Samantha Westacott
Toronto,ON
Summary
A self-motivated and highly resourceful individual that exceeds needs of department and employees. Reliable and dependable in the face of new tasks, with the ability to collaborate and communicate efficiently among my peers. Willing to take on challenging tasks, and highly intellectual on reasoning, and judgment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Therapist Student
O'Neill Centre Long Term Care Home
06.2024 - Current
- Providing residents with meaningful activities that cater to their individuals needs.
- Documenting residents progress and engagement that cater to their individualized care plans
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting social interaction and support among participants.
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
- Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
Retirement Screener/Assistant Lead Front Office Receptionist
O'Neill Centre Long Term Care Home
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Screening in and out employees based on Toronto public health guidelines that pertain to COVID-19 policies.
- Ensuring workstations are met with cleanliness
- Providing sufficient supplies for staff and visitors based on COVID-19 protocol, such as PPE.
- Taking over main receptionist role such as answering phone, filing paperwork, and being up to date with policies and practices that needed to be shared with visitors and staff
- Facilitating COVID-19 tests for residents, visitors, and staff.
Food Handler
Canadian National Exhibition
08.2018 - 09.2018
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during peak service hours, contributing to an efficient operation.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Followed procedures for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation
- Resolved complaints promptly and professionally
- Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were complete
Recreational Therapist Student
O'Neill Centre
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Documented patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly, ensuring continued success in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Responsible for assisting residents with needs and supervising their day-to-day tasks; handling clothing, giving them access to food/drinks
- Communicating with residents to understand needs and wants and provide best service possible
- Collaborating with my team to remain updated on events and tasks
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, improving their quality of life.
Teachers Assistant
Brock Junior Public School
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Assisting teachers with important tasks such as creating activities and work for students
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Supervisor's Assistant
O'Neill Centre Long Term Care Home
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Education
Faculty of Liberal Arts And Professional Studies - Human Resources Management
York University
Toronto, ON06-2025
Skills
- Activity planning
- Recreation therapy
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Documentation skills
- Verbal communication
- Problem resolution
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll (Grade 9, 10)
- First place awarded in a movie creation competition
*References available upon request.*
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Recreational Therapist Student
O'Neill Centre Long Term Care Home
06.2024 - Current
Retirement Screener/Assistant Lead Front Office Receptionist
O'Neill Centre Long Term Care Home
03.2022 - 04.2023
Food Handler
Canadian National Exhibition
08.2018 - 09.2018
Recreational Therapist Student
O'Neill Centre
07.2018 - 08.2018
Teachers Assistant
Brock Junior Public School
07.2015 - 08.2015
Supervisor's Assistant
O'Neill Centre Long Term Care Home
07.2015 - 08.2015
Faculty of Liberal Arts And Professional Studies - Human Resources Management
York University
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