Stephania Velazquez Cortes
Dinuba
Summary
Certified therapeutic recreation specialist with expertise in therapeutic recreation principles. Proven ability to design and implement innovative recreational therapy programs that enhance physical, social, and emotional well-being. Strong focus on improving client outcomes through tailored therapeutic interventions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Therapist
Community Behavioral Health Center
Fresno
06.2024 - Current
- Develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Facilitate therapeutic recreation activities to enhance coping skills and emotional well-being.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and participation in activities.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress or changes in care plan.
- Assess social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and leisure functioning of clients.
Per Diem Recreation Therapist
Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital
Visalia
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team to integrate recreation therapy into treatment plans.
- Educated patients on coping strategies through engaging recreational activities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and participation in activities.
- Facilitated recreational activities.
Assistant Recreation Leader
City Of Dinuba
Dinuba
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Implemented safety protocols during recreational programs and activities.
- Developed a variety of recreational activities that met the needs of children in 1st through 6th grade.
- Assisted with the planning, organizing and supervision of recreation activities for children.
- Maintained communication with parents and guardians regarding their child's behaviors.
Recreation Therapy Intern
Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital
Visalia
08.2023 - 12.2023
- 600 hours of internship under the supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
Recreation Therapy Volunteer
CalVet Veterans Home of California
Fresno
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Helped with the organization of social events to foster community engagement among residents.
- Followed directions from the Recreation Therapist and completed tasks within the appropriate timeframe.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Administration- Recreation Therapy
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA12-2023
High School Diploma -
Dinuba High School
Dinuba, CA05-2019
Skills
- Behavioral health
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Empathy development
Certification
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist- CTRS
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Recreation Therapist
Community Behavioral Health Center
06.2024 - Current
Per Diem Recreation Therapist
Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital
04.2024 - 11.2024
Assistant Recreation Leader
City Of Dinuba
02.2024 - 05.2024
Recreation Therapy Intern
Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
Recreation Therapy Volunteer
CalVet Veterans Home of California
03.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Administration- Recreation Therapy
California State University, Fresno
High School Diploma -
Dinuba High School