adaptability to changing needs, and strong communication abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Assistant
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Halifax, Nova Scotia
03.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Implemented post-discharge plans and outpatient care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings with other health professionals involved in the care of a particular patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients adjusting to new cognitive and physical limitations.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and treatments.
Home Caregiver
Greg Amiro
01.2023 - Current
- Provided ongoing, quality care at home for a client suffering from a cognitive illness.
Recreation Programmer
Whitehills Long Term Care
Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Facilitated communication between staff members regarding program objectives and goals.
- Assisted with grant writing applications related to recreation programming initiatives.
- Implemented strategies to increase participation levels at various recreation activities.
- Identified areas needing improvement in existing programs based on feedback from participants.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
Northwood Long Term Care
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitating and implementing meaningful leisure sessions to seniors diagnosed with dementia
Practicum
East Coast Forensics Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Working with individuals in treating mental health and substance use disorders to improve quality of life through meaningful leisure
Respite Care
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided safe meaningful respite care for a client with an undiagnosed brain condition
Mentorship
Prescott Group
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find friendships and success within HRM
Education
Therapeutic Recreation Program -
Nova Scotia Community College Waterfront Campus
Nova Scotia06.2024
Skills
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Mental health support
- Therapeutic communication
- Relapse prevention
- Strong teamwork
- Flexibility
- Program planning
- CPR certified
- Program facilitation
- Treatment goal assessment
- Communication
- Administer first aid
- Problem-solving
- Goal setting
- Written communication
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Budget management
- Professionalism
- Support residents
- Adaptability
- Active listening
- Computer proficiency
- Effective communication
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Health and wellness
Websites
Certification
- WHMIS Certification
- Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Standard First Aid and CPR level-C Certification
- Occupational Health and Safety Certification
- Conflict Resolution Certificate
- NSTRA Conference Attendance Certificate
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Food Safety Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Therapeutic Assistant
Nova Scotia Health Authority
03.2024 - Current
Recreation Programmer
Whitehills Long Term Care
03.2024 - 05.2024
Northwood Long Term Care
11.2023 - 12.2023
Practicum
East Coast Forensics Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
Home Caregiver
Greg Amiro
01.2023 - Current
Respite Care
10.2022 - 01.2023
Mentorship
Prescott Group
10.2022 - 12.2022
Therapeutic Recreation Program -
Nova Scotia Community College Waterfront Campus
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