Shelley Star
Port Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Dynamic Recreation Professional. Adept at crafting engaging recreational programs and fostering engagement. Proven expertise in event planning and community outreach, enhancing social interaction. Skilled in time management and creative programming, driving wellness initiatives that significantly enrich ones livelihood.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Assistant
Verve Senior Living
New Westminster, British Columbia
06.2025 - Current
- Executed social events to enhance resident interaction and enjoyment.
- Prepared daily operational materials to support diverse activities and events.
- Collaborated with team members to create tailored enrichment programs for residents.
Life Enrichment Manager
Verve Senior Living
New Westminster, British Columbia
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging recreational programs to enhance resident experiences at Verve Senior Living.
- Organized community events promoting social interaction among seniors.
- Analyzed resident feedback to refine program offerings and increase participation rates.
- Crafted monthly newsletters informing residents and families of upcoming events and activities.
- Modified existing programs in response to evolving facility or community needs.
Site Supervisor/Recreation Leader
City of Burnaby, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Burnaby, British Columbia
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Enhanced service delivery efficiency through cross-departmental collaboration.
- Oversaw maintenance and safety inspections for park amenities and equipment.
- Trained new team members on established procedures and safety protocols.
- Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
Recreation Therapist
Buchanan Lodge, Salvation Army
New Westminster , BC
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Orchestrated group activities to foster social interaction and engagement among participants.
- Assessed client needs to tailor recreational programs effectively for optimal participation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of therapy sessions and tracked resident progress meticulously.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Gerontology / Kinesiology
Simon Fraser University
Vancouver04-1996
Skills
- Event planning and activity coordination
- Program development and creative programming
- Resident engagement and community outreach
- Customer relationship management
- time management
- Multitasking
- Wellness promotion
Affiliations
- Volunteering in Global Preaching Work
Timeline
Life Enrichment Assistant
Verve Senior Living
06.2025 - Current
Life Enrichment Manager
Verve Senior Living
06.2021 - 06.2025
Recreation Therapist
Buchanan Lodge, Salvation Army
04.2018 - 01.2020
Site Supervisor/Recreation Leader
City of Burnaby, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
01.2017 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Gerontology / Kinesiology
Simon Fraser University